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  • Page 1 Lenovo IdeaPad U110 User Guide User Guide V1.0 V1.0...
  • Page 2 RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to the GSA ADP Schedule contract with Lenovo, if any, or the standard terms of this commercial license, or if the agency is unable to accept this Program under these terms, then we provide this Program under the provisions set forth in Commercial Computer Software–Restricted Rights at FAR 52.227-19, when applicable, or under Rights in Data-General, FAR...

  • Page 3: Explanation Of Hard Disk Capacity

    Explanation of Hard Disk Capacity Dear user, While using your computer, you may discover that the nominal hard disk capacity indicated is somewhat different from the disk capacity displayed by the operating system. For example, a nominal 40GB hard disk will appear as less than 40GB in the operating system. This discrepancy is not an error in hard disk installation nor any other problem, but a normal phenomenon of computers.
  • Page 4 X × 0.931 G. II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes Lenovo computers come with preinstalled OneKey Recovery software, so the hard disk has a special portion partitioned before delivery, which is used to store hard disk mirror and OneKey Recovery program files. The size of the reserved space for this partition varies according to the model, operating system and software of the computer.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Read This First ... iii Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer ... 1 Top View ...1 Left-side View ...3 Right-side View ...5 Bottom View...7 Front View...9 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer ... 10 Putting your computer to Sleep or Shutting It Down...10 Adjusting the display...11 Using the Touch Pad...12 Using the Keyboard ...13...
  • Page 6 Caring Your Computer ... 74 Accessibility and Comfort ... 81 Maintenance... 84 Appendix A. Warranty Information... 88 Warranty Information ... 88 Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers ... 91 Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) ... 93 Appendix C. Features and Specifications ... 94 Features ...

  • Page 7: Read This First

    Read This First When your computer is turned on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some other parts may become hot. Avoid keeping your hands, your lap, or any other part of your body in contact with a hot section of the computer for any extended length of time.
  • Page 8 Read This First When the AC adapter of your computer is connected to an electrical outlet, it generates heat. Do not place the adapter in contact with any part of your body while using it. Never use the AC adapter to warm your body. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, may cause a skin burn.
  • Page 9 Read This First Before moving your computer, do one of the following: turn it off or press Fn + F1 to put it in sleep mode. Before moving the computer, make sure that the power on indicator is off. This will help to prevent damage to the hard disk drive, and possible loss of data.
  • Page 10 Read This First Do not distort, bend or extrude your liquid crystal display. Do not place heavy objects on your computer or display.
  • Page 11 Read This First Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer away from water to avoid the danger of electrical shock. Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection. Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag.

  • Page 12: Chapter 1. Getting To Know Your Computer

    Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Top View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.
  • Page 13 Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Integrated camera ... 26 Array Microphone (built-in) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings. Computer display LCD color display. Speakers Built-in stereo speakers. System status indicators ... 18 Touch inductive panel ...

  • Page 14: Left-Side View

    Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Left-side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer AC power adapter jack Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and charge the internal battery. Note: To prevent damage to the computer and battery pack, use the supplied AC adapter only.

  • Page 16: Right-Side View

    Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Right-side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 17 Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Security keyhole Your computer comes with a security keyhole. You can purchase a security cable and lock to fit this keyhole. Note: Before purchasing any security product, verify that it is compatible with this type of security keyhole. PCI Express card (new card) slot ...

  • Page 18: Bottom View

    Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Bottom View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 19 Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Battery latch - spring loaded The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. When you insert a battery pack, this latch automatically secures the battery in place. To remove the battery, hold this latch in the unlocked position.

  • Page 20: Front View

    Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Front View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - System status indicators ...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Putting your computer to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish 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.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Display

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer 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 Start and select Shut down from the Start menu. Adjusting the display After you begin working with your computer, you might need to adjust your display to achieve its optimum performance.

