Lenovo IdeaPad U410 User manual

Lenovo IdeaPad
U310/U410
Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
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V1.0_en-US
User Guide V1.0

The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.
Please refer to the actual product.
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First Edition (January 2012)
© Copyright Lenovo 2012.
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®7. If you are using other 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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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer .......................................... 1
Top view.......................................................................................................................1
Left-side view ..............................................................................................................4
Right-side view............................................................................................................6
Front view ....................................................................................................................8
Bottom view .................................................................................................................9
Chapter 2. Learning the basics............................................................ 11
First use.......................................................................................................................11
Using AC adapter and battery ................................................................................13
Using the touchpad...................................................................................................14
Using the keyboard...................................................................................................15
Connecting external devices....................................................................................18
Special keys and buttons..........................................................................................21
System status indicators...........................................................................................22
Securing your computer...........................................................................................24
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet................................................. 25
Wired connection ......................................................................................................25
Wireless connection ..................................................................................................27
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue system..................................................... 28
OneKey Rescue system ............................................................................................28
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting ................................................................. 31
Frequently asked questions .....................................................................................31
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................33
Trademarks............................................................................................ 38
Contents

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Top view ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Note: The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the
actual product.
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.
•The parts bounded by dashed lines are internally installed.
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Integrated
camera
Use the camera for video communication.
Computer display The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant
visual output.
Wireless module
antennas
The built-in antennas ensure optimal reception of wireless
radio.
Power button Press this button to turn on the computer.
System status
indicators
For details, see “System status indicators” on page 22.
Touchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.
Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 14.
Speakers The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound.
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Left-side view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
U310
U410
OneKey Rescue
system button
Press this button to start the OneKey Rescue system when
the computer is powered off.
Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 28.
Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat.
Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the
computer may occur.
RJ-45 port This port connects the computer to an Ethernet network.
Note: For details, see “Wired connection” on page 25.
HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a
display.
USB port Connect to USB devices.
Note: For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 19.
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Combo audio
jack
Connects to headphones or headsets. The combo audio
jack does not support conventional microphones.
Note: Recording may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are
connected, due to different industry standards.
Built-in
microphone
The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be
used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple
audio recordings.
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Right-side view ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
U310
U410
Built-in
microphone
The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be
used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple
audio recordings.
Combo audio
jack
Connects to headphones or headsets. The combo audio
jack does not support conventional microphones.
Note: Recording may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are
connected, due to different industry standards.
USB port Connects to USB devices.
Note: For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 19.
AC power adapter
jack
Connect the AC adapter here.
Note: For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page 13.
Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.
Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 18.
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HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a
display.
RJ-45 port This port connects the computer to an Ethernet network.
Note: For details, see “Wired connection” on page 25.
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Front view -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
U310
U410
Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.
Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 18.
System status
indicators
For details, see “System status indicators” on page 22.
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Bottom view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Louvers Allow air to enter the computer for cooling.
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics
First use -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Reading the manuals
Read the supplied manuals before using your computer.
Conncting to the power
The built-in battery pack is not fully charged at purchase.
To charge the battery and begin using your computer, connect the computer
to an electrical outlet. The battery is automatically charged while the
computer is running on AC power.
Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet
1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer
firmly.
3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Turning on the computer
Press the power button to turn on the computer.
Configuring the operating system
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

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Putting your computer into sleep state or shutting it down
When you finish working with your computer, you can put it into sleep state
or shut it down.
Putting your computer into sleep state
If you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put the
computer into sleep state.
When the computer is in sleep state, you can quickly wake it to resume use,
and bypass the startup process.
To put the computer into sleep state, click and select Sleep from the Start
menu.
To wake the computer, do one of the following.
• Press the power button.
• Press any key on the keyboard.
Shutting down your computer
If you are not going to use your computer for a day or two, shut it down.
To shut down your computer, click and select Shut down from the Start
menu.
Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is
in sleep state) 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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Using AC adapter and battery ----------------------------------------------------------
Checking battery status
You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by checking
the battery icon in the notification area.
Charging the battery
If the battery power is low, you need to charge the battery.
You need to charge the battery in any of the following situations:
• If the battery status indicator starts blinking
• If the battery has not been used for a long time
Battery Protection
If the battery pack remains idle for a long time, the battery may be
over-discharged, and its degradation speed may be increased. The battery
pack of IdeaPad U series uses the battery protection technology. When your
computer remains idle for a long time, the battery pack enters the sleep mode
to avoid over-discharge. After the battery pack enters the sleep mode, you
cannot turn the computer on without using the power adapter. Please
connect the power adapter to the computer to activate the battery pack.
Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it is difficult to predict how
long a battery charge will last. There are two main factors:
• The amount of energy stored in the battery when you commence work.
• The way you use your computer: for example, how often you access the hard disk
drive and how bright you make the computer display.
Note:
•To increase the life of the battery pack, the computer does not start recharging the
battery immediately after it drops from fully charged.
•Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 86 °F (10 °C-30 °C).
•Full charge or discharge is not required.
Note: The batter pack is in the sleep mode by default. When you use the computer for the
first time, please plug the power adapter into it. Otherwise, the computer cannot be
turned on.

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Using the touchpad -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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.
Left-click area The function corresponds to that of the left
mouse button on a conventional mouse, which
can be implemented by clicking this area.
Right-click area The function corresponds to that of the right
mouse button on a conventional mouse, which
can be implemented by clicking this area.
Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad by pressing .
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Using the keyboard -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Your computer has function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard.
Function key combinations
By pressing the appropriate function keys, you can change system settings
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.
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Hotkeys
Using hotkeys
The hotkeys are located in the function key row of the keyboard.
By pressing the appropriate hotkey, you can change system settings instantly.
The following describes the function of each hotkey.
: Mute/Unmute. : Decrease sound volume.
: Increase sound volume. : Close active window or
program.
: Refresh desktop or Web
pages. : Enable/Disable the touchpad.
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Open the interface for
integrated wireless devices
settings (on/off).
: Enable/Disable the built-in
microphone.
: Turn on/off the integrated
camera. : Open the interface for changing display devices.
: Decrease display brightness. : Increase display brightness.