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Machine type: 10097/2566 [B340] 10099/2568 [B540] 10101/3363 [B540p] 10098/2567 [B345] 10100/4749 [B545] Lenovo IdeaCentre B3/B5 Series User Guide Version 2.0 2012.08 31502494 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 2
manual, it is important that you read and understand all of the related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide Lenovo 2012. All rights reserved. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 3
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12 The Charms Bar 12 Shutting down the computer 12 Switching between apps 12 Closing an app 13 Opening other system programs 13 Windows Help and Support 13 Touch screen instructions 15 Touch Screen Calibration 16 User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen 16 Precautions when using - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 5
Audio Problems 41 Troubleshooting Software Problems 42 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks 43 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows 44 Windows Help and Support 44 BIOS setup utility 45 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks 46 Hardware Replacement Guide 47 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 6
the Computer Hardware This chapter contains the following topics: Ø Introduction to the computer hardware Ø Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter might be different from what you see on your computer, depending on the computer model and configuration. User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 7
Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. 12 34 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Built-in microphone area Built-in IR button Monitor On/Off Attention: The effective range of the Built-in IR Emitter is 10 feet (3m). 2 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 8
Left and right view of the computer 1 3 4 5 6 2 7 8 Optical drive TV buttons (selected models only) USB connector Headphone port Microphone port USB connector Memory card reader Power button User Guide 3 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 9
Rear view of the computer 9 8 9 7 1 2 34 5 6 Ethernet port USB 2.0 connectors USB 3.0 connectors (selected models only) HDMI-out connector HDMI-in connector (selected models (selected models only) TV tuner ports (selected models only) Power connector Air vents (do not block) 4 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 10
TV button instructions (selected models only) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Channel up Channel down Volume up Volume down TV mode menu button Signal source selection button TV power On/Off User Guide 5 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 11
rotated between 15º and 40º from the vertical. Attention: 1. The computer stand must remain installed at all times to ensure maximum system stability. 2. Make sure the angle of the computer is at least 15 degrees from the vertical; otherwise the computer will be unstable and could fall over. 6 User - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 12
antenna to view programs using the optional TV tuner card. Connects to the composite audio and video connectors on your video device. Note: If your computer is equipped with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow the installation instructions for those devices. User Guide 7 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 13
Connecting the power cord Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer. 8 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 14
Note: The buttons at the bottom of the screen are touch buttons. When you touch these, the indicator lights turn on. Hold the computer tightly when you carry it. User Guide 9 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 15
Lenovo Rescue System open. Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you'll need a contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and some hardware. IPSs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country. Your computer is designed to support - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 16
topics: Switching between the main Windows 8 interfaces The Charms Bar Shutting down the computer Switching between apps Closing an app Opening other system programs Windows Help and Support Attention: The Windows 8 operating system is provided by Microsoft Corporation. Please use it - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 17
desktop. To switch from the Start Screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the following: • Select the Windows desktop tile on the Start Screen the screen. • Press the Windows key + C. Shutting down the computer To shut down the computer: 1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, then tap Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 18
have a problem with 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 the Windows key + F1. You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer. You can - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 19
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Touch screen instructions This chapter contains the following topics: Touch Screen Calibration User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen Attentions when using the Touch Screen User Guide 15 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 21
dialogue, click "Calibrate" button. User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen The Touch screen supports single touch and rotational movements, enlargement and reduction multi-touch operations, and the user can transmit position information to the computer via touch. The touch screen uses a very - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 22
Hand Gestures 1. Single Click / Double Click For the item selected on the touch screen, with one finger touch it one or two times, to perform a single click or double click operation. This is similar to the . This is similar to the action performed by clicking the mouse right button. User Guide 17 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 23
make a dragging movement. This is similar to the click and drag movement you can make with a mouse. 4. Rolling Movement When you move your finger one time vertically (or horizontally) on the touch screen, this is called a Rolling Operation. For example: This operation is similar to moving the scroll - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 24
picture which is being displayed in Windows Photo Viewer. Note: To learn more about how to use the touch screen, refer to Windows Help and Support by press Windows key + F1 or Select Settings charm, then select Help. User - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 25
