Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Series User manual

User Guide
IdeaPad 3/IdeaPad 3i/IdeaPad Slim 3/IdeaPad Slim 3i series

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following:
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
First Edition (Januarary 2021)
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Contents
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
eft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . . 7
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Get started with Windows 10 . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows account . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Windows Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
enovo Vantage and enovo PC Manager . . . . 11
Connect to networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to wired networks . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . 12
The Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Open the Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . 12
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 13
Keyboard hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 15
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 15
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Set power button behavior. . . . . . . . . 15
Change or create a power plan . . . . . . . 15
Set performance mode . . . . . . . . . . 16
Change settings in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . 16
What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . 16
Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 16
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 16
Change hotkey mode . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Enable or disable always-on . . . . . . . . 16
Set passwords in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . 17
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Set administrator password . . . . . . . . 17
Change or remove administrator password . . 17
Set user password . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Enable power-on password . . . . . . . . 18
Set hard disk password . . . . . . . . . . 18
Change or remove hard disk password . . . . 19
Reset or restore Windows . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Windows 10 recovery options . . . . . . . 19
Windows System Restore . . . . . . . . . 19
Reset Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Create a recovery drive . . . . . . . . . . 20
Use a recovery drive to restore or reset
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Chapter 4. Help and support . . . . . 23
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 23
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
What is a CRU? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
CRUs for your product model . . . . . . . . . 24
Call enovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Before you contact enovo . . . . . . . . 25
enovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 25
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 26
Appendix A. Accessi ility and
ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 27
Appendix B. Compliance
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Appendix C. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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A out this guide
• This guide applies to enovo product model(s) listed below. Illustrations in this guide may look slightly
different from your product model.
Model name Machine type (MT)
IdeaPad 3 14A C6 82KT
IdeaPad 3 14A C6 U
IdeaPad 3 14IT 6 82H7
IdeaPad 3 14IT 6 D 82H7
IdeaPad 3 14IT 6 U 82H7
IdeaPad 3 15A C6 82KU
IdeaPad 3 15A C6 U
IdeaPad 3 15IT 6 82H8
IdeaPad 3 15IT 6 D 82H8
IdeaPad 3 15IT 6 U 82H8
IdeaPad 3 17A C6 82KV
IdeaPad 3 17A C6 U
IdeaPad 3 17IT 6 82H9
IdeaPad 3 17IT 6 D 82H9
IdeaPad 3 17IT 6 U 82H9
• This guide may contain information about accessories, features, and software that are not available on all
models.
• This guide contains instructions that are based on the Windows 10 operating system. These instructions
are not applicable if you install and use other operating systems.
• Microsoft® makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update.
As a result, the operating system related instructions may become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources
for the latest information.
• The content of the guide is subject to change without notice. To obtain the latest version, go to https://
support.lenovo.com.
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer
Front
1. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.
2. Camera • Capture still and moving images for taking photos, recording
videos, and video chatting.
• Capture your face images for face authentication.
Note: Use Windows Hello to enroll your face for face
authentication.
3. Camera cover slider Move the slider to cover or uncover the camera lens.
Note: The camera cover helps you better protect your privacy.
4. Camera light If the light is on, the camera is in use.
5. Wireless antennas Send and receive radio waves for the built-in wireless AN (local area
network) and Bluetooth module.
Note: The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.
6. Screen Display text, graphics, and videos. Selected models support multi-
touch function.
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Base
14–inch models:
1. Power light/Fingerprint reader* light The light shows power status of the computer.
Note: It is positioned in the center of the button for devices without
fingerprint reader.
2. Power button/Fingerprint reader* Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer into
sleep mode. Fingerprint reader* is available on power button. Enroll
and read your fingerprint for user authentication.
3. Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs.
Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and function keys for
changing settings and performing tasks quickly.
4. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.
Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch function.
* for selected models
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15–inch and 17–inch models:
1. Power button/Fingerprint reader* Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer into
sleep mode. Fingerprint reader* is available on power button. Enroll
and read your fingerprint for user authentication.
