Lenovo ideacentre Y720 Cube User manual

Y720-15IKB
Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
Lenovo Y720
User Guide

First Edition (December 2016)
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The features described in this guide are common to most models. Some features may not
be available on your computer or your computer may include features that are not
described in this user guide.
Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows®10. If you are
using another Windows operating system, some operations may be slightly different. If
you are using other operating systems, some operations may not apply to you.
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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer .................................................................................... 1
Top view......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Left-side view ................................................................................................................................................ 5
Right-side view.............................................................................................................................................. 8
Bottom view................................................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10......................................................................................... 10
Configuring the operating system for the first time.............................................................................. 10
Operating system interface........................................................................................................................ 10
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down................................................................................ 12
Task and desktop management................................................................................................................ 14
Connecting to a wireless network ............................................................................................................ 15
Get Started app............................................................................................................................................ 15
Chapter 3. Recovery system .......................................................................................................... 16
Lenovo OneKey Recovery System............................................................................................................ 16
Reset this PC................................................................................................................................................ 17
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting............................................................................................................ 18
Frequently asked questions....................................................................................................................... 18
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................... 21
Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 25

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Attention:
•Do not open the display panel beyond 135 degrees. When closing the display panel, be careful not to leave
pens or any other objects in between the display panel and the keyboard. Otherwise, the display panel
may be damaged.
Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally.
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aIntegrated camera Use the camera for video communication or taking photos.
bBuilt-in microphone Captures sound which can be used for video conferencing, voice
narration, or audio recording.
cComputer display Provides brilliant visual output.
dWireless LAN antennas Connect to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless radio
signals.
eSpeakers Provide audio output.
fPower button Press this button to turn on the computer.
gNumeric keypad For details, see “Using the keyboard” on page 3.
hTouchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.
Touchpad: To move the pointer on the screen, slide your fingertip over
the pad in the direction in which you want the pointer to move.
Touchpad buttons: The functions of the left/right side correspond to that
of the left/right mouse button on a conventional mouse.
Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad by pressing Fn + F6.

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Using the keyboard
Numeric keypad
The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press
the Num Lock key.
Function key combinations
Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this
function, press and hold Fn ; then press one of the function keys .
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The following describes the features of each function key.
Fn + F1: Mutes/unmutes the sound.
Fn + F2: Decreases the volume level.
Fn + F3:Increases the volume level.
Fn + F4: Enables/disables the microphone.
Fn + F5: Refreshes the desktop or the currently active window.
Fn + F6: Enables/disables the touchpad.
Fn + F7: Enables/disables Airplane mode.
Fn + F8: Enables/disables the integrated camera.
Fn + F9: Locks the screen.
Fn + F10:
Toggles the display between the computer and an external device.
Fn + F11: Decreases the display brightness.
Fn + F12: Increases the display brightness.
Fn + C: Enables/disables the scroll lock.
Fn + S: Activates the system request.
Fn + : Activates the Pgup key function.
Fn + : Activates the Pgdn key function.
Fn + : Activates the home key function.
Fn + : Activates the end key function.
Fn + Space
(on select models): Adjusts the keyboard backlight (off dim bright off).

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Left-side view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Kensington mini security
slot
For attaching a Kensington MiniSaver™ Mobile (or compatible) lock.
Note: Lock is not supplied. When purchasing a lock, choose one that utilizes the Cleat™ locking
mechanism and verify its compatibility with the slot before purchase. A lock utilizing the T-Bar™
locking mechanism is not compatible with the Kensington mini security slot.
bAC power adapter jack Connects to the AC power adapter.
cBattery status indicator
Indicator Indicator
status
Charge
status Meaning
Battery
On
(solid white) Charging The battery has more than 80% charge.
On
(solid amber) Discharging The battery has between 5% and 20% charge.
Blinking
slowly
(white)
Charging
The battery has between 20% and 80% charge. When
the battery reaches 80% charge, the light will stop
blinking. However, charging will continue until the
battery is fully charged.
Blinking
slowly
(amber)
Charging
The battery has between 5% and 20% charge. When the
battery charge reaches 20%, the blinking color will
change to white.
Blinking
quickly
(amber)
Charging/
Discharging The battery has less than 5% charge.
Off Discharging The battery has more than 20% charge.
dRJ-45 port Connects the computer to an Ethernet network.
Note: For details, see “Connecting network cables” on page 6.
eUSB port Connects to USB devices.
Note: For details, see “Connecting USB device” on page 7.
fCombo audio jack Connects to headsets.
Notes:
•The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones.
•The recording function might not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are connected,
due to different industry standards.
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Connecting network cables
To insert a network cable, do the following:
1Hold one connector of the network cable to press the RJ-45 cover down gently .
2Insert the connector into the RJ-45 port .
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.
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