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- Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 1
Lenovo IdeaPad User Guide Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer. - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 2
user guide. • The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo IdeaPad S500 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.com - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 3
Lenovo IdeaPad User Guide Instructions and technical information in this manual are applicable to the following Lenovo notebook computers unless otherwise stated. Model name IdeaPad S210 IdeaPad S210 Touch IdeaPad S215 IdeaPad S215 Touch IdeaPad S500 IdeaPad S500 Touch MT 20256, 80AN 20257, 80AQ - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 4
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12 Charms and the charms bar 13 Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down 15 Connecting to a wireless network 17 Help and support ...18 Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system 19 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting 21 Frequently asked questions 21 Troubleshooting ...24 Trademarks 28 i - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 6
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view S210 / S210 Touch / S215 / S215 Touch a b d e c f g 1 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 8
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer S500 / S500 Touch cac b d e f g Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are invisible from outside. Attention: • Do not open the display panel beyond 130 degrees. When closing the - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 9
camera for video communication. Connect to the wireless adapter to receive and send wireless radio. Captures sound which can be used computer. The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse. To move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 10
the volume level. : Closes the currently active window. : Refreshes the desktop or the currently active window. Enables/disables the : touchpad and the Mode from Enabled to Disabled in the BIOS setup utility, you will need to press the Fn key in combination with the appropriate hotkey. 4 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 11
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 19. b Ventilation slots Dissipate internal heat. Attention: • Make - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 12
particular USB port on your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver is installed, you can disconnect and Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area of the Windows desktop screen to remove the device before disconnecting. Notes: • If your USB - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 13
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. 7 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 14
(not supplied)" on page 9. b Combo audio jack Connects to headsets. Notes: • The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones. • The recording function may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are connected, due to different industry standards. c USB ports d Power - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 15
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 card Slide a memory card in until it clicks into place. Note: If a dummy card is shipped - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 16
and 20% charge. Fast blinking amber There is a problem with the battery or the battery connection. Slow blinking amber The battery is being charged. When battery charge reaches 20%, the blinking color changes to white. Slow blinking white The battery has between 20% and 80% charge and is still - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 17
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view a b c 2 2 e d e a Battery latch manual b Battery pack Keeps the battery pack secured in place. c Battery latch spring loaded d Ventilation slots Keeps the battery pack secured in place. Allow air to enter the computer for cooling. - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 18
two main user interfaces: the Start screen and the Windows desktop. To switch from the Start screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the following: • Select the Desktop tile on the Start screen. • Press the Windows key + D. To switch from the desktop to the Start screen, do one of the following - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 19
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 Charms and the charms bar Charms are navigation buttons that let to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms bar is displayed. • Press the Windows key + C. Search charm The Search charm is a powerful new way to find what you are looking for, including - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 20
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 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. Devices charm The Devices charm allows you to connect - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 21
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down ---------- When you have finished working with your computer, you the hard disk, causing loss of data. To wake the computer, do one of the following: • Press any key on the keyboard. • Press the power button. 15 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 22
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 Shutting down the computer If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down. To shut down your computer: 1 Open the charms bar, then select Settings . 2 Select Power → Shut down. 16 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 23
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 Connecting to a wireless network To connect to a wireless network, do the following: 1 Ensure key or passphrase for connection. To connect to one of those networks, ask the network administrator or the Internet service provider (ISP) for the security key or - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 24
If you have questions about using the Windows operating system, refer to Windows Help and Support. To access Windows Help and Support, do one of the following: • Open the charms bar and select Settings; select Help on the Settings menu. • Press the Windows key + F1. Note: If hotkey mode is enabled - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 25
process may take a while. • The back-up process is only available when Windows can be started normally. Restoring You can choose to restore the system Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. 2 Click System Recovery. The computer will restart to the recovery environment. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 26
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. 20 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 27
you cannot find the installation program there, download 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 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 28
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Lenovo OneKey Recovery system Where are the recovery discs? Your computer did not come with recovery discs. Use the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system if you need to restore the system to its factory status. What can I do if the back-up process fails? If you - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 29
, 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. 23 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 30
• 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 still see only the cursor on the screen, have the computer serviced. My screen goes blank while the computer is on. • Your - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 31
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Incorrect characters appear • Are the operating system or programs installed on the screen. correctly? If they are installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced. BIOS password problems I forgot my password. • If you forget your user password, you - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 32
empty. -orYour computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty. • Reset the battery gauge using Lenovo Energy Management. If the 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 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 33
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 IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 34
registered trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Lenovo IdeaPad 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 - Lenovo IdeaPad S215 | User Guide - IdeaPad S210, S210 Touch, S215, S500, S500 To - Page 35
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