2. Power light/Fingerprint reader* light The light shows power status of the computer.
Note: It is positioned in the center of the button for devices without
fingerprint reader.
3. Numeric keyboard To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num ock key.
Note: If the Num ock key light is on, the numeric keypad is in use.
4. Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs.
Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and function keys for
changing settings and performing tasks quickly.
5. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.
Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch function.
* for selected models
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Left
1. Power connector Connect to power with the included power cord and ac power
adapter.
2. Charging light Indicate whether the computer is connected to ac power.
• Solid white: connected to ac power; battery capacity 91%–100%
• Solid amber: connected to ac power; battery capacity 1%–90%
• Off: not connected to ac power
3. USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector Connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, a USB
mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB printer.
4. HDMI™ connector Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such
as an HDTV.
5. USB-C® connector Connect external storage or data devices.
Note: An appropriate adapter may be needed for connecting external
devices. This connector cannot be used to connect external display
devices.
6. Combo audio jack Connect headphones or headsets with a 3.5 mm (0.14 inch), 4-pole
plug.
Note: This jack does not support standalone external microphones. If
you use headsets, choose one with a single plug.
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Right
1. Power light • On: the computer is turned on.
• Off: the computer is turned off or in hibernation mode.
• Blinking: the computer is in sleep mode.
2. Novo button Press the Novo button to open the Novo Button menu. From the
menu, you can choose to open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility, the Boot
menu, or the Windows startup options screen.
3. SD card slot Insert an SD card or a MultiMediaCard (MMC) into the slot for data
transfer or storage.
4. USB 2.0 connector Connect USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB
mouse, USB storage device ,or USB printer.
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Features and specifications
Dimensions • Width:
– 14–inch models: 324.2 mm (12.76 inches)
– 15–inch models: 359.2 mm (14.14 inches)
– 17–inch models: 398.8 mm (15.70 inches)
• Depth:
– 14–inch models: 215 mm (8.46 inches)
– 15–inch models: 235.8 mm (9.28 inches)
– 17–inch models: 274 mm (10.79 inches)
• Thickness: 19.9 mm (0.78 inches)
ac power adapter • Input: 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz
• Output: 20 V dc, 3.25 A
• Power: 65 W
Battery pack • Capacity: 38 Wh
• Number of cells: 2
• Capacity: 45 Wh
• Number of cells: 3
Microprocessor To view the microprocessor information of your computer, right-click the Start button and then
select System.
Memory • Type: On-board memory module and Double data rate 4 (DDR4) dual in-line memory
module (DIMM)
• Number of slots: 1
Secondary storage
device • Type: solid-state drive
• Form factor: M.2 (2242/2280)
• Bus: PCI Express
Screen • Size:
– 355.6 mm (14 inches)
– 381 mm (15 inches)
– 431.8 mm (17 inches)
• Display resolution
– 1920 × 1080 pixels (FHD model)
– 1366 × 768 pixels (HD model)
Keyboard • Function keys
• Hotkeys
• Numeric keypad*
• Keyboard backlight*
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Connectors and slots • Combo audio jack
• USB-C connector
– Support data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps for USB 3.2 Gen 1
– Provide power output up to xx V and xx A
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A connector
– Support data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps for USB 3.2 Gen 1
• USB 2.0 connector
• HDMI connector
• SD card reader
Security features • Fingerprint reader*
• UEFI/BIOS passwords
– Administrator password
– User password
– Master hard disk password
– User hard disk password
Wireless features • Bluetooth
• Wireless WAN
* for selected models
Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a specific test environment.
Capacities measured in other environments may differ but are no lower than the rated capacity (see product
label).
Statement on USB transfer rate
Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file
attributes, and other factors related to system configuration and operating environments, the actual transfer
rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed
below for each corresponding device.
