Lenovo IdeaPad 310S-15IKB User manual

Lenovo
ideapad 310S
ideapad 310S-15ISK ideapad 310S-15IKB
User Guide
Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.

Notes
•Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first.
•The latest electronic compliance and environmental information are available from the
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To download environmental information go to: hp://www.lenovo.com/ecodeclaration
•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.
•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.
•The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo ideapad 310S-15ISK unless
otherwise stated.
•The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the
actual product.
Regulatory Notice
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First Edition (July 2016)
© Copyright Lenovo 2016.
LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General
Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set
forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer .................................................................................... 1
Top view
......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Left-side view
................................................................................................................................................ 5
Right-side view
.............................................................................................................................................. 9
Bottom view
................................................................................................................................................. 11
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10......................................................................................... 12
Configuring the operating system for the first time
.............................................................................. 12
Operating system interface
........................................................................................................................ 12
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down
................................................................................ 14
Task and desktop management
................................................................................................................ 16
Connecting to a wireless network
............................................................................................................ 17
Get Started app
............................................................................................................................................ 17
Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery System.............................................................................. 18
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting............................................................................................................ 19
Frequently asked questions
....................................................................................................................... 19
Troubleshooting
.......................................................................................................................................... 21
Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 25

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Top view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally.
Attention:
•Do not open the display panel beyond 180 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.

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Integrated camera Use the camera for video communication or taking photos.
Built-in microphone Captures sound which can be used for video conferencing, voice
narration, or audio recording.
Computer display Provides brilliant visual output.
Wireless LAN antennas Connect to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless radio
signals.
Ventilation slots Dissipate internal heat.
Note: Make sure that the ventilation slots are not blocked or else the computer may overheat.
Power button Press this button to turn on the computer.
Touchpad 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 butto ns: 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 F6 ( ).
Battery remaining capacity icon
1When the computer is shut down with the lid open, if the AC power adapter is plugged in
or any key is pressed and released (except the power button if on keyboard), the battery
remaining capacity icon will appear on the screen.
2The icon will display for 3 seconds and then disappear.
3The battery remaining capacity icon can be disabled in BIOS setup.
Note: If the computer is in ship mode, the battery remaining capacity icon will not appear.
Color
Icons Percent <= 20% Percent > 20%
Battery Icon orange green
Percentage Digit red green
Charger Icon (if AC is in) white white
Display Icon (DC mode)
Display Icon (AC mode)

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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
a
; then press one of the function keys
b
.
1
2
2
The following describes the features of each function key.
Fn + B: Activates the break function.
Fn + P: Activates the pause function.
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.

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Hotkeys
You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate hotkeys.
:Mutes/unmutes the sound. :Enables/disables Airplane mode.
:Decreases the volume level. :Enables/disables the integrated
camera.
:Increases the volume level. :Locks the screen.
:Enables/disables the microphone. :
Toggles the display between the
computer and an external display
device.
:Refreshes the desktop or the
currently active window. :Decreases the display brightness.
:Enables/disables the touchpad. :Increases the display brightness.
Note: You can use the Lenovo Setting to enable/disable the hotkey function.

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Left-side view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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.
AC power adapter jack Connects to the AC power adapter.
Battery status indicator
Indicator Indicator
status
Charge
status Meaning
Battery status
indicator
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 less than 20% charge. When the battery
charge reaches 20%, the blinking color will change to white.
Blinking
quickly
(amber)
Discharging The battery has less than 5% charge.
Off Discharging The battery has more than 20% charge.

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USB 2.0 port Connects to USB devices.
Notes:
•When the computer is on, the USB port supports charging function.
•When the battery has more than 20% charge, the USB port with the icon can charge external USB
devices while the computer is shut down.
•For details, see “Connecting USB device” on page 7.
Combo 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.
Memory card slot Accepts memory cards (not supplied).
Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 8.
Novo button When the computer is off, press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey
Recovery System or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu.
Notes:
•You can use the tip of an unfolded paper clip (or similar object without a sharp tip) to gently press the
Novo button.
•For details, see “Lenovo OneKey Recovery System” on page 18.

