Lenovo ideapad 720S-13ARR User manual

Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
Lenovo
ideapad 720S-13IKB
ideapad 720S Touch-13IKB
ideapad 720S-13ARR
User Guide

Read the safety noticesand important tipsin the 
included manualsbefore 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 Lenovo compliance information Web sites.
- To view compliance information go to: 
http://www.lenovo.com/compliance.
- To download environmental information go to: 
http://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 720S Touch-13IKB
unless otherwise stated.
• The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. The
screenshots of operating system are for reference only. Please refer to the actual
product.
Regulatory Notice
• For details, refer to Guides & Manuals at http://support.lenovo.com.
First Edition (July 2017)
© Copyright Lenovo 2017.
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 .......................................................................................................... 8
Bottom view ............................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 .............................................10
Configuring the operating system for the first time .......................................... 10
Operating system interfaces .................................................................................. 10
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down ............................................ 14
Touch screen operation (ideapad 720S Touch-13IKB) ...................................... 16
Connecting to a wireless network ........................................................................ 20
Get help from Windows ......................................................................................... 21
Chapter 3. Recovery system ............................................................... 22
Push-button reset .................................................................................................... 22
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting ................................................................ 24
Frequently asked questions ................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 26
Trademarks .......................................................................................... 29

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view -------------------------------------------------------------------------
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d
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Attention:
•Do not open the display panel beyond 175 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.

aIntegrated
camera
Use the camera for video communication.
bBuilt-in
microphone
Capture sound which can be used for video conferencing,
voice narration, or audio recording.
cComputer display
(ideapad 720S-
13IKB/ideapad
720S-13ARR)
The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant
visual output.
Multi-touch
screen (ideapad
720S Touch-
13IKB)
The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant
visual output. Multi-touch function is available on this
display.
dWireless LAN
antennas
Connect to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive
wireless radio signals.
eTouch pad The touch pad functions as a conventional mouse.
Touch pad: To move the pointer on the screen, slide your
fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want
the pointer to move.
Touch pad buttons: The functions of the left/right side
correspond to those of the left/right mouse button on a
conventional mouse.
Note: You can enable/disable the touch pad by pressing F6 ( ).
fPower Key Press this key to turn on/off the computer.
By default, when the computer is on, press and hold this
key for more than 1 second, the computer will enter sleep
mode,press and hold it for more than 4 seconds, the
computer will be turned off.
gFingerprint
reader (on select
models)
Registers fingerprints that can be used as passwords to
secure your computer.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
3
Using the keyboard
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 camera.
Increases the volume level. Locks/unlocks the LCD
screen.
Enables/disables
microphone.
Enables the external
projector or dangles the
external display.
Refreshes page. Decreases display
brightness.
Enables/disables the touch
pad.
Increases display
brightness.
Note: If you changed the Hotkey Mode from Enabled to Disabled in the BIOS setup utility,
you will need to press the Fn key in combination with the appropriate hotkey.

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
4
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.
ab
The following describes the features of each function key.
Fn + Space (on select
models):
Adjusts the keyboard backlight (dim bright
off).

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
5
Left-side view ---------------------------------------------------------------
ideapad 720S-13IKB/ideapad 720S Touch-13IKB
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aAC power
adapter jack/
Type-C port
This jack can be used as both AC power adapter jack and
Type-C port, supporting USB 3.0.

bBattery/Charging
status indicator
AC power
adapter
status
Indicator status Meaning
Disconnected
Off The computer is in sleep mode or turned
off; The battery has more than 20%
charge.
Solid amber The battery has between 5% and 20%
charge.
Fast blinking amber The battery has between 1% and 5%
charge.
Connected
Slow blinking amber The battery is being charged. When
battery charge reaches 20%, the blinking
color changes to white.
Slow blinking white The battery has between 20% and 80%
charge and is still charging. When the
battery reaches 80% charge the light will
stop blinking.
Solid white The battery has more than 80% charge,
charging will continue until the battery
is fully charged.
cUSB 3.0 port Connects to USB devices.
Note: For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 7.
dType-C port Type-C port supports:
• USB 3.0
• Native display port 1.2 video output
• VGA/HDMI output using Type-C VGA/HDMI adapter
(sold separately)
• Supply power for this computer and external devices.
(on select models)
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
7
Connecting USB devices
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.

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
8
Right-side view ------------------------------------------------------------
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aNovo button When the computer is off, press this button to start the
System Recovery or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the
boot menu.
bCombo audio
jack
Connects to headsets.
•The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones.
•The recording function may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are
connected, due to different industry standards.
cUSB 3.0 port Connects to USB devices.
•If the battery charge is more than 20%, the USB port with a mark supports charging of
an external USB device, even when the computer is not connected to power.
•For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 7.
Notes:
Notes:

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
9
Bottom view ------------------------------------------------------------------
a bb
aVentilation slots Dissipate internal heat.
Note: Make sure that none of the ventilation slots are blocked, or else overheating of the
computer may occur.
bSpeakers Provide audio output.

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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
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 interfaces ------------------------------------
The Start menu
Windows 10 comes with a powerful and useful start menu. To open the start
menu, do one of the following:
• Select the Start button in the lower-left corner, the Start menu is displayed.
• Press the Windows key on the keyboard.

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The power button is on the Start menu, click it you can choose to shut down
or restart the computer, or put the computer into sleep mode.
Through the Start menu, you can locate all the installed apps or view the
frequently used apps.

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
12
The ACTION CENTER
Select the ACTION CENTER icon on the taskbar and the ACTION
CENTER is displayed.
From the ACTION CENTER, you can examine important notifications from
Windows and your apps. Moreover, you can change common settings
quickly.
Task View in taskbar
In Windows 10, you can add a new desktop and switch between different
desktops.
To add a new desktop, do the following:
• Click the Task View icon in the taskbar area.

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
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• Click New desktop.
To switch between desktops, click the Task View icon , then select your
desired desktop.

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
14
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 and hold the Power key for about 1 to 4 seconds.
• Move the cursor to the lower-left corner, and then select the Start button.
Select Power Sleep.
Note: Put your computer to sleep before you move it. Moving your computer while the hard
disk drive is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data.
To wake up the computer, perform the following:
• Press any key on the keyboard.

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
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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 your computer, do one of the following:
• Move the cursor to the lower-left corner, and then select the Start button.
Select Power Shut down.
• Right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner and select Shut down or
sign out Shut down.

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
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Touch screen operation
(ideapad 720S Touch-13IKB) -------------------------------------
The display panel can accept inputs like a tablet, using the multi-touch
screen, or like a traditional notebook computer, using the keyboard and
touch pad.
Multi-touch gestures
You can touch the screen with one or more fingertips to perform a variety of
tasks.
Frequently used gestures Tasks performed
Tap
Tap once on an item.
Performs an action, such as starting
an app, opening a link, or
performing a command. Similar to
left-clicking with a mouse.
Press and hold
Press your finger down and leave it there
for a moment.
Allows you to see detailed
information before selecting an
action. Can also open a menu with
more options. Similar to 
right-clicking with a mouse.