  • Page 23: Using The Touch Pad

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using the Touch Pad - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The touch pad consists of a pad and two click buttons at the bottom of the keyboard.

  • Page 24: Using The Keyboard

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Note: You can also attach and use a USB mouse through the USB connector. For details, see “Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device” on page Using the Keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in the standard keyboard.

  • Page 25: Function Key Combinations

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Function Key Combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold the Fn key ; then press one of the function keys...
  • Page 26 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer The following describes the features of each function key. Fn +Esc: Turn on/off the integrated camera. Fn +F1: Put your computer in sleep mode. Fn +F2: Turn off the LCD screen (any subsequent operation will turn the LCD screen back on).

  • Page 27: Special Keys And Buttons

    Special keys and buttons Your computer has several special keys and buttons. Touch inductive panel To display the buttons, press the Mute or Volume key. Open Dolby function setup screen. Open user define utility. Open user define utility. Mute / unmute the sound. Change volume.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Novo button The Novo button functions as OneKey Recovery key; use with caution. Press the Novo button to enter the main interface of OneKey Recovery while the power is off. Attention: When you press NOVO key to turn on the computer, please ensure that your computer is not connected with other peripherals (such as USB storage device, etc.), otherwise the system may not operate properly.

  • Page 29: System Status Indicators

    System status indicators The system status indicators show the current status of your computer. Your computer has system status indicators as follows: Drive in use Blue/Flashing Blue:Data is being read from or written to the hard disk or optical disc drive. When this indicator is on, do not put the computer into sleep mode or turn off the computer.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Num Lock Blue: Number Lock function is activated. Number Lock function allows some of the keyboard letters to act as numbers for easier numeric input. Caps Lock Blue: The Capital Lock function is activated. The Capital Lock function allows typing in all upper case letters (such as A, B, C).

  • Page 31: Using The External Optical Drive

    Using the external optical drive Your computer comes with an external usb optical device, such as a DVD/ CD recordable drive. For connections, see “Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device” on page 66. Inserting a disc Press the Eject button to open the drive tray. Place the disc on the tray, then gently push the drive tray back in.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Playing CDs/DVDs You can play your CDs/DVDs with various applications, such as Shuttle Center, Windows Media Player, or Windows Media Center, and so on. For convenient CD/DVD playing, see “Touch inductive panel” on page 16. For details on Shuttle Center, see “Using the Shuttle Center”...

  • Page 33: Using Memory Cards

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using memory cards - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with one Multi-media Reader slot used to insert a memory card, such as an SD Card, a Multi-media Card, a Memory Stick, an xD-Picture Card, an SD pro card or a Memory Stick pro card.

  • Page 34: Using The Shuttle Center

    Using the Shuttle Center Shuttle Center is an integrated multimedia player for DVD playback, video playback, photo viewing, and music playback. To start Shuttle Center: Click Start -> All Programs -> Lenovo -> Shuttle Center. To exit Shuttle Center: Click the Exit icon.
  • Page 35 Note: While listening to the music, a computer-generated visualization will be displayed. Listening to music files You can listen to music files, such as asf, mp3, wav and wma formats. Select Music from the top menu by using the left/right keys and a Enter key.

  • Page 36: Viewing Photos

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Watching video files You can watch video files, such as .dat, .mpg, .avi, .asf, .mpeg, .div, .divx, .wm, .wmv, .vob, .dvr-ms, MPEG1 and MPEG2 formats. Note: You may need to install a special decoder to view .avi, .divx, .dvr-ms and etcetera.

  • Page 37: Using The Integrated Camera

    Note: * Depending on the software version, these functions may differ. To start EasyCapture: Click Start -> All Programs -> Lenovo EasyCapture -> Lenovo EasyCapture 2.5. To exit EasyCapture: Click the exit icon. To take pictures: Click the Shoot icon to take pictures.
  • Page 38 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer To view your pictures: Click the arrow icon on the right side of the main program window to open the additional options window. Click the Photo Gallery tab. Select the picture you want to view. To record a video: Click the Record icon to begin recording.

