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- Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 1
Lenovo Flex 2-14/Flex 2-14D Flex 2-15/Flex 2-15D User Guide Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer. - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 2
this user guide. • The illustrations used in this manual are from Lenovo Flex 2-14 unless otherwise stated. • The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the actual product. Regulatory Notice • For details, refer to Guides & Manuals at http://support.lenovo - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 3
LAN 28 Help and support ...29 Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system 30 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting 32 Frequently asked questions 32 Troubleshooting ...35 Appendix. CRU (Customer Replaceable Units) instructions 39 Replacing the keyboard 39 Removing the optical drive (Flex 2-15/2-15D only 42 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 4
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view Flex 2-14/Flex 2-14D b ab c d e 1 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 6
Flex 2-15/Flex 2-15D b ab c d f e Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are invisible from outside. Attention: • Do not open the display panel beyond 300 degrees. When closing the display panel, be careful not to leave pens or any other objects in between the display panel and the keyboard - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 7
. Touch pad buttons: The functions of the left/right side correspond to those of the left/right mouse button on a conventional mouse. Note: You can enable or disable the Touch pad and the Touch pad buttons by pressing . f Numeric keypad (Flex 2-15/Flex 2-15D) For details, see "Using the keyboard - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 8
Your computer has number keys and function keys and may also have a numeric keypad (Flex 2-15/Flex 2-15D only) incorporated into its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad Flex 2-15/Flex 2-15D The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 9
Increases the volume level. : Closes the currently active window. : Refreshes the desktop or the currently active window. Enables/disables the : touch pad and the touch pad buttons. : Enables/disables airplane mode. : Switches the active program. : Turns on/off the backlight of the display - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 10
Chapter 1. Getting to know 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 Fn a ; then press one of the function keys b . Flex 2-14/Flex 2-14D a b Flex 2-15/Flex 2-15D b b a b 6 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 11
function. Fn + End: Activate the break function. Fn + PgUp: Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn + PgDn (Flex 2-14/ Flex 2-14D): Activate the insert function. Fn + PgDn (Flex 2-15/ Flex 2-15D): Activate the system request. Fn + Space (on select models): Turn on/off the keyboard backlight. 7 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 12
to know your computer Positioning the display panel Notebook Mode Suitable for tasks that require a keyboard and mouse (such as creating documents, writing e-mails, and so on). Stand Mode (Theater Mode) Suitable for tasks that require little or no touch (such as viewing photos or playing videos - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 13
to know your computer Left-side view Flex 2-14/Flex 2-14D a b c d e fg a supported if third-party headphones or headsets are connected, due to different industry standards. g Novo button When the computer is off, press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system or the BIOS - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 14
being removed without your permission. For details on installing the security lock, please refer to the instructions shipped support conventional microphones. • The recording function may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are connected, due to different industry standards. 10 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 15
particular USB port on your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver is installed, you can disconnect and Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area of the Windows desktop screen to remove the device before disconnecting - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 16
of the network cable to press the RJ-45 cover down gently a . 2 Insert the connector into the RJ-45 port b . a b Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer. 12 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 17
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-side view Flex 2-14/Flex 2-14D a bc de a Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here. For details, see "Using memory cards (not supplied)" on page 17. 13 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 18
Power status indicator d USB ports e Kensington slot 14 Press this button to turn on the computer. Indicator Charge status Status Meaning On (solid Discharging The battery has more than 20% white) charge. Solid amber Discharging The battery has between 5% and 20% charge. Fast blinking - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 19
1. Getting to know your computer Flex 2-15/Flex 2-15D ab c d ef a Novo button When the computer is off, press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu. Note: For details, see "Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system" on page - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 20
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer e Power button f Battery status indicator Indicator Power status indicator Battery status indicator Press this button to turn on the computer. Indicator Charge status Status Meaning On (solid - white) The computer is powered on. Blinking - The - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 21
Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory card: • Secure Digital (SD) card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) Attention: • Insert only one card in the slot at a time. • This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.). Inserting a memory - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 22
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view Flex 2-14/Flex 2-14D a b 18 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 23
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Flex 2-15/Flex 2-15D a b a Ventilation slots Allow air to enter the computer for cooling. b Speakers Provide audio output. 19 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 24
the Windows key . • Move the cursor to the lower-left corner, and then tap or click the Start button. To switch different apps, do the following: 1 Swipe right from the left-hand side of the screen, then - without lifting your finger - swipe back left. Note: If you are using a mouse or the touch pad - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 25
or lower-right corner until the charms bar is displayed. • Use one finger to swipe in from the right edge of the screen until the charms bar is displayed. • Press Windows key + C. Search charm The Search charm is a powerful new way to find what you are looking for, including settings, files, Web - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 26