double-click on the lower right corner of the icon to test this. Note: Users can access more help information from the Windows Help and Support menu. 20 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 26
frame when you are touching the screen. 4. Turn the computer off for safety before cleaning the screen and frame with Note: The touch screen will not affect other computer processes when used normally. 6. Recognition of manual and also the related Windows help content to learn accurate hand gestures - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 27
7. The touch screen does not function in Rescue System mode. 8. The touch screen also does not function during the startup process, in Hibernate mode and in Sleep mode or Safe mode. 22 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 28
Using the Onekey TV (selected models only) This chapter contains the following topics: Ø Guide to the remote control Ø Onekey TV Instructions (ASTC model) Ø Onekey TV Instructions (DVB-T model) Ø Onekey TV Instructions (ATV model) User Guide 23 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 29
To turn on the Onekey TV Press the power button on the side of the computer or remote control to turn on the TV. To turn on the computer Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer. 24 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 30
Guide to the remote control (selected models only) Notes: 1. The remote control can only turn on the Onekey TV, it cannot turn on the computer. 2. Use the remote control within 23 feet of the TV. 3. The color and shape may vary depending on the model. User Guide 25 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 31
TV sound off. Change channels. Freeze the screen. C.C. : Control the caption decoder. (ATSC) SUB : Display digital subtitles. (DVB-T) Not available on ATV models. 26 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 32
. Note: These buttons are usable with TV Tuner cards installed and in countries that support Teletext functions only. Press to reveal hidden words e.g. quiz page answers. Press again to hide. Electronic Programme Guide. Not available on ATV models. Change the screen size mode. Change the video - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 33
(ASTC model) (selected models only) Notes: 1. The interface and functions shown in the instructions below are for reference only. 2. The touch function cannot be used in Onekey TV mode. 3. You Language settings Press the MENU button on the remote control, then select Setup → Language. 28 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 34
the recording function. Once it is turned off, use Windows Media Center or the Total Media software in PC mode to record TV programs. User Guide 29 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 35
(DVB-T model) (selected models only) Notes: 1. The interface and functions shown in the instructions below are for reference only. 2. The touch function cannot be used in Onekey TV mode. 3. You must : If a channel is locked using the Child Lock function, press the button to unlock it. 30 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 36
-picture. Note: When in PIP mode, press the button on the remote control to alternate the video between the main picture and sub-picture. User Guide 31 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 37
recording function. Once it is turned off, use Windows Media Center or the Total Media software in PC mode to record TV programs. 32 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 38
(selected models only) Notes: 1. The interface and functions shown in the instructions below are for reference only. 2. The touch function cannot be used in Onekey the MENU button on the remote control, then select Setup → Manual Scan to scan for channels and store them in the TV automatically. User - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 39
recording function. Once it is turned off, use Windows Media Center or the Total Media software in PC mode to record TV programs. 34 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 40
: Using OneKey Recovery will result in loss of data. • You can restore the C: drive of the computer to factory default settings or to the last system backup status using OneKey Recovery. If you do this, system on the C: partition. Otherwise, the OneKey Recovery system cannot run. User Guide 35 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 41
instructions: From the Search charm, select Apps → Control Panel → Administrative Tools → Computer Management → Disk Management, you can see the service in the service partition. If the service partition is deleted or damaged by someone other than authorized Lenovo service personnel, Lenovo will not - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 42
the Lenovo drivers and applications. Click OK to start installing the Lenovo Drivers and completed. Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Lenovo Rescue System icon on manually by following the prompts. Notes: 1. Do not install software which is already installed on the computer - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 43
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and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following topic: Ø Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution Note: The description of the TV tuner card in this manual is only applicable to machines which have the TV tuner card. It does not apply to machines that do not have a TV tuner card - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 45
or no image is displayed on the monitor. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: Check that the LCD screen has been turned on; If not, press the LCD On/Off button to turn on the LCD. If still cannot solve the problem, contact Lenovo Customer Service. Problem: You need to change the display property - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 46
away from the computer. 3. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo Service. Troubleshooting Touch screen Problem: The touch screen reacts, but not where you are touching it. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: Touch Screen that the volume is turned up and the sound is not muted. User Guide 41 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 47
Troubleshooting Software Problems Problem: You are unable to exit a running program normally. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Open the Task Manager window by pressing Ctrl, Alt and Delete at the same time. 2. Select the problem program, then click the End Task button. Problem: You need to - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 48
is unable to read a CD/DVD. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Check to determine if there is an optical drive icon in the resource manager of the operating system. If not, restart your computer. If there is still no icon, contact Lenovo Service. Otherwise, continue with the next step of - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 49
