Lenovo Ideapad MIIX 300-10IBY User manual

Lenovo ideapad
MIIX 300-10IBY
Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
User Guide

First Edition (May 2015)
© Copyright Lenovo 2015.
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forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.
For details, refer to Guides & Manuals at http://support.lenovo.com.
Regulatory Notice
Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first.
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®8.1. 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.
Notes
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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.
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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer..................................................................................... 1
Top view......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Left-side view ................................................................................................................................................ 3
Bottom view................................................................................................................................................... 5
Rear view........................................................................................................................................................ 6
Keyboard dock top view.............................................................................................................................. 7
Keyboard dock left-side view...................................................................................................................... 9
Keyboard dock right-side view................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 ........................................................................................ 12
Configuring the operating system for the first time.............................................................................. 12
Operating system interfaces...................................................................................................................... 12
The charms................................................................................................................................................... 13
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down................................................................................ 15
Touch screen operation.............................................................................................................................. 16
Connecting to a wireless network............................................................................................................ 20
Help and support........................................................................................................................................ 21
Chapter 3. Recovery system .......................................................................................................... 22
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting............................................................................................................ 24
Frequently asked questions....................................................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................... 25
Trademarks ...................................................................................................................................... 28

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Top view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
aFront camera Use the camera for video communication or taking photos.
bWireless LAN antenna Connects to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless radio
signals.
cMulti-touch screen Functions as the visual display as well as touchpad input.
Note: For details, see “Touch screen operation” on page 16.
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Screen orientation
You can rotate the display panel to your preferred orientation.
The orientation of the display automatically changes (alternating between portrait and
landscape modes) depending on how you hold it.

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Left-side view--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
aCombo 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.
bBuilt-in microphone Captures sound which can be used for video conferencing, voice
narration, or audio recording.
cAC power adapter jack Connects to the AC power adapter.
dMicro USB port Connects to USB devices.
eMicro HDMI port Connects to devices with micro HDMI input such as a TV or an external
display.
fPower indicator
Symbol Indicator Indicator
status Meaning
Power
On (solid red) The tablet is charging.
On (solid amber) The tablet is connected to the AC power adapter and is
fully charged.
Off The tablet is disconnected from the AC power adapter.
gMicro SD card slot Accepts a micro SD card (not supplied).
Note: For details, see “Using a micro SD card (not supplied)” on page 4.
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Using a micro SD card (not supplied)
Your computer supports micro Secure Digital (SD) cards.
Inserting a card
Slide the card in until it clicks into place.
Removing a card
1Push the card in until you hear a click.
2Gently pull the memory card out of the slot.
Notes:
•Insert only one card into the slot at a time.
•This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.).
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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Bottom view------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
aTablet-keyboard dock
latch
Attaches the tablet to the dock keeping the tablet secured in place.
Note: For details, see “Combination of tablet and keyboard dock” on page 10.
bKeyboard dock connector Connects the tablet to the keyboard dock.
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Rear view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
aRear camera Use the camera for video communication or taking photos.
bVolume down button Decreases the volume level.
cVolume up button Increases the volume level.
dPower button When the computer is off, press and hold this button to turn on the
computer.
eSpeakers Provide audio output.
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Keyboard dock top view------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
aTablet-keyboard dock
latch
Attaches the tablet to the dock keeping the tablet secured in place.
Note: For details, see “Combination of tablet and keyboard dock” on page 10.
bKeyboard dock connector Connects the tablet to the keyboard dock.
cSystem status indicators
Symbol Indicator Indicator
status Meaning
Power
On (solid white) The computer is powered on.
Off
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The computer is in sleep mode, or the display is off.
•The computer is powered off.
•The tablet is detached from the keyboard dock.
Caps lock On (solid white) Uppercase input mode is enabled. (All typed letters
are uppercase by default.)
Off Uppercase input mode is disabled.
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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.
dTablet release button Press and hold the button to release the tablet and detach it from the
keyboard dock.
Note: For details, see “Combination of tablet and keyboard dock” on page 10.
eKeyboard
fTouchpad
Fn + Esc: Mutes/unmutes the sound.
Fn + : Closes the currently active window.
Fn + Delete: Enables/disables the touchpad.
Fn + Backspace: Enables/disables Airplane mode.
Fn + PgUp: Activates the home key function.
Fn + PgDn: Activates the end key function.
Fn + : Increases the display brightness.
Fn + : Decreases the display brightness.
Fn + : Decreases the volume level.
Fn + : Increases the volume level.
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Keyboard dock left-side view -----------------------------------------------------------------------
Keyboard dock right-side view--------------------------------------------------------------------
aUSB port Connects to USB devices.
aUSB port Connects to USB devices.
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Combination of tablet and keyboard dock
The Lenovo ideapad MIIX 300-10IBY is not only a tablet. It can be combined with a keyboard
dock and used as a notebook computer.
Attaching the tablet
Align the connector of the keyboard dock with the tablet and then attach the tablet in the
direction shown by the arrow.

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Detaching the tablet
Press and hold the tablet release button , while carefully detaching the tablet in the direction
shown by the arrow .
Notes:
•Be careful not to damage the connector when attaching or detaching the tablet.
•The illustrations above are for reference only, please refer to the actual product.
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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 -------------------------------------------------------------------------
Windows 8.1 comes with two main User Interfaces: the Start screen and the desktop.
To switch from the Start screen to the desktop, do one of the following:
• Select the desktop tile on the Start screen.
• Press the Windows key + D (located on the keyboard).
To switch from the desktop to the Start screen, do one of the following:
• Select Start from the charms.
• Move the cursor to the lower-left corner, then select the Start button.
Start screen Desktop

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The charms -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Charms are navigation buttons that let you control your Windows®8.1 experience.
Charms include: Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings. The Charms Bar is the menu that
contains the charms.
The five charms provide new and faster ways to perform many basic tasks, and are always
available regardless of which app you are currently in.
To display the charms, do one of the following:
• Move the pointer to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms bar is displayed.
• Use one finger to swipe in from the right edge of the screen until the charms bar is displayed.
• Press the Windows key + C (located on the keyboard).
Search charm
The Search charm is a powerful new way to find what you are looking for, including settings,
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Share charm
The Share charm enables you to send links, photos, and more to your friends and social
networks without leaving the app you are in.
Start charm
The Start charm is a way to go to the Start screen.
Devices charm
The Devices charm allows you to connect or send files to connected external devices, including
the devices to play, print, and project.
Settings charm
The Settings charm enables you to perform basic tasks, such as setting the volume or shutting
down the computer. Also, you can get to the Control Panel through the Settings charm when
using the desktop screen.

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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 briefly, 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:
• Press the Power button.
• Open the charms, and then select Settings Power Sleep.
To wake the computer, do one of the following:
• Press any key on the keyboard.
• Press the Power button.
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 charms, and then select Settings Power Shut down.
• Press and hold or right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner and select Shut down or
sign out Shut down.

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Touch screen operation-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The display panel can accept inputs like a tablet, using the multi-touch screen, or like a
traditional notebook computer, using the keyboard and touchpad.
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.
Enables you to see detailed information
before selecting an action. Can also open a
menu with more options. Similar to right-
clicking with a mouse.