  • Page 39: Using The Internet

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using the Internet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with LAN port for Ethernet connection or local area network (LAN) and wireless LAN for wireless connection.
  • Page 40 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Note: You can lock and unlock LAN Network Interface via BIOS Setup Utility. Turn on your computer, press F2 while the initial screen is displayed. The BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys. Select I/O Interface Security, and press the Enter key.

  • Page 41: Using Wireless Lan

    Using wireless LAN A diversity antenna system is built into the display for optimal reception, enabling wireless connection wherever you are. To enable wireless communications, do the following; Slide the Wireless device switch latch to the right. Press Fn + F5. Set the Wireless to Enable.

  • Page 42: Securing Your Computer

    Refer to the “Right-side View” on page 5 for the location of the security keyhole. Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. Lenovo makes no comments, judgements, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of locking devices and security features.
  • Page 43 “password”. To register your face: Click Start -> All Programs -> Lenovo VeriFace recognition to start the registration process. Click the Register button. Read the recognition guidelines and click the Next button.

  • Page 44: Using Passwords

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using Passwords Using passwords helps prevent your computer from being used by others. Once you set a password and enable it, a prompt appears on the screen each time you power on the computer. Enter your password at the prompt. The computer cannot be used unless you enter the correct password.
  • Page 45 Hard disk drive (HDD) passwords Once an HDD password is set, you need to enter it to get access to the hard disk. You can set the HDD password through Hard Disk Security Setting in the BIOS Setup Utility. Note: If you set passwords through the BIOS Setup Utility and put your computer into sleep mode by pressing Fn + F1, the following describes the behavior of the computer when you bring it out of sleep mode:...
  • Page 46 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Press the Enter key once to move to the Confirm New Password field. Retype the password you just entered to verify it. Commit your password to memory, and press the Enter key. Press F10 to exit. Select OK in the Setup Confirmation window.
  • Page 47 Note: Make sure the Password Check is set to Always if you need the password protection at power on. If password have been set, the Supervisor Password will show Installed; otherwise it will show Not Installed. To set a User Password: Only Supervisor password have been set, User password can be set.
  • Page 48 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Changing or Removing the User Password To change the password, do the following: Select Set User Password, and press the Enter key. The Set User Password window opens. Choose your user password, which can be from one to eight alphanumeric characters in any combination.
  • Page 49 Hard Disk Passwords Two types of the hard disk passwords help protect the information stored on the hard disk: Hard disk master password Hard disk user password, which requires a hard disk master password You need to set a master password and a user password both as the Hard Disk Password.
  • Page 50 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Press the Enter key once to move to the Confirm New Hard Disk Master Password field. Retype the password you just entered to verify it. Choose an HDD user password, which can be from one to eight alphanumeric characters in any combination.
  • Page 51 Note: Remove the HDD user password will disable your hard disk password protection. To change the HDD master password, select Change HDD Master Password and enter correct password in the Enter CURRENT Password then enter the new password in the Enter New Password field, and retype it to verify it in the Confirm New Password field.

  • Page 52: Using Battery And Ac Adapter

    Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using battery and AC adapter When you need to use your computer away from electrical outlets, you depend on battery power to keep your computer running. Different computer components consume power at different rates. The more you use the power-intensive components, the faster you consume battery power.

  • Page 53: Using The Ac Adapter

    Under System icons, select the Power check box. The rate at which you use battery power determines how long you can use the battery of your computer between charges. As each computer user has different habits and needs, it is difficult to predict how long a battery charge will last.
  • Page 54 Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Connect the power cord to the transformer pack. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer. You can check the status of your battery at any time by looking at the battery meter at the bottom of your display.

