Lenovo 100e 2nd Gen User manual

Lenovo 100e/300e 2nd Gen
User Guide

Read this first
Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
following
• Appendix A “Important safety information” on page 31
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
Second Edition (May 2021)
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Contents
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer. . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connect to Wi-Fi networks . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Use Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Use the multi-touch screen (for Lenovo 300e
2nd Gen only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 12
Operating modes . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models of
Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen) . . . . . . . . . . 15
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 17
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Use the Vantage app . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 18
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Change the power settings . . . . . . . . 18
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Set up a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . 19
Use a microSD card . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Chapter 4. Configure advanced
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
UEFI BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Enter the UEFI BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 21
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 21
Change the hotkey mode . . . . . . . . . 21
Enable or disable the Always On USB
function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Use passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Set an administrator password . . . . . . . 22
Change or remove the administrator
password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Set a user password . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Change or remove the user password . . . . 23
Enable the power on password . . . . . . . 23
Set a hard disk password . . . . . . . . . 23
Change or remove the hard disk password . . 24
Use firewalls and antivirus programs. . . . . . . 24
Chapter 5. Help and support . . . . . 25
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 25
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
What are CRUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 28
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 29
ppendix . Important safety
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
ppendix B. ccessibility and
ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 45
ppendix C. Compliance
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
ppendix D. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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bout this documentation
• Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product. Please refer to the actual
product.
• Depending on the model, some optional accessories, features, and software programs might not be
available on your computer.
• Depending on the version of operating systems and programs, some user interface instructions might not
be applicable to your computer.
• Documentation content is subject to change without notice. Lenovo makes constant improvements on the
documentation of your computer, including this User Guide. To get the latest documentation, go to https //
support.lenovo.com.
• Microsoft® makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update.
As a result, some information in this documentation might become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources
for the latest information.
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer
Front
1. Front camera
Take pictures or record videos by clicking Camera from the Start menu. The
indicator next to the camera is on when the camera is in use.
If you use other apps that support photographing, video chatting, and video
conference, the camera starts automatically when you enable the camera-
required feature from the app.
2. Microphone Captures or records sound and voice.
3. Screen
Displays text, graphics, and videos.
Select models support multi-touch function. See “Use the multi-touch screen (for
Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen only)” on page 11.
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Base
1. World-Facing camera*
Take pictures or record videos.
If you use other apps that support photographing, video chatting, and video
conference, the camera starts automatically when you enable the camera-
required feature from the app.
2. Microphone* Captures or records sound and voice.
Note: This microphone is only available when the World-Facing camera is in use.
3. Touchpad Performs finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.
* for selected models of Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen
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Left
1. Battery/Charging status
indicator
This indicator shows whether the ac power is connected to the computer and the
battery power status of the computer.
• Connected to ac power:
– Solid white (battery power 80%–100%)
– Slow blinking white (battery power 20%–80%)
– Slow blinking amber (battery power 1%–20%)
• Not connected to ac power:
– Off (battery power 20%–100%)
– Solid amber (battery power 5%–20%)
– Fast blinking amber (battery power 1%–5%)
2. USB-C™ connector / Power
connector
• Charges your computer.
• Charges USB-C compatible devices with the output voltage and current of 5 V
and 3 A.
• Transfers data at USB 3.1 speed, up to 5 Gbps.
• Connects to an external display.
– USB-C to VGA 1900 × 1200 pixels, 60 Hz
– USB-C to DP 3840 × 2160 pixels, 60 Hz
• Connects to USB-C accessories to expand computer functionality. To
purchase USB-C accessories, go to https //www.lenovo.com/accessories
Note: When the battery power is below 10%, the connected USB-C
accessories might not work correctly.
This connector also works as the power connector. Connect the computer to ac
power with the shipped USB-C power adapter and power cord.
3. Always On USB 3.1 connector
Gen 1
To charge the USB-compatible devices when your computer is off, in sleep mode,
or in hibernation mode, enable the Always On USB feature on your computer. See
“Enable or disable the Always On USB function” on page 21.
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4. HDMI™ connector Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such as an HDTV.
5. Audio connector
Connect headphones or a headset with a 3.5-mm (0.14-inch) and 4-pole plug to
listen to the sound from the computer.
Note: The audio connector does not support conventional microphones.
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Right
1. Pen slot* For Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen, selected models are equipped with Lenovo Integrated
Pen (an electronic pen). Use the pen slot to store Lenovo Integrated Pen.
2. Volume up/down button* Increase/decrease the volume level.
3. Power button
Press to turn on the computer or put the computer to sleep mode.
To turn off the computer, open the Start menu, click Power, and then click
Shut down.
The indicator on the power button shows the system status of your computer.
• On The computer is on.
• Off The computer is off or in hibernation mode.
• Blinking The computer is in sleep mode.
4. USB 3.1 connector Gen 1 Connect to USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB
storage device, or USB printer.
5. MicroSD card slot Insert a microSD card for data access or storage.
6. Mini security-lock slot Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible
security cable lock.
