Lenovo 06472AU User manual

Lenovo
IdeaPad S10 User Guide

Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the
following:
vChapter 7, “Safety, use, and care information,” on page 91.
vAppendix D, “Notices,” on page 143.
vRegulatory Notice included in the package with this publication.
The Regulatory Notice has been uploaded on the Web site. To refer to it, go to
http://www.lenovo.com/support, click Troubleshooting, and then click User’s
guides and manuals.
First Edition (February 2009)
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LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at
private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R.
2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.
LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, computer software, or services
are delivered pursuant aGeneral Services Administration ″GSA″contract, use, reproduction, or
disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.
©2009 Lenovo

Contents
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ..........1
Top view .......................1
Left-side view .....................3
Right-side view .....................4
Front view ......................6
Bottom view ......................7
Chapter 2. Using your computer..............11
Putting your computer to standby or shutting it down .........11
Putting your computer to standby ..............11
Shutting down your computer ...............12
Using the touch pad ...................12
Using the keyboard ...................14
Numeric keypad ...................14
Function key combinations ................15
Using memory cards ...................17
Inserting amemory card .................18
Removing amemory card.................18
Using the integrated camera .................18
Using the Internet ....................18
Using LAN port ...................19
Using wireless LAN ..................20
Using wireless WAN ..................20
Securing your computer ..................21
Attaching asecurity lock (optional) ..............22
Using passwords ...................22
Installing device drivers ..................28
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Using battery and AC adapter ................30
Your computer batteries .................30
Checking battery status .................30
Using the AC adapter ..................31
Charging the battery ..................33
Handling the battery ..................33
Using Lenovo Quick Start..................36
Chapter 3. Using external devices .............39
Connecting aUniversal Serial Bus (USB) device ...........39
Connecting an external display ................41
Connecting aVGA monitor ................41
Connecting aheadphone and audio device ............43
Connecting an external microphone ...............45
Connecting aBluetooth device ................45
Enabling Bluetooth communications .............46
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting ...............47
Frequently asked questions .................47
Diagnosing problems ...................48
Diagnosing problems using PC-Doctor for DOS ..........49
Troubleshooting.....................51
Display problems ...................51
Password problems ..................52
Keyboard problems ..................53
Standby or hibernation problems ..............53
Computer screen problems ................55
Sound problems ...................58
Battery problems ...................59
Ahard disk drive problem ................60
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Astartup problem ...................60
Other problems ....................61
Chapter 5. Upgrading and replacing devices .........63
Replacing the battery ...................63
Upgrading the hard disk drive ................68
Replacing memory ....................75
Replacing the SIM card ..................80
Chapter 6. Getting help and service ............85
Getting help and service ..................85
Getting help on the Web ..................85
Calling the Customer Support Center ..............86
Getting help around the world ................88
Worldwide telephone list ..................89
Chapter 7. Safety, use, and care information .........91
Important safety information .................91
Conditions that require immediate action ............92
Safety guidelines ...................93
Caring your computer ..................113
Be careful about where and how you work ...........113
Be gentle with your computer ...............116
Carry your computer properly ...............116
For outdoor use ...................116
Handle storage media and drives properly ...........117
Data safety .....................117
Take care in setting passwords ...............117
Other important tips ..................117
Cleaning the cover of your computer .............118
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Cleaning your computer keyboard ..............119
Cleaning your computer display .............. 120
Accessibility and comfort ................. 120
Ergonomic information ................. 120
What if you are traveling? ................ 122
Questions about vision? ................. 123
Maintenance ..................... 123
General tips for maintenance ............... 123
Appendix A. Warranty information ............ 127
Lenovo Limited Warranty ................. 127
Warranty information .................. 133
Types of warranty service ................ 134
Suplemento de Garantía para México .............. 137
Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) ....... 139
Appendix C. Specifications ............... 141
Specifications ..................... 141
Appendix D. Notices ................. 143
Notices ....................... 143
Export classification notice ................. 145
Television output notice .................. 145
Wireless related information................. 145
Wireless interoperability ................. 145
Usage environment and your health ............. 147
Electronic emissions notices ................. 148
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement ....... 148
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Industry Canada Class Bemission compliance statement ....... 149
Avis de conformité àla réglementation d’Industrie Canada ...... 149
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement ....... 149
EU-EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) EN 55022 class BStatement of Compliance 150
Japanese VCCI Class Bstatement .............. 152
Japan compliance statement for power line harmonics ........ 152
WEEE and recycling statements ............... 153
General recycling statement ................ 153
EU WEEE Statements................... 153
Japan recycling statements ................. 154
Collecting and recycling adisused Lenovo computer or monitor ..... 154
Disposing of aLenovo computer components .......... 154
Disposing adisused battery pack from Lenovo notebook computers.... 155
Notice for users in the U.S.A. ................ 155
Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive .......... 156
ENERGY STAR model information............... 157