  • Page 55: Charging The Battery

    Attempting to do so can cause an explosion, or liquid leakage from the battery pack. A battery pack other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is not covered by the warranty. Chapter 2. Using Your Computer...
  • Page 56 The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. Keep the battery pack away from fire. Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain.

  • Page 57: Chapter 3. Using External Devices

    Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with three Universal Serial Bus compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as a keyboard, mouse, camera, hard disk drive, printer, scanner, and optical drive.
  • Page 58 Chapter 3. Using external devices Attention: When using high power consumption USB device, use external device power adapter. Otherwise the system will be shut down, device will not be detected, etcetera.

  • Page 59: Connecting An Ieee 1394 Device

    Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an IEEE 1394 device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with one IEEE 1394 connector used for connecting devices that are compatible with the IEEE 1394 interface, such as digital video cameras and external hard disk drives.

  • Page 60: Connecting A Pc Card Device

    Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a PC card device Your computer comes with one PCI Express card (new card) slot used for connecting PC card devices that are compatible with the PCI Express card (new card) interface. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...

  • Page 61: Inserting A Pci Express Card

    Inserting a PCI Express card Gently slide the PCI Express card with the front label facing upward. Slide until it clicks into place. Removing a PCI Express card Push the PCI Express card until you hear a click. Gently pull the PCI Express card out of the PCI Express card slot. Chapter 3.

  • Page 62: Connecting An External Display

    Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an external display You can connect an external display to your computer, such as VGA monitor. Connecting a VGA monitor You can connect a VGA monitor by using a VGA port. To connect a VGA monitor, plug the display cable to VGA port on your computer.

  • Page 63: Connecting A Headphone And Audio Device

    Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a headphone and audio device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with one headphone/SPDIF jack used for connecting headphones, speakers, and audio devices that are compatible with the SPDIF interface.
  • Page 64 Chapter 3. Using external devices Switch between headphone and SPDIF Right-click the Sound icon at the bottom-right corner of the task bar and select Playback Devices from the pull down menu. -or- Right-click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon at the bottom-right corner of the task bar and select Sound Manager from the pull down menu.

  • Page 65: Connecting An External Microphone

    Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an external microphone - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with one external microphone jack used for connecting external microphone.

  • Page 66: Connecting A Bluetooth Device

    Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a Bluetooth device Your computer can connect to and transfer data wirelessly to Bluetooth devices, such as computers, PDAs, and cell phones. Enabling Bluetooth communications Slide the Wireless device switch latch to the right. Press Fn + F5.

  • Page 67: Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

    This section lists frequently asked questions and tells where you can find detailed answers. For details about each publication included in the package with your computer, see “Lenovo IdeaPad U110 Setup Poster”. What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer? See the separate Safety and Warranty Guide for detailed information about safety.
  • Page 68 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs? Your computer did not come with a recovery disc. For an explanation of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see OneKey Recovery User Guide. How can I contact the Customer Support Center? See “Chapter 5.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you do not find your problem here, see Chapter 2. The following section only describes problems that might prevent you from accessing the comprehensive information in Chapter 2. Display Problems When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen and the computer does not beep while starting up.
  • Page 70 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen, but I hear two or more beeps. Make sure that the memory card is installed correctly. If it is, but the screen is still blank, and you hear five beeps, have the computer serviced.

  • Page 71: A Password Problem

    A Password Problem I forgot my password. If you forgot your user password, you must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the password canceled. If you forgot your HDD password, Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk.
  • Page 72 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Sleep or Hibernation Problems The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. If the processor overheats, the computer automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to protect the processor and other internal components. Check the settings for sleep mode. The computer enters sleep mode (the sleep indicator turns on) immediately after Power-on self-test (POST).

