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Lenovo IdeaPad S100 User Guide V1.0 Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
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Note • Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • 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.
Using AC adapter and battery ...9 Using the touchpad...11 Using function keys ...12 Connecting external devices...13 System status indicators...17 Using Lenovo Quick Start...19 Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet... 21 Wired connections...21 Wireless connections...22 Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue system... 25 OneKey Rescue system ...25...
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When the computer is powered off, press this button to start Lenovo Quick Start. When the computer is powered off, press this button to start Lenovo OneKey Rescue system. Press this button to turn on the computer. For details, see “System status indicators” on page 17.
Chapter 2. Learning the basics 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.
If you are not going to use the computer for an extended period of time, or if you need to send your computer to Lenovo for service, etc. remove the battery pack from the computer. Before removing the battery pack, make sure the computer has been shut down.
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To avoid possible injury and detriment to the environment, pay attention to the following points: • 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.
Using the touchpad Touchpad Left-/Right-click area Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad using Fn + F6. When the touchpad indicator is lit, the touchpad is disabled. Chapter 2. Learning the basics - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip on the touchpad in the direction in which you want the cursor to move.
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using function keys Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn function keys The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + Esc: Fn + F1: Fn + F2:...
Fn + Delete: Fn + PgUp Fn + PgDn Fn + ↑ / ↓: Fn + → / ←: Connecting external devices Your computer has a wide range of built-in features and connection capabilities. Using memory cards (not supplied) A memory card is a data storage device used for storing digital information that is commonly used in many electronic devices.
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics 2 Gently slide the memory card into the card slot until it reaches the end. Note: Insert only one card at a time into the slot. Removing a memory card After reading data from and/or writing data to the memory card, you can remove it from your computer.
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driver is installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device without performing any additional steps. 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.
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics 2 Enable Bluetooth communication on your computer. 3 On your computer, go to Control Panel and click Add a device. The device you want to connect to should appear on the device list. Click the device and then click Next.
System status indicators The system status indicators show the current computer status. The following diagram shows the location of the indicators and the table lists their statuses and meanings. Symbol Indicator Power Chapter 2. Learning the basics - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Indicator status On (solid...
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics Note: Do not power off the computer or put the computer into sleep (hibernation) mode when the device access indicator is blinking. Battery On (solid white) Solid amber Fast blinking amber Slow blinking amber Slow blinking white Device...
Web browsing, instant messaging and other entertainment functions without entering the traditional operating system. Note: If Lenovo Quick Start is not installed, a prompt will appear on the screen when you start it. Starting Lenovo Quick Start To start Lenovo Quick Start: 1 Power off the computer.
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as sending and receiving e-mail information searching, elec- tronic commerce, Web browsing and entertainment. You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways: Wired connections: use physical wiring to connect.
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator for details on how to configure your computer. Wireless connections Your computer comes with a built-in wireless network card. This allows you to connect to the Internet wirelessly through a wireless network. Note: A wireless network is a computer network which uses wireless routers as access points.
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1 Make sure the wireless network card is enabled and the computer is placed within the coverage range of the wireless network. 2 Go to Control Panel on your computer and click Network and Sharing Center; click Connect to a network to display all wireless networks within range.
OneKey Rescue system Introduction The Lenovo OneKey Rescue system is an easy-to-use application that can be used to back up the data on your system partition (C drive) for easy restore when required. You can run Lenovo OneKey Recovery under the Windows operating system, and the OneKey Rescue system without starting the Windows operating system.
OneKey Rescue system button. Creating a recovery disc(s) Your computer does not ship with a recovery disc. You can use Lenovo OneKey Recovery system to create a recovery disc(s), which can be used to start and restore your computer in case of a system failure.
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• On the main screen, click Create Recovery Disc. • Choose the type of recovery disc(s). You can create three types of recovery disc(s): recovery disc(s) with existing backup image, recovery disc(s) from the current system partition, and factory default recovery disc(s). Select the type of recovery disc you want to create and follow the on-screen instructions.
By default, you can find some installation backups for certain preinstalled software in the APP folder under the D driver. How can I contact the customer support center? See " Chapter 3. Getting help and service" of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. Where can I find warranty information?
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A compatible device driver is a requirement to ensure correct operation and performance of each component in your computer. If your computer is pre-installed with an operating system, Lenovo provides all drivers that you need in your hard disk. What can I do if the backup process fails?
Troubleshooting If you do not find your problem here, see Chapter 2. The following section only describes problems that might negate the need to refer to the more comprehensive information in Chapter 2. Display problems When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen.
If you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service.
Computer screen problems The screen is blank. The screen is unreadable or distorted. Incorrect characters appear on the screen. Sound problems No sound can be heard from the speaker even when the vol- ume is turned up. Battery problems Your computer shuts down before the battery status indica- tor shows empty.
Boot priority order list. • Press F12 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is starting up to select the device you want the computer starts from.
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