Lenovo IdeaPad U330p User manual

Lenovo IdeaPad
U330p/U330 Touch
U430p/U430 Touch
Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
©Lenovo China 2013
en-US
Rev. AA00
User Guide

First Edition (April 2013)
© Copyright Lenovo 2013.
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 and/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. If you are using other Windows operating systems, some
operations may be slightly different. If you are using other operating
systems, some operations may not apply to you.
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forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.
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The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.
Please refer to the actual product.
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The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo IdeaPad U430p
unless otherwise stated.
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For details, refer to Guides & Manuals at http://support.lenovo.com.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer .......................................... 1
Top view.......................................................................................................................1
Left-side view ..............................................................................................................5
Right-side view............................................................................................................8
Bottom view ...............................................................................................................11
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 ................................................ 13
Configuring the operating system for the first time ............................................13
Operating system interfaces ....................................................................................13
Charms and the charms bar.....................................................................................14
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down..............................................16
Touch screen operation (U330 Touch/U430 Touch)............................................18
Connecting to a wireless network ..........................................................................21
Help and support ......................................................................................................22
Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system ...................................23
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting ................................................................. 24
Frequently asked questions .....................................................................................24
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................27
Trademarks............................................................................................ 31
Contents

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are invisible from outside.
Attention:
•Do not open the display panel beyond 130 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.
Built-in
microphone
Captures sound which can be used for video
conferencing, voice narration, or audio recording.
Multi-touch
display
(U330 Touch/
U430 Touch)
The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant
visual output. Multi-touch function is available on this
display.
Display (U330p/
U430p)
Provides brilliant visual output.
Power button Press this button to turn on the computer.
Touchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.
Touchpad To move the cursor on the screen, slide your
fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want
the cursor to move.
Touchpad buttons 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 .
Ventilation slots Dissipate internal heat.
Attention:
•Make sure that none of the ventilation slots are blocked or else overheating of the
computer may occur.
Wireless
antennas
Connect to the wireless adapter to receive and send
wireless radio.
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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. : Switches the active program.
: Increases the volume level. : Turns on/off the backlight of
the LCD screen.
: Closes the currently active
window. : Projects to a connected display.
: Refreshes the desktop or the
currently active window. : Decreases display brightness.
: Enables/disables the
touchpad. : 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.

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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.
Fn + Home: Activate the pause function.
Fn + End: Activate the break function.
Fn + PgUp: Enable/Disable the scroll lock.
Fn + PgDn: Activate the insert function.
Fn + Space (U430p/
U430 Touch)
(on select models):
Turn on/off the keyboard backlight.
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Left-side view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
U330p/U330 Touch
U430p/U430 Touch
Novo button When the computer is off or in hibernation mode, press
this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system
or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu.
Notes:
•For details, see “Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system” on page 23.
•If your computer is preinstalled with a Linpus operating system, Onekey Recovery
system is not available.
RJ-45 port Connects the computer to an Ethernet network.
HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a
display.
USB ports Connect to USB devices.
Notes:
•The blue port supports USB 3.0.
•For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 6.
Combo audio
jack
Connects to headsets.
Notes:
•At the default setting, 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.
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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 is installed, you can reconnect the device without performing any
additional steps.
Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your computer has
finished transferring data by that device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware
and Eject Media icon in the notification area of the Windows desktop screen
to remove the device before disconnecting.
Note: Typically, Windows detects a new device after connecting it, 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.
Notes:
•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.
•To connect or disconnect USB device in sleep mode, you should wake up your computer
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Connecting a Bluetooth device (on select models)
If your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it can connect to
and transfer data wirelessly to/from other Bluetooth enabled devices, such as
notebook computers, PDAs and cell phones. You can transfer data between
these devices up to 10 meters range in open space.
Enabling Bluetooth and WLAN communications on your computer
Press to make configuration.
Note: The actual maximum range may vary due to interference and transmission barriers.
For best transfer speed, place the device as near your computer as possible.
Notes:
•When you do not need to use the Bluetooth function, turn it off to save battery power.
•You need to pair the Bluetooth enabled device with your computer before you can transfer
data between them. Read the documentation supplied with the Bluetooth enabled device
for details on how to pair the device with your computer.

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Right-side view ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
System status
indicators
Power indicator
Battery 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.
On (solid white) The battery has more than
20% charge.
Solid amber The battery has between 5%
and 20% charge.
Fast blinking amber There is a problem with the
battery or the battery con-
nection.
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 bat-
tery reaches 80% charge, the
light will stop blinking, but
charging will continue until
the battery is fully charged.
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Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.
Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 10.
USB port Connects to USB devices. For details, see “Connecting USB
devices” on page 6.
Note: 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 turned off.
AC power adapter
jack
Connects the AC power adapter.
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Using memory cards (not supplied)
Your computer supports the following types of memory card:
• Secure Digital (SD) card
• MultiMediaCard (MMC)
Inserting a memory card
1 Push the dummy card in until you hear a click.
2 Gently pull the dummy card out of the memory card slot.
3 Slide a memory card in until it clicks into place.
Removing a memory card
1 Push the memory card in until you hear a click.
2 Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
Notes:
•Insert only one card in the slot at a time.
•This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.).
Note: The dummy card is used for preventing dust and small particles from entering the
inside of your computer when the memory card slot is not in use. Retain the dummy
card for future use.
Attention:
•Before removing a memory card, disable it through Safely Remove Hardware and
Eject Media to avoid data corruption.
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Bottom view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
U330p/U330 Touch
U430p/U430 Touch
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Louvers Allow air to enter the computer for cooling.
Speakers Provide audio output.
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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8
Configuring the operating system for the first
time --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
You 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 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start screen and the
Windows desktop.
To switch from the Start screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the
following:
• Select the Desktop tile on the Start screen.
• Press the Windows key + D.
To switch from the desktop to the Start screen, do one of the following:
• Select Start from the charms bar.
• Move the cursor to the lower-left corner, and then select the Start screen
thumbnail when it is displayed.
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Charms and the charms bar ---------------------------------------------------
Charms are navigation buttons that let you access basic tasks quickly.
Charms include: Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings. The charms bar
is the menu that contains the charms. To display the charms bar, do one of
the following:
• Move the cursor to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms
bar is displayed.
• Press the Windows key + C.
• Use one finger to swipe in from the right edge of the screen until the
charms bar is displayed (U330 Touch/U430 Touch).
Search charm
The Search charm is a powerful new way to find what you are looking for,
including apps, settings and files.

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Share charm
The Share charm lets you 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 fast way to go to the Start screen.
Devices charm
The Devices charm allows you to connect or send files to connected external
devices, including digital cameras, TVs, and printers.
Settings charm
The Settings charm lets you 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 on 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 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 panel.
• Press the power button.
• Open the charms bar, 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.
Attention:
•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.
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