  • Page 73: Computer Screen Problems

    The computer does not return from sleep mode, or the sleep indicator stays on and the computer does not work. If the computer does not return from sleep mode, it may have entered sleep or hibernation mode automatically because the battery is depleted. Check the sleep indicator.
  • Page 74 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting If you still have the problem, do the Solution in the following problem “The screen is unreadable or distorted.” The screen is unreadable or distorted. Make sure that: The display device driver is installed correctly. The screen resolution and color quality are correctly set. The monitor type is correct.
  • Page 75 6. Click the Properties button. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, enter the password or provide confirmation. Check the “Device status” box and make sure the device is working properly. If not, click the Troubleshoot button. 7.

  • Page 76: Sound Problems

    Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Do either of the following: If you are using 32-bit color mode, change the color depth to 16-bit mode. If you are using a desktop size of 1366 desktop size and the color depth. Sound Problems No sound can be heard from the speaker even when the volume is turned up.

  • Page 77: Battery Problems

    Battery Problems The battery cannot be fully charged by the power-off method in the standard charge time for your computer. For details, See “Checking Battery Status” in Chapter 2. Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty. -or- Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty.

  • Page 78: A Startup Problem

    Chapter 4. Troubleshooting A Hard Disk Drive Problem The hard disk drive does not work. In the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot Sequence correctly. A Startup Problem ®...
  • Page 79 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting The computer does not start from a device you want. See the Boot menu of the BIOS Setup Utility. Make sure that the startup sequence in the BIOS Setup Utility is set so that the computer starts from the device you want.

  • Page 80: Chapter 5. Getting Help And Service

    Getting Help and Service If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more information about Lenovo computers, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional information about Lenovo computers, what to do if you experience a problem with your computer, and whom to call for service should it be necessary.

  • Page 81: Getting Help On The Web

    Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 82 Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that apply to your hardware. The following items are not covered: Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or non warranted parts Identification of software problem sources...
  • Page 83 Customer Support Center telephone numbers and hours of operation, visit the Support Web site at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. If the number for your country or region is not listed, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service...

  • Page 84: Getting Help Around The World

    Getting Help around the World If you travel with your computer or relocate it to a country where your Lenovo machine type is sold, your computer might be eligible for International Warranty Service, which automatically entitles you to obtain warranty service throughout the warranty period. Service will be performed by service providers authorized to perform warranty service.

  • Page 85: Chapter 6. Safety, Use, And Care Information

    Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Caring Your Computer Though your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to use common sense in handling it. By following these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer.
  • Page 86 Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to prevent the risk of suffocation from plastic bags. Keep your computer away from magnets, activated cellular phones, electrical appliances, or speakers (within 13 cm or 5 in). Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperatures (below 5°C/ 41°F or above 35°C/95°F).

  • Page 87: Carry Your Computer Properly

    Be Gentle with Your Computer Avoid placing any objects (including paper) between the display and the keyboard or under the keyboard. Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push, or place heavy objects on your computer, display, or external devices. Carry Your Computer Properly Before moving your computer, be sure to remove any media, turn off attached devices, and disconnect cords and cables.

  • Page 88: Other Important Tips

    Take Care in Setting Passwords Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it, and you might have to replace your system board or hard disk drive. Other Important Tips Your computer might have both an Ethernet connector and a modem connector.
  • Page 89 Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Register your Lenovo products with Lenovo (refer to the Web page: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com). This can help authorities return your computer to you if it is lost or stolen. Registering your computer also enables Lenovo to notify you about possible technical information and upgrades.

  • Page 90: Cleaning Your Computer Keyboard

    Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Cleaning the Cover of Your Computer Occasionally clean your computer as follows: Prepare a mixture of a gentle kitchen-use detergent (one that does not contain abrasive powder or strong chemicals such as acid or alkaline). Use 5 parts water to 1 part detergent.

  • Page 91: Cleaning Your Computer Display

    Allow to dry. To remove any crumbs and dust from beneath the keys, you can use a camera blower with a brush or cool air from a hair drier. Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly on the display or the keyboard. Cleaning Your Computer Display Gently wipe the display with a dry, soft lint-free cloth.