Explanation of hard disk capacity ............... 159
Trademarks .................... 161
Index ....................... 163
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view
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4
5
7
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*The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.
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1Integrated camera
See “Using the integrated camera” on page 18.
2
Wireless WAN (auxiliary)
See “Using wireless WAN” on page 20.
3
Computer display
The color display with TFT technology provides clear and brilliant text and
graphics.
4
Power button
Use the power button to turn on the computer.
5
Microphone (built-in)
The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice
narration, or simple audio recordings.
6
Wireless LAN (main)
See “Using wireless LAN” on page 20.
7
Wireless WAN (main)
See “Using wireless WAN” on page 20.
8
Novo button
Use to open Application Launcher when the Windows®operating system is
running. The Application Launcher provides quick access to common and
frequently used applications.
For more information about using the Novo button with Lenovo®Quick
Start, see “Using Lenovo Quick Start” on page 36.
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9Wireless device switch
Use this switch to simultaneously turn on or turn off Wireless LAN and
Bluetooth devices.
10
Wireless LAN (auxiliary)
See “Using wireless WAN” on page 20.
11
Bluetooth
See “Connecting aBluetooth device” on page 45.
Left-side view
1 2 3 4 5
1
Fan louvers
The fan louvers allow warm air to exit the computer.
Important:
Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block
any of the fan louvers or else overheating of the computer may occur.
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2AC power adapter jack
Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and
charge the internal battery.
Note:
To prevent damage to the computer and battery pack, use the supplied AC
adapter only. The AC adapter is for this product. Do not use it for any
other product.
3
VGA port
See “Connecting aVGA monitor” on page 41.
4
Multi-media reader slot
See “Using memory cards” on page 17.
5
USB 2.0 port
See “Connecting aUniversal Serial Bus (USB) device” on page 39.
Right-side view
1 3 4 5
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1Headphone jack (external)
See “Connecting aheadphone and audio device” on page 43.
2
Microphone jack (external)
See “Connecting an external microphone” on page 45.
3
USB 2.0 port
See “Connecting aUniversal Serial Bus (USB) device” on page 39.
4
LAN port
See “Using LAN port” on page 19.
5
Security keyhole
Your computer comes with asecurity keyhole. You can purchase asecurity
cable and lock to fit this keyhole.
Note:
Before purchasing any security product, verify that it is compatible with
this type of security keyhole.
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Front view
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1
System status indicators
The system status indicators show the current status of your computer.
2
Speakers
Built-in speakers for rich powerful sound.
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Bottom view
1 2 3
5
4
1
Battery latch -spring loaded
The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place.
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When you insert abattery pack, this latch automatically secures the battery
in place. To remove the battery, hold this latch in the unlocked position.
2
Battery pack
See “Handling the battery” on page 33.
3
Battery latch -manual
The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured. Move
the manual battery latch to the unlocked position to insert or remove the
battery pack. Move the manual latch to the locked position after inserting
the battery pack.
4
SIM card /Wireless Wide Area Network (wireless WAN) compartment
vSIM card compartment
Your computer may require aSIM (Subscriber Identification Module) card
to establish awireless WAN (Wide Area Network) connections. Depending
on the country of delivery, the SIM card may be already installed in your
computer or will be part of the shipping contents that came with your
computer.
If you find the SIM cards included in the shipping contents, adummy card
is installed in the SIM card slot. Then proceed to the following instructions.
If you find the dummy card in the shipping contents, the SIM card is
already installed in the SIM card slot, and no further installation is needed.
Note:
The SIM card is identified by the IC chip mounted on one side of the card.
vWireless Wide Area Network (wireless WAN) compartment
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Awireless wide area network covers abroader geographic area. Cellular
networks are used for data transmission, and access is provided by a
wireless service carrier.
5
Hard disk drive/memory (RAM) compartment
vHard disk drive
The hard disk drive is secured in acompartment.
Important:
Do not disassemble the hard disk drive by yourself. If you do need to, ask
aLenovo authorized service center or dealer to disassemble it.
vMemory (RAM) compartment
The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for additional
memory. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the
system and configures CMOS accordingly during the Power-On Self-Test
(POST) process. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup
required after the memory is installed.
Note:
Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this
computer to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
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Chapter 2. Using your computer
Putting your computer to standby or shutting it down
When you finish working with your computer, you can put it to standby or shut it
down.
Putting your computer to standby
If you will be away from your computer for only ashort time, put the computer to
standby.
When the computer is in standby, you can quickly wake it and bypass the startup
process.
To put the computer to standby, do one of the following.
vClick Start and select Standby from Turn Off Computer.
vPress Fn +F1.
WARNING
Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in
standby) before you move your computer. Moving your computer while the hard disk is
spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data.
To wake the computer, press the power button.
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Shutting down your computer
If you are not going to use your computer for aday or two, shut it down.
To shut down your computer, click Start and select Turn Off from Turn Off
Computer.
Using the touch pad
The touch pad consists of apad
1
and two click buttons at the bottom of the
keyboard. To move the cursor
2
on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in
the direction in which you want the cursor to move. The functions of the left
3
and
right
4
click buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse buttons on a
conventional mouse.
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