Lenovo ideapad 330S 15IKB GTX1050 User manual

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Lenovo ideapad 330S
User Guide
Lenovo ideapad 330S-15IKB GTX1050

First Edition (January 2018)
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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................................................................................................................................................ 6
Right-side view.............................................................................................................................................. 7
Bottom view................................................................................................................................................. 10
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10......................................................................................... 11
Configuring the operating system for the first time.............................................................................. 11
Operating system interface........................................................................................................................ 11
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down................................................................................ 13
Task and desktop management................................................................................................................ 15
Connecting to a wireless network ............................................................................................................ 16
Chapter 3. Recovery system .......................................................................................................... 17
Reset this PC................................................................................................................................................ 17
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting............................................................................................................ 18
Frequently asked questions....................................................................................................................... 18
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................... 20
Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 24

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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.
Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally.

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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.
eVentilation slots Dissipate internal heat.
Note: Make sure that the ventilation slots are not blocked or else the computer may overheat.
fPower button Press this button to turn on the computer.
gNumeric keypad For details, see “Using the keyboard” on page 3.
hFingerprint reader (on
select models)
Registers fingerprints that can be used as passwords to secure your
computer.
iTouchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.
One piece multi-touch ClickPad: To move the pointer on the screen,
slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the
pointer to move.
Left-click area: Clicking in this area corresponds to the functions of
clicking the left button on a conventional mouse.
Right-click area: Clicking in this area corresponds to the functions of
clicking the right button on a conventional mouse.
Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad by pressing F6 ( ).

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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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.

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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 .
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.
Fn + Space 
(on select models): Adjusts the keyboard backlight (off dim bright off).
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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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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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Left-side view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
aAC power adapter jack Connects to the AC power adapter.
bCharging status indicator
AC power
adapter status Indicator status Meaning
Disconnected Off Disconnect the AC power adapter from the computer.
Connected Solid amber The battery has between 1% and 80% charge.
Solid white The battery has more than 80% charge.
cHDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or an external
display.
dUSB 3.0 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 9.
eType -C por t Type-C port supports:
•USB 3.1
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.
gPower status indicator
Indicator Indicator status Meaning
Power
status
indicator
On (solid white) The computer is turned on and the battery has between 20% and 100%
charge.
On (solid amber) The computer is turned on and the battery has between 1% and 20%
charge.
Blinking The computer is in sleep mode or the computer display lid is closed.
Off The computer is turned off.