USB device Data rate (G it/s)
3.2 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 10
Operating environment
Maximum altitude (without pressurization)
3048 m (10 000 ft)
Temperature
• At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft)
– Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
– Storage: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°F)
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• At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft)
– Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition: 31.3°C (88°F)
Note: When you charge the battery, its temperature must be no lower than 10°C (50°F).
Relative humidity
• Operating: 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F)
• Storage: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F)
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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer
Get started with Windows 10
earn the basics of Windows 10 and start working with it right away. For more information about Windows
10, see the Windows help information.
Windows account
You must create at least one account to use the Windows operating system. It can be either a local account
or a Microsoft account.
Local accounts
A local account is created on a particular Windows-enabled device and it can only be used on that device. It
is recommended that you set a password for each local account to prevent unauthorized access to the
device.
Microsoft accounts
A Microsoft account is a user account that you use to sign in to Microsoft software and services. If you use
Microsoft services like OneDrive, Outlook.com, Xbox ive, Office 365, and Skype, you might already have
one. If you don't have it, you can create one for free.
There are two main benefits of using a Microsoft account:
• Sign in only once. If you use a Microsoft account to sign in to Windows 10, you don’t need to sign in again
to use OneDrive, Skype, Outlook.com, and other Microsoft services.
• Settings can be synced. If you use your Microsoft account to sign in to multiple Windows-enabled
devices, certain Windows settings can be synced among the devices.
Switch etween a local and a Microsoft account
If you are using a local account to sign in to Windows 10, you can switch to use a Microsoft account instead.
Step 1. Open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts.
Step 2. Select Sign in with a Microsoft account instead.
Step 3. If you already have a Microsoft account, enter the account name and password to sign in.
Otherwise, select Create one to create a new Microsoft account.
Note: The device must have Internet access the first time you use a Microsoft account on that
device.
If you want to switch back to use a local account, open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts ➙
Sign in with a local account instead.
Add additional user accounts
Your user account must be of the “Administrator” type to add additional user accounts to Windows.
Add additional user accounts if you need to share your computer with family members or other users.
Step 1. Open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Family & other users.
Step 2. Select Add someone else to this PC.
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Note: To add family members, you need to sign in with a Microsoft account.
Step 3. Set the user name and password for the user account.
Windows desktop
1. Account Change account settings, lock the computer, or sign out of the
current account.
2. Documents Open the Documents folder, a default folder to save your received
files.
3. Pictures Open the Pictures folder, a default folder to save your received
pictures.
4. Settings Open Settings.
5. Power Shut down, restart, or put the computer into sleep mode.
6. Start utton Open the Start menu.
7. Windows Search Enter what you are looking for in the search box and get search
results from your computer and the Web.
8. Task View Display all opened apps and switch between them.
9. Windows notification area Display notifications and status of some features.
10. Battery status icon Display power status and change battery or power settings.
11. Network icon Connect to an available wireless network and display the network
status. When connected to a wired network, the icon changes to .
12. Action center Display the latest notifications from apps and provide quick access to
some features.
Open the Start menu
• Click the Start button.
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• Press the Windows logo key on the keyboard.
Open Control Panel
• Open the Start menu and select Windows System ➙ Control Panel.
• Use Windows Search.
Open an app
• Open the Start menu and select the app you want to open.
• Use Windows Search.
Windows Updates
Microsoft periodically releases feature and security updates to the Windows operating system. Updates that
are applicable to your version of Windows are downloaded automatically when your computer is connected
to the Internet. When updates are downloaded, you are prompted to restart the computer to install these
updates.
Manually check for updates
Updates to Windows are downloaded automatically. However, you can also manually check if there are
available updates for the installed version of Windows.
Attention: Only download and install updates using Windows Update. Updates downloaded from other
sources may include security risks.
Step 1. Select Start ➙ Settings ➙ Update & Security.
Step 2. Click Check for updates.
Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo PC Manager
enovo Vantage and enovo PC Manager are apps developed by enovo. Using wither of the app, you can:
• View product information
• View warranty and support information
• Run hardware scan and diagnose problems
• Change hardware settings
• Update Windows, drivers, and UEFI/BIOS
enovo Vantage or PC Manager may be pre-installed on your computer. To open it, enter the software name
in Windows Search and select the matched result.
Note: If enovo Vantage is not pre-installed, you can download it from the Microsoft Store.
Connect to networks
Your computer helps you connect to the world through a wired or wireless network.
Connect to wired networks
If your computer includes an Ethernet (RJ-45) connector, you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your
computer to a wired network.
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Connect to Wi-Fi networks
If your computer includes a wireless AN module, you can connect your computer to Wi-Fi® networks. The
wireless AN module on your computer may support different standards. For some countries or regions, use
of 802.11ax may be disabled according to local regulations.
Step 1. Click the network icon in the Windows notification area. A list of nearby networks is displayed.
Note: If no network is displayed, check to ensure that the airplane mode is not turned on.
Step 2. Select a network and click Connect. Provide security key if prompted.
Note: The network key is usually managed by the network administrator.
Forget a Wi-Fi network
Windows saves a list of Wi-Fi networks you have connected to, along with their passwords and other
settings. By doing this, your computer is automatically connected when it is in the range of a previously
connected network. However, if the network password has been changed, you need to forget the network in
order to enter a new password.
Step 1. Select Start ➙ Settings ➙ Network & Internet ➙ Wi-Fi.
Step 2. Click Manage known networks.
Step 3. Click the network name and click Forget.
Turn airplane mode on and off
Airplane mode is a convenient setting to turn all wireless communications of your computer on and off. You
may need to turn it on when boarding an airplane.
Step 1. Click the action center icon in the Windows notification area.
Step 2. Click the Airplane mode icon to turn it on or off.
Note: Click Expand if you cannot find the airplane mode icon.
The Novo Button menu
The Novo Button menu can be displayed before the operating system starts. From the menu, you can
choose to
• Open the BIOS/UEFI setup utility
• Open the boot device selection menu
• Open the Windows startup options screen
Note: From the Windows startup options screen, you can then choose to
Start your computer using a recovery drive
Reset your computer
Open advanced options screen
Open the Novo Button menu
For enovo computers with a Novo button, you can press the button to open the Novo Button menu.
Step 1. Turn off the computer.
Step 2. Open the CD screen and press the Novo button.
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Note: Alternatively, turn off the computer. Press Fn and the power button to open the Novo Button menu.
Interact with your computer
Key oard hotkeys
Some keys on the keyboard are printed with icons. These keys are called hotkeys and can be pressed alone
or in combination with the Fn key to open certain apps or change certain settings quickly. The functions of
the hotkeys are symbolized by the icons printed on them.
Hotkey Function
Mute/Unmute sound.
Decrease/Increase system volume.
Mute/Unmute the microphone.
Reload Web pages or refresh the screen.
Enable/Disable the touchpad.
Turn airplane mode on and off.
Enable/Disable the integrated camera.
ock the screen.
Switch display devices.
Increase/Decrease screen brightness.
Play or pause playback of media.
Stop playback of media.
Turn on/off or adjust the brightness of the keyboard backlight.
Note: This hotkey must be used with the Fn key.
Hotkey mode
Some hotkeys share keys with function keys (F1 to F12). The hotkey mode is a UEFI/BIOS setting that
changes how hotkeys (or function keys) are used.
Hotkey mode setting How to use hotkeys How to use function keys
Disabled Hold down the Fn key and press one
of the hotkeys.
Press the function keys directly.
Enabled Press the hotkeys directly. Hold down the Fn key and press one
of the function keys.
Note: Hotkeys that do not share keys with function keys are not affected by the hotkey mode setting. They
should always be used with the Fn key.
Numeric keypad
Some enovo computers includes a dedicated numeric keypad on the far right of the keyboard. The keypad
is used for entering numbers and operators quickly.
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Press the NumLock key to enable or disable the numeric keypad.
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