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Machine type: 10053 Version 1.0 2010.4 31044392 31044392_Q150_UG_FM_EN_V1.0.indd1 1 Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide 2010.4.20 10:26:26 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 2
this 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 you data. Note: Pay attention to this important information. © Copyright Lenovo 2010. 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 1 2010.4.20 10:46:45 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 3
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Rear view 3 1.3 Computer mount instruction 4 1.4 Setting the display Troubleshooting display problems 24 5.2 Troubleshooting audio problems 25 5.3 Troubleshooting software problems 26 5.4 Troubleshooting problems with Hard Disks 27 5.5 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 5
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2 ÿ Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter may vary from your computer setup, depending on computer models and configurations. 3 4 5 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 1 User Guide 2010.4.20 10:46:47 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 7
1.1 Front view Attention: Ensure that none of the air vents on the computer are blocked. Blocked air vents can lead to overheating problems. Power button and power indicator USB2.0 ports (2) S/P DIF connector Base stand screw User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 2 2010.4.20 10:46:47 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 8
1.2 Rear view VGA port or HDMI port HDMI-OUT connector USB2.0 ports(2) Ethernet ports Power socket Audio line-out Audio line-in 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 3 User Guide 2010.4.20 10:46:48 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 9
Computer mount instruction The computer chassis can be placed in a vertical position. Installing the base stand 1. Attach the base stand to the unit. 2. Tighten the screw with your fingers. Note: Make sure to install the base stand before placing the chassis in a vertical position. User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 10
metal bracket to the rear of TV or monitor. 2. Slide the computer into this metal bracket and screw the computer firmly to the Bracket. User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 5 2010.4.20 10:46:51 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 11
to the optimum setting according to the instructions in your TV or monitor's user manual or after consulting with the supplier. 2. Adjusting the OS desktop size (when the OS desktop size is larger than the screen boundary): • IdeaCentre Q150: After configuring the display resolution of your - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 12
monitor port on the computer. • If you have a Video Graphics Array (VGA) Standard monitor, connect the cable to the port as shown. 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 7 User Guide 2010.4.20 10:46:51 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 13
is only a sketch for guidance, it does not necessarily show actual speakers) a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers, if necessary. On some User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 8 2010.4.20 10:46:52 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 14
that you have. Your computer might not have all the ports/sockets shown. USB Use this port to attach a device that requires a USB connection. User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 9 2010.4.20 10:46:53 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 15
digital signals: If you have external devices that support S/P DIF, you can use the S/P DIF and Sound → Manage audio devices, from the pop up window choose Playback tab, choose Digital Audio (S/P DIF) as your a different external sound that device does not support S/P DIF, follow step 2 to choose - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 16
Chapter Recovery Wizard This chapter contains the following 1 topics: ÿ Recovery Wizard 2 Attention: Using this program will result in loss of data. 3 4 5 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 11 User Guide 11 2010.4.20 10:46:55 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 17
computer to original factory configuration. 1. Turn on the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key to launch the Windows Boot Manager. Then select Windows Setup to launch Recovery Wizard procedure. 2. The Welcome window appears. Note: All data under C: drive will be lost. You may - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 18
3. Click Next. 4. The recovery will take several minutes to complete. Note: Do not restart your computer while recovery is in progress. 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 13 User Guide 13 2010.4.20 10:46:56 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 19
5. Click Restart or Shutdown to finish the recovery process. 14 User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 14 2010.4.20 10:46:56 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 20
Chapter Using the Computer Software This chapter contains the following 1 topics: ÿ Computer software instructions 2 Note: The interface and functionality of these features may vary according to the software that was shipped with the computer model that you purchased. 3 4 5 - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 21
manufacturer concerning problems related to audio and video players, plugins and audio and video files. IdeaCentre Q150 has Q150 is able to support hardware acceleration for 1080p video. Please go to the website below for more information. http://www.nvidia.com/page/purevideo_HD.html 16 User Guide - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 22
to support other audio or video formats. Please follow instructions for this which are included in the software program. To launch the player: Choose All Programs → Lenovo PowerDVD9 : Connect to the Internet before upgrading. User Guide 17 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 17 2010.4.20 10:46:58 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 23
3.2.4 Help and Support For more information on the operation of Security Center, see product help Information in the Help option. In the help document, you can learn more about McAfee Security Center operation and settings. 18 User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 18 2010.4.20 10:46:58 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 24
Chapter System Maintenance and Recovery This chapter contains the following 1 topics: ÿ Daily Maintenance and Tools Instructions 2 3 4 5 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 19 User Guide 19 2010.4.20 10:46:59 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 25
or the installation of additional software. If software problems develop in the originally installed software, you can Backup. 2. Select the location for your backup. Click Next and follow the instructions to continue. For Windows 7 user: 1. Click Start → All Programs → Maintenance → Backup and - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 26
on the amount of defragmentation on the hard disk drive, this procedure can take a long time (sometimes more than one hour). 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 21 User Guide 21 2010.4.20 10:47:00 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 27
onto the display. Only use products specifically designed for cleaning displays, and follow the instructions that are included with the product. The following are general methods for cleaning the clean and free of grease stains. 22 User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 22 2010.4.20 10:47:00 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 28
Chapter Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following 1 topics: ÿ Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution 2 3 4 5 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 23 User Guide 23 2010.4.20 10:47:01 AM - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 29
in default view mode, so they may not apply if you set your Lenovo® computer to Windows Classic view. 5.1 Troubleshooting display problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is displayed on the monitor Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Check that the monitor has been turned on; if not, press - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 30
mode (for example via the control panel) Note: IdeaCentre Q150 supports HDMI audio and video output. To learn more about HDMI, go to the web site at: http://www.hdmi.com/ Problem: No sound from headphones Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Check the headphone cable connection - ensure that - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 31
Troubleshooting software problems Problem: You are unable to exit a running program normally. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Open the Task Manager window For Windows 7 User: 1. Back up all documents and system settings related to the program before 26 User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1 - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 32
instructions to uninstall the software. 5.4 Troubleshooting problems with Hard Disks Problem The capacity of the hard disk shown in Windows can be worked out according to the calculations x 1000 x1000/ (1024 x 1024 x 1024) = 37GB. If the Service partition of 3GB - 3 x 1000 x 1000 x 1000/ (1024 x - Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 | Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 Series User Guide V1.0 - Page 33
is unable to retrieve this number. 2. The drivers for this computer model support Windows XP or Windows 7 systems. 3. When you use the Windows Media Center to watch TV, pay particular attention to TV tuner input signal to analog. 28 User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 28 2010.4.20 10:47:02 AM
Version 1.0
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2010.4.20
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