  • Page 92: Accessibility And Comfort

    By keeping these considerations in mind, you can improve performance and achieve greater comfort. Lenovo is committed to providing the latest information and technology to our customers with disabilities.
  • Page 93 Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information General Posture: Below are some general recommendations for assuming a healthy working posture. It is best to periodically make minor modifications in your working posture to deter the onset of discomfort caused by long periods of working in the same position. Frequent, short breaks from your work will also help to prevent any minor discomfort associated with your working posture.
  • Page 94 Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Chair: Use a chair that gives you good back support and seat height adjustment. Use chair adjustments to best suit your desired posture. Arm and Hand Position: If available, utilize chair arm rests or an area on your working surface to provide weight support for your arms.

  • Page 95: Maintenance

    Questions about Vision? Your computer’s visual display screen is designed to meet the highest standards and to provide you with clear, crisp images and large, bright displays that are easy to see, yet easy on the eyes. Of course, any concentrated and sustained visual activity can be tiring.
  • Page 96 At least once a week, make a point to back up your data. If critical data is present, it is a good idea to perform a daily backup. Lenovo has many backup options available for your computer. CD-RW drives and CD- RW/DVD drives are available for most computers and are easily installed.
  • Page 97 Profile your machine at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com to keep up to date with current drivers and revisions. Keep up to date on device drivers on other non-Lenovo hardware. You might want to read the device driver information release notes prior to updating for compatibility or known issues.
  • Page 98 Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Device drivers are programs that contain instructions for the operating system about how to operate or “drive” a certain piece of hardware. Each hardware component on your computer has its own specific driver. If you add a new component, the operating system needs to be instructed on how to operate that piece of hardware.

  • Page 99: Appendix A. Warranty Information

    Appendix A. Warranty Information This Appendix provides information regarding the warranty period and type of warranty service applicable to your Lenovo hardware product in your country or region. For the terms and conditions of the Statement of Limited Warranty that applies to your computer, see Chapter 3, Warranty Information in the Safety and Warranty Guide included with your computer.
  • Page 100 A warranty period of 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor means that Lenovo provides warranty service without charge for: a. parts and labor during the first year of the warranty period (or a longer period as required by law);...

  • Page 101: Types Of Warranty Service

    Most CRUs are easy to install whereas others may require some technical skill and tools. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You may request that a Service Provider install some CRUs under one of the other types of warranty service designated for your product.

  • Page 102: Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers

    Service Provider disposing of the product as it sees fit. For Mail-in Service, the product will be returned to you at Lenovo’s expense, unless your Service Provider specifies otherwise. Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers...
  • Page 103 New Zealand Russia Toll free Alternate No. Additionally, you can find support information, and updates, including service phone numbers for unlisted countries on the Lenovo Web site located at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Appendix A. Warranty Information 800 6012 047 1800 18 2388...

  • Page 104: Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (Crus)

    Customers are responsible for replacing all external CRUs. Internal CRUs can be removed and installed by customers or by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Your computer contains the following types of external CRUs: External CRUs (pluggable): These CRUs unplug from the computer.

  • Page 105: Appendix C. Features And Specifications

    Appendix C. Features and Specifications Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Processor Memory Storage device...
  • Page 106 Appendix C. Features and Specifications Interface ExpressCard slot External Optical drive Wireless features Camera Digital media reader VGA connector Stereo Headphone/SPDIF jack Microphone jack 3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors RJ-45 Ethernet connector IEEE 1394 connector 34 mm ExpressCard (new card) CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD ROM, CD- RW/DVD, or DVD-RW/DVD-ROM depending on the model.

  • Page 107: Specifications

    Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Size Width: approximate 275 mm Depth: approximate 196 mm...
  • Page 108 Appendix C. Features and Specifications Power source Input rating of the AC adapter: 90-264 V ac, 47 to 63 Hz 65 W (AC adapter) Battery Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack pack – Nominal voltage: 14.4 V dc (4 cells); 14.4 V/10.8V dc –...

