Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 4081 User manual

Version 1.0 2010.4
User Guide
Lenovo
IdeaCentre Q150 Series
31044392
Machine type: 10053
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Important Safety Information
Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all of
the related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty
Guide you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading
and understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and
damage to your product.
Danger: Beware of extremely hazardous or lethal situations.
Attention: Beware of possible damage to programs, devices, or data.
Note: Pay attention to this important information.
© Copyright Lenovo 2010.
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Contents
Contents
Important Safety Information
Chapter 1 Using the Computer Hardware.............................. 1
1.1 Front view................................................................................2
1.2 Rear view.................................................................................3
1.3 Computer mount instruction ....................................................4
1.4 Setting the display resolution ...................................................6
1.5 Connecting your computer .....................................................6
Chapter 2 Recovery Wizard ................................................... 11
Chapter 3 Using the Computer Software ............................. 15
3.1 CyberLink PowerDVD ............................................................17
3.2 McAfee Security Center.........................................................17
Chapter 4 System Maintenance and Recovery.................... 19
4.1 Restoring the System ............................................................20
4.2 Backup and Restore..............................................................20
4.3 Cleaning Up the Disk .............................................................21
4.4 Checking For, and Correcting Disk Errors ..............................21
4.5 Defragmenting the Disk(s)......................................................21
4.6 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks......................................22
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup.............. 23
5.1 Troubleshooting display problems..........................................24
5.2 Troubleshooting audio problems............................................25
5.3 Troubleshooting software problems .......................................26
5.4 Troubleshooting problems with Hard Disks ............................27
5.5 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows .............27
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Chapter
This chapter contains the following
topics:
ÿComputer hardware introduction
ÿInformation on computer connections
Note: The descriptions in this chapter may
vary from your computer setup, depending
on computer models and configurations.
User Guide 1
Using the Computer Hardware
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1.1 Front view
Attention: Ensure that none of the air vents on the computer are blocked.
Blocked air vents can lead to overheating problems.
Power button and power indicator S/P DIF connector
USB2.0 ports (2) Base stand screw
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1.2 Rear view
VGA port or HDMI port Power socket
HDMI-OUT connector Audio line-out
USB2.0 ports(2) Audio line-in
Ethernet ports
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1.3 Computer mount instruction
The computer chassis can be placed in a vertical position.
Installing the base stand
1. Attach the base stand to the unit.
2. Tighten the screw with your fingers.
Note: Make sure to install the base stand before placing the chassis in a
vertical position.
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The computer chassis also can be mounted behind your TV or
monitor. (Only some models have this metal bracket.)
1. First, screw the metal bracket to the rear of TV or monitor.
2. Slide the computer into this metal bracket and screw the computer firmly to the
Bracket.
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1.4 Setting the display resolution
1. When you connect the computer to your TV or monitor, adjust the display
resolution to the optimum setting according to the instructions in your TV or
monitor’s user manual or after consulting with the supplier.
2. Adjusting the OS desktop size (when the OS desktop size is larger than the
screen boundary):
• IdeaCentre Q150: After configuring the display resolution of your TV or
monitor, right-click the desktop anywhere except over an icon, then select
NVIDIA control panel.
Note: Use the Apply button to set the new resolution of your TV or monitor.
If your TV or monitor does not support this new resolution, system will
restore to the original resolution within 20 seconds.
Important:
IdeaCentre Q150:
• Set the refresh rate of your TV or monitor to less than 60 Hz to avoid damage to
your TV or monitor.
• If no image is displayed on the TV or monitor after setting a new refresh rate,
turn off your TV or monitor and wait for a moment before restarting.
• When connecting to a TV, please select the TV’s appropriate input channel.
1.5 Connecting your computer
Use the following information when connecting your computer.
• Look for the small port/socket icons on the back of your computer. Match the
cable ends to the icons.
• If your computer cables and port/socket panels have color-coded ports or
sockets, match the color of the cable end with the color of the port or socket.
Note: Your computer might not have all of the ports and sockets that are
described in this section.
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1.5.1 Connect the keyboard cable to the appropriate keyboard
port (USB port). (Not all models are equipped with a
keyboard.)
1.5.2 Connect the mouse cable to the appropriate mouse port
(USB port). (Not all models are equipped with a mouse.)
1.5.3 Connect the monitor cable to the monitor port on the
computer.
• If you have a Video Graphics Array (VGA) Standard monitor, connect the
cable to the port as shown.
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• If you have an HDMI monitor, connect the cable to the port as shown.
1.5.4 If you have audio devices, use the following information
to connect them.
Audio line-out This socket sends audio signals from the computer to
external devices, such as powered stereo speakers.
Audio line-in Use this socket to attach a microphone to your computer
when you want to record sound or if you use speech-
recognition software. This socket might be located on the
front of the computer.
1.5.5 If you have powered speakers with an adapter:
(This picture is only a sketch for guidance, it does not necessarily show actual speakers)
a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers, if necessary. On some
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speakers, this cable is permanently attached.
b. Connect the adapter cable to the speaker, if necessary. On some speakers, this
cable is permanently attached.
c. Connect the speakers to audio line-out port on the computer.
d. Connect the adapter to the power source.
1.5.6 If you have powered speakers without an adapter:
(This picture is only illustration. It is not necessarily meant to be a true representation of
the speakers.)
a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers, if necessary. On some
speakers, this cable is permanently attached.
b. Connect the cable to the speaker, if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is
permanently attached.
c. Connect the speakers to the audio line-out port on the computer.
d. Connect the plug to the power source.
Note: Some models are not equipped with external speakers.
1.5.7 Connect any additional devices that you have. Your
computer might not have all the ports/sockets shown.
USB Use this port to attach a device that requires a USB connection.
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S-Video Use this port to attach a television set that has an S-Video port.
Ethernet Use this port to attach the computer to an Ethernet-type local
area network (LAN).
1.5.8 Using S/P DIF output digital signals:
If you have external devices that support S/P DIF, you can use the S/P DIF port
output high definition audio signal. Do the following before using S/P DIF output:
1. Connect the external device to the S/P DIF port.
2. Click Start →Control Panel →Hardware and Sound →Manage audio
devices, from the pop up window choose Playback tab, choose Digital Audio
(S/P DIF) as your playback device, click the Apply button save your change.
Note: You may find no sound if you switch to a different external sound
that device does not support S/P DIF, follow step 2 to choose a proper
playback device.
1.5.9 Connect the power cables properly to earthed electrical
outlets.
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Recovery Wizard
This chapter contains the following
topics:
ÿRecovery Wizard
Attention: Using this program will result in
loss of data.
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Recovery Wizard
Recovery Wizard will lead you through steps to recover your computer system. You
can also return your computer to original factory configuration.
1. Turn on the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key to
launch the Windows Boot Manager. Then select Windows Setup to launch
Recovery Wizard procedure.
2. The Welcome window appears.
Note: All data under C: drive will be lost. You may backup all personal data
before proceeding.
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3. Click Next.
4. The recovery will take several minutes to complete.
Note: Do not restart your computer while recovery is in progress.
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5. Click Restart or Shutdown to finish the recovery process.
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Chapter
Using the Computer Software
This chapter contains the following
topics:
ÿComputer software instructions
Note: The interface and functionality of
these features may vary according to
the software that was shipped with the
computer model that you purchased.
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