Windows Record the following information as it may be useful later when troubleshooting system problems: 1. The drivers for this computer model only support the Windows 8 system. 2. When you use the Windows Media Center to watch TV, be particularly attentive to the following: • In the - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 50
based software. It communicates basic computer information and provides options for Shut down the computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F1 key after turning on the computer, then select support on the boot menu. When do I need to change the boot mode? The default boot mode for your computer - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 51
computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. Clean your computer instructions included with the product. The following are general methods for cleaning the components: • You can use a soft cloth to remove dust on the surface of the computer , shut down the computer and scrub it gently - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 52
Hardware Replacement Guide This chapter contains the following topics: Ø Removing the computer cover Ø Installing a wall mount bracket adapter Ø Installing a B-CAS card Ø Replacing a memory module Ø Replacing the optical drive Ø Replacing the hard disk drive Ø Replacing the keyboard and - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 53
service personnel should refer to the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for parts ordering information. This guide Guide that was included with your computer. If you no longer have this copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, you can obtain one online from the Support Web site at http://support.lenovo - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 54
• Troubleshooting information • Parts information • Links to other useful sources of information To access this information, go to: http://support.lenovo.com Tools required To disassemble the computer, you their corresponding components to avoid a mismatch when replacing the components. User Guide 49 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 55
computer components. When you are replacing a part, do not open the anti-static package containing the new part until the defective part has been removed from the computer and you are ready to install the new part. When you handle parts and other computer computer computer computer the computer - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 56
or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the Support Web site at: http://support.lenovo.com Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo. General information Pre-disassembly instructions Before proceeding with the - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 57
Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen from scratching or other damage. * VESA wall mount spec: VESA100, 100mm x 100mm, M4 bolts. 52 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 58
1. Push the stand lock upward to unlock it and then slide the stand out. 1 2 3 2. Align the VESA wall mount with the mounting holes on the computer, and then secure it to the computer with the 4 screws. User Guide 53 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 59
, a B-CAS card will need to be installed on to the computer. Follow the steps below to install the B-CAS card. Notes: Before and signal cables from the computer. • Place the system on a flat, stable surface. 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Insert the B- - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 60
down before removing the cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect module in place. 7. Align then slide the computer cover back into position. User Guide 55 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 61
helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". 5. Push down the pin that locks the optical disk drive to the chassis then use the screwdriver push the disk out. 1 2 56 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 62
head screwdriver to press and push out the pins that secure the cover to the disk. 9. Separate the cover from the defective optical drive. User Guide 57 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 63
onto the chassis. 12. Slide the computer cover back into position. Replacing the hard disk drive Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to : It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 64
new hard disk drive with the bracket and secure it with the pins. 5. Slide the hard disk drive and bracket back into position. 6. Slide the computer cover back into position. User Guide 59 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 65
information" in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the Support Web site at: http://support.lenovo.com To replace the keyboard: 1. Remove - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 66
safety information" in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the Support Web site at: http://support.lenovo.com To replace the power cord - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 67
exactly the actual configuration of the computer that you purchase.You are welcome to contact us about the manuals included with your computer. For the latest information or any questions or comments, contact or visit the Lenovo Web site: Service Web site: http://support.lenovo.com 62 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 68
Devices, Inc. Other company, product, or service names referred to herein or in other Lenovo publications may be trademarks or service marks of others. All rights reserved. Names or marks of certain companies mentioned in the manuals included with your computer or this document do not necessarily - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 69
. Lenovo is computers at the time of manufacture. For more information about ENERGY STAR ratings for Lenovo computers, go to http://www.lenovo Lenovo has preset the following power-management features to take effect when your computer After 10 minutes • Put the computer to sleep: After 25 minutes • - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 70
Support information system. Enabling ErP compliance mode You can enable the energy-related products directive (ErP) compliance mode through the Power menu in the Setup Utility program. This mode reduces electricity consumption when your computer computer by pressing the power switch. User Guide 65 - Lenovo IdeaCentre B545 | User Guide - Page 71
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Version 2.0
Machine type: 10097/2566 [B340]
10099/2568 [B540]
10101/3363 [B540p]
10098/2567 [B345]
10100/4749 [B545]
2012.08
Lenovo
IdeaCentre B3/B5 Series
User Guide
31502494