* for Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen only
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Bottom
1. Speakers Produce sound.
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Features and specifications
Dimensions
• Length 290 mm (11.4 inches)
• Width 204 mm (8.1 inches)
• Thickness
– Lenovo 100e 2nd Gen 19.9 mm (0.78 inches)
– Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen 20.85 mm (0.82 inches)
Power source (ac power
adapter)
• Sine-wave input at 50 Hz to 60 Hz
• Input rating of the ac power adapter 100 V to 240 V ac, 50 Hz to 60 Hz
Battery • 42 Wh
• 3 cells
Memory Low Power Double data rate (LPDDR) 4, on-board memory
Storage device M.2 solid-state drive or on-board eMMC
Display
• Display size 294.6 mm (11.6 inches)
• Display resolution 1366 x 768 pixels
• Multi-touch technology (for Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen only)
Keyboard • Function keys
• Six-row keyboard
Connectors and slots
• USB-C connector/Power connector
• Two USB 3.1 connectors Gen 1 (including one Always On USB 3.1 connector
Gen 1)
• Audio connector
• HDMI connector
• MicroSD card slot
• Mini security-lock slot
• Pen slot (for selected models of Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen)
Security features
• Password
• Mini security-lock slot
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Wireless features • Bluetooth
• Wireless LAN
Others
• Front camera
• World-Facing camera (for selected models of Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen)
• Microphones
• Speakers
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Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a specific test environment.
Capacities measured in other environments may differ but are no lower than the rated capacity (see product
label).
Statement on USB transfer rate
Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file
attributes, and other factors related to system configuration and operating environments, the actual transfer
rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed
below for each corresponding device.
USB device Data rate (Gbit/s)
3.2 Gen 1 / 3.1 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 / 3.1 Gen 2 10
3.2 Gen 2 × 2 20
Thunderbolt 3 40
Thunderbolt 4 40
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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer
Connect to Wi-Fi networks
Click the network icon in the Windows® notification area, and then select a network for connection. Provide
required information, if needed.
Interact with your computer
Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen.
Use Hotkeys
Some keys on the keyboard are printed with icons. These keys are called hotkeys and can be pressed alone
or in combination with the Fn key to access certain functions or settings quickly. The functions of hotkeys are
symbolized by the icons printed on them.
Hotkey Function
Mute / unmute the speakers.
If you mute the speakers and turn off your computer, the speakers remain muted when
you turn on your computer.
/ Decrease / increase the volume.
Mute / unmute the microphones.
Refresh the current window.
Enable / disable the touchpad.
Turn on / turn off the airplane mode.
Enable / disable the camera.
Lock the current user account.
Manage external displays.
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/ Decrease / increase display brightness.
Fn + Equal the Home key.
Use the hotkey mode
Some hotkeys share keys with functions keys (F1 to F12). The hotkey mode is a UEFI BIOS setting that
changes how hotkeys (or function keys) are used.
• When the hotkey mode is enabled, press Fn together with the hotkey to use the hotkey.
• When the hotkey mode is disabled, press the hotkey directly.
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Use the multi-touch screen (for Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen only)
The display of Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen supports the multi-touch function. You can navigate the screen with
simple touch gestures.
Note: Some gestures might not be available depending on the app you use.
Tap once
• From the Start menu Open an app or item.
• From the desktop Select an app or item.
• In an open app Perform an action such as Copy, Save, and
Delete, depending on the app.
Tap twice quickly
Open an app or item from the desktop.
Tap and hold
Open a shortcut menu.
Slide
Scroll through items, such as lists, pages, and photos.
Drag an item to the location you want
Move an object.
Move two fingers closer together
Zoom out.
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Move two fingers farther apart
Zoom in.
Swipe in from the right edge
Open the action center to see your notifications and quick actions.
Swipe in from the left edge
View all your open windows in task view.
• Swipe downwards shortly from the top edge (for full-screened
app or when your computer is in the tablet mode)
Show a hidden title bar.
• Swipe in from the top edge to the bottom edge (when your
computer is in the tablet mode)
Close the current app.
Tips
• Turn off the computer before cleaning the multi-touch screen.
• Use a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth or a piece of absorbent cotton to remove fingerprints or dust from the
multi-touch screen. Do not apply solvents to the cloth.
• The multi-touch screen is a glass panel covered with a plastic film. Do not apply pressure or place any
metallic object on the screen, which might damage the touch panel or cause it to malfunction.
• Do not use fingernails, gloved fingers, or inanimate objects for input on the screen.
• Regularly calibrate the accuracy of the finger input to avoid a discrepancy.
Connect to an external display
Connect your computer to a projector or a monitor to give presentations or expand your workspace.
Connect to a wired display
If your computer cannot detect the external display, right-click a blank area on the desktop and select
display settings. Then follow the on-screen instructions to detect the external display.
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Supported resolution
The following table lists the supported maximum resolution of the external display.
Connect the external display to Supported resolution
USB-C connector Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz
HDMI connector Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 30 Hz
Connect to a wireless display
To use a wireless display, ensure that both your computer and the external display support the Miracast®
feature.
Press + and then select a wireless display to connect with.
Set the display mode
Press or and then select a display mode of your preference.
Change display settings
1. Right-click a blank area on the desktop and select display settings.
2. Select the display that you want to configure and change display settings of your preference.
You can change the settings for both the computer display and the external display. For example, you can
define which one is the main display and which one is the secondary display. You also can change the
resolution and orientation.
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Operating modes
You computer features the following operating modes. You can switch among different modes according to
your preference.
ttention: Do not rotate the computer display with too much force, or apply too much force to the upper-
right or upper-left corner of the computer display. Otherwise the display or hinges might get damaged.
Note: The keyboard, the mouse and the touch pad are automatically disabled in the stand mode, tent mode,
and tablet mode. Use the touch screen to control your computer instead.
Notebook mode (for Lenovo 100e and 300e 2nd Gen) Stand mode (for Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen only)
Tent mode (for Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen only) Tablet mode (for Lenovo 300e 2nd Gen only)
Warning The bottom in the notebook mode and the keyboard in the tablet mode may become hot with any
external device connected. Avoid keeping your hands, lap, or any part of the body in contact with the bottom
or the keyboard for over one minute.
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