Windows 8.1 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 you can get to the Control Panel through the Settings charm when using the desktop - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 27
Starting to use Windows 8.1 Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down When you have finished working with your computer, hard disk drive is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data. To wake the computer, do one of the following: • Press any key on the keyboard. (Notebook - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 28
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Touch screen operation The display panel can accept inputs like a tablet, using the multi-touch screen, or like a traditional notebook computer, using the keyboard and touch pad. Multi-touch gestures You can touch the screen with one or more fingertips to - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 29
two fingers together or apart while touching the screen. Tasks performed Zooms in and out on visual apps, such as pictures and maps. Can also jump to the beginning or end of a list. Rotate Place two or more fingers on an item and then turn your hand. Turns an object. (Note: Not all items - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 30
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 (continued) Frequently used gestures Swipe Start from any edge of the screen, then swipe inwards toward the center. Tasks performed Swiping down from the top edge or up from the bottom edge displays a task bar on the bottom of the screen with app commands, - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 31
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 (continued) Frequently used gestures Tasks performed Swiping in from the left edge finger, push that app quickly back off the left edge of the screen. This displays a list of the apps currently running in the background. Swiping in from the right edge of - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 32
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Connecting to wireless LAN Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless functions, do one of the following . To connect to one of those networks, ask the network administrator or the Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the security key or passphrase. 28 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 33
any problems using the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. To open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following: • Select the Settings charm, then select Help. • Press F1 or Fn + F1 (depending on your keyboard layout). You can read the Windows Help and Support file - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 34
an external storage device. • Remove the removable hard disk drive before starting the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. Otherwise, data from the removable hard disk drive might be lost. • The back-up process may take a while. • The back-up process is only available when Windows can be started normally - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 35
Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system If Windows cannot be started, follow the steps below to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system: 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Press the Novo button. From the Novo button menu, select System recovery and press Enter. 31 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 36
it from the Lenovo consumer support Web site. Where can I find drivers for the various hardware devices of my computer? If your computer is preinstalled with a Windows operating system, Lenovo provides drivers for the hardware devices that you need on the C or D partition of your hard disk. You can - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 37
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Lenovo OneKey Recovery system Where are the recovery discs? Your computer did not come with recovery discs. Use the Lenovo OneKey boot devices, security, hardware mode, and other preferences. How can I start the BIOS setup utility? To start the BIOS setup utility, do one - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 38
, you must change the boot mode to Legacy Support. The legacy Windows operating system cannot be installed if you don't change the boot mode. Getting help How can I contact the customer support center? See "Chapter 3. Getting help and service" of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. 34 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 39
remains blank, have the computer serviced. When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on a blank screen. • Restore backed-up files to your Windows environment or the entire contents of your hard disk to its original factory contents using the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. If you - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 40
a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. Sleep problems The critical low-battery error message appears, and the computer immediately turns off. • The battery power - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 41
problem persists, replace with a new battery pack. The computer does not • The surge protector in the battery might be active. operate with a fully charged Turn off the computer for one minute to reset the battery. protector; then turn on the computer again. A hard disk drive problem The hard - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 42
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. • To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the battery pack and the AC power adapter. • Your computer might lock when it enters sleep - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 43
Appendix. CRU (Customer Replaceable Units) instructions Note: The illustrations used in this appendix are from the Lenovo Fllex 2 -14, unless otherwise stated. Replacing the keyboard To replace the keyboard, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer, then disconnect the AC power adapter and all - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 44
Appendix. CRU (Customer Replaceable Units) instructions 4 Turn the computer over and open the display, lift the keyboard in the direction shown by arrow b . b 5 Remove the keyboard from the keyboard bezel and turn the keyboard over. 40 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 45
Appendix. CRU (Customer Replaceable Units) instructions 6 Pull the keyboard connector slot cover upward as shown by arrow c , detach the keyboard cable from the keyboard connector in the direction shown by arrow d. Note: A shown in the figure is only applicable to the models with keyboard backlight. - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 46
Customer Replaceable Units) instructions Removing the optical drive (Flex 2-15/2-15D only To remove the optical drive, do the following: 1 Remove the keyboard. For details, see "Replacing the keyboard" on page 39. 2 Remove the screw shown in the illustration a . 3 Gently pull the optical drive out - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 47
or registered trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Lenovo OneKey Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Other company, products, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. 43 - Lenovo Flex 2-14 Laptop | User Guide - Lenovo Flex 2-14, 2-14D, 2-15, 2-15D - Page 48
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