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Connecting USB device
You can connect a USB device to your computer by inserting its USB plug (Type A) into the USB
port on your computer.
The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port on your computer, Windows
automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver has been installed, you can
disconnect and reconnect the device without performing any additional steps.
Note: Typically, Windows detects a new device after it has been connected, and then installs the driver
automatically. However, some devices may require you to install the driver before connecting. Check
the documentation provided by the device’s manufacturer before connecting the device.
Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your computer has finished transferring
data to that device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the Windows
notification area to remove the device before disconnecting.
Note: If your USB device uses a power cord, connect the device to a power source before connecting it.
Otherwise, the device may not be recognized.

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Using memory cards (not supplied)
Your computer supports the following types of memory cards:
• Secure Digital (SD) card
• Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card
• Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC) card
• MultiMediaCard (MMC)
Notes:
•Insert only one card in the slot at a time.
•This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.).
Inserting a memory card
Insert the memory card until it touches the bottom of the slot.
Removing a memory card
Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
Note: Before removing the memory card, disable it by using the Windows safely remove hardware and eject
media utility to avoid data corruption.

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Right-side view -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Power status indicator
Symbol Indicator status Meaning
On (solid white) The computer is powered on.
Blinking The computer is in sleep mode.
Off The computer is powered off.
USB ports Connect to USB devices.
Note: For details, see “Connecting USB device” on page 7.
HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or an external display.
RJ-45 port Connects the computer to an Ethernet network.
Note: For details, see “Connecting network cables” on page 10.

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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
a
.
2Insert the connector into the RJ-45 port
b
.
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.

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Bottom view -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Louvers Allow air to enter the computer for cooling.
Speakers Provide audio output.

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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
Note: Windows®10 has an updated version. If you are using the updated version, some operations may be
different. Please refer to the actual product.
Configuring the operating system for the first time ------------
You may need to configure the operating system when it is first used.
The configuration process may include the procedures below:
• Accepting the end user license agreement
• Configuring the Internet connection
• Registering the operating system
• Creating a user account
Operating system interface--------------------------------------------------------
Windows 10 comes with a powerful and useful start menu.
To open the start menu, do one of the following:
• Press the Windows key on the keyboard.
•Select Start on the lower-left corner of the desktop.
Get Started app Start button
Settings button Search box
Power button Task view button
All apps button

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Settings
Settings lets you perform basic tasks. You can also search for more settings with the settings
search box in the upper-right corner.
To open the settings, do the following:
• Open the start menu, and then select Settings .
Personalize the start menu
You can personalize the start menu with your favorite apps.
To personalize the start menu, do the following:
1Open the start menu, and then select All apps to display the apps list.
2Right click the app you want to add to the start menu, and then select Pin to Start.
Note: You can also drag apps from the Most used or All apps columns to add them to the start menu.

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Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down --------------
When you have finished working with your computer, you can put it to sleep or shut it down.
Putting your computer to sleep
If you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put the computer to sleep.
When the computer is in sleep mode, you can quickly wake it to resume use, bypassing the
startup process.
To put the computer to sleep, do one of the following:
• Close the display lid.
• Press the Power button.
• Open the start menu, and then select Power Sleep.
Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in sleep mode)
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, do one of the following:
• Press any key on the keyboard.
• Press the Power button.

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Shutting down the computer
If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down.
To shut down the computer, do one of the following:
• Open the start menu, and then select Power Shut down.
•Right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner and select Shut down or sign out 
Shut down.

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Task and desktop management ------------------------------------------------
Ta s k v i e w
To open the task view, do one of the following:
• Select the Task view button on the task bar.
• Press the Windows key + Tab.
Virtual desktop management
Windows 10 supports the ability to create, manage and switch between virtual desktops.
To create a new virtual desktop, do one of the following:
• Open the task view, and then select New desktop.
• Press the Windows key + Ctrl + D.
To switch between different desktops, do one of the following:
• Open the task view and select the desktop you want active.
• Press the Windows key + Ctrl + / to scroll through the desktops you’ve created.