  • Page 109: Appendix D. Notices

    Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used.
  • Page 110 Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

  • Page 111: Export Classification Notice

    Appendix D. Notices extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. The software interface and hardware configuration described in all the manuals included with your computer may not match the actual configuration of the computer you purchased.

  • Page 112: Wireless Related Information

    Appendix D. Notices Wireless related information Wireless Interoperability Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card is designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), Complementary Code Keying (CCK), and/or Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) radio technology, and is compliant to: The IEEE 802.11a/b/g Standard on Wireless LANs, as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

  • Page 113: Usage Environment And Your Health

    Due to the fact that Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card and Bluetooth Daughter Card operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes the integrated wireless cards are safe for use by consumers. These standards and...

  • Page 114: Electronic Emissions Notices

    Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card or Bluetooth Daughter Card prior to turning on the computer. Electronic Emissions Notices The following information refers to Lenovo IdeaPad U110, machine type 2304, 11306. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 115 Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from Lenovo authorized dealers. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables or connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 116: Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement

    This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. Lenovo cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-Lenovo option cards.

  • Page 117: Japanese Vcci Class B Statement

    TV communications and to other electrical or electronic equipment. Such cables and connectors are available from Lenovo authorized dealers. Lenovo cannot accept responsibility for any interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors. Japanese VCCI Class B Statement...

  • Page 118: Weee And Recycling Statements

    General Recycling Statement Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products. Information on product recycling offerings can be found on Lenovo’s Internet site at...

  • Page 119: Eu Weee Statements

    WEEE and minimize any potential effects of EEE on the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances. For additional WEEE information go to: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.

  • Page 120: Japan Recycling Statements

    Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources.

  • Page 121: Disposing Of A Lenovo Computer Components

    You also can refer to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery If you use a Lenovo notebook computer at home and need to dispose of a battery pack, you must comply with local ordinances and regulations. You also can refer to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery...

  • Page 122: Notice For Users In The U.s.a

    Appendix D. Notices Notice for Users in the U.S.A. California Perchlorate Information: Products containing CR (manganese dioxide) lithium coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate. Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Notice on Deleting Data from Your Hard Disk As computers spread into every corner of life, they process more and more information.

  • Page 123: Trademarks

    Lenovo, lenovo logo, IdeaPad, VeriFace, OneKey Recovery, OneKey Antivirus, OneKey Rescue, APS, Power express, Energy management and ReadyComm are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Lenovo in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and MSN are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

  • Page 124: Index

    Index AC adapter ... 4 Jack ... 41 Using Battery ... 44 Charging Bluetooth ... 55 Connecting ... 101 Interoperability ... 15 Switch ... 102 Usage Environment ... 15, 26 Camera ... 74 Caring Your Computer Cleaning ... 79 Computer Cover ...
  • Page 125 Hard Disk Drive ...67 Problems ...52 Headphone/SPDIF jack Help Customer Support Center ...69 Help and Service ...70 on the Web Hibernation Mode Problems ...48 IEEE 1394 connector ...18 Indicators ...2 Integrated camera ...28 Internet ...2 Keyboard ...79 Cleaning ...60 Problems ...13 Using Maintenance...
  • Page 126 Index Password ... 60 Problems ... 33 Using PCI Express card (new card) slot ... 2 Power button Problems ... 66 Battery ... 62 Computer Screen ... 58 Display ... 67 Hard Disk Drive ... 61 Hibernation Mode ... 60 Keyboard ...
  • Page 127 ...32 VeriFace ...4, 51 VGA port ...15 Volume button ...88 Warranty Information ...70 Help ...4 Wireless device switch Wireless LAN ...1 Antennas ...30 Connecting ...101 Interoperability ...15 Switches ...102 Usage Environment Index...
  • Page 129 New World. New Thinking. www.lenovo.com P/N: 147001745...

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