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- Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 1
Lenovo IdeaPad U310/U410 User Guide V1.0 Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer. - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 2
may not be available on your computer and/or your computer may include features that are not described in this user guide. • The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo IdeaPad U410 unless otherwise stated. • The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 3
2. Learning the basics 11 First use...11 Using AC adapter and battery 13 Using the touchpad 14 Using the keyboard 15 Connecting external devices 18 Special keys and buttons 21 System status indicators 22 Securing your computer 24 Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet 25 Wired connection - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 4
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view U310 a b c d g e f 1 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 6
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer U410 a b c d g e f Note: The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the actual product. Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degrees. When closing the display panel, be careful NOT to leave - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 7
antennas ensure optimal reception of wireless antennas radio. d Power button Press this button to turn on the computer. e System status indicators f Touchpad For details, see "System status indicators" on page 22. The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse. Note: For details, see "Using - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 8
to know your computer Left-side view U310 a b U410 cd e g a b e f a OneKey Rescue Press this button to start the OneKey Rescue system when system button the computer is powered off. Note: For details, see "OneKey Rescue system" on page 28. b Fan louvers Dissipate internal - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 9
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer f Combo audio jack Connects to headphones or headsets. The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones. Note: Recording may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are connected, due to different industry standards. g Built- - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 10
computer Right-side view U310 bc d U410 a e c f gd a Built-in microphone b Combo audio jack The built-in microphone (with noise AC power adapter Connect the AC adapter here. jack Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 13. e Memory card slot Insert memory cards - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 11
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer f HDMI port g RJ-45 port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a display. This port connects the computer to an Ethernet network. Note: For details, see "Wired connection" on page 25. 7 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 12
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Front view U310 a b U410 b a Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here. Note: For details, see "Using memory cards (not supplied)" on page 18. b System status indicators For details, see "System status indicators" on page 22. 8 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 13
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view U310 a 9 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 14
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer U410 a a Louvers Allow air to enter the computer for cooling. 10 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 15
running on AC power. Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer firmly. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Turning on the computer Press the power button to turn on - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 16
state) before you move your computer. Moving your computer while the hard disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data. To wake the computer, do one of the following. • Press the power button. • Press any key on the keyboard. Shutting down your computer If you are not going to - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 17
work. • The way you use your computer: for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you make the computer display. Charging the battery If the battery power is low, you need to charge the battery. You need to charge the battery in any of the following situations: • If - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 18
the basics Using the touchpad d a bc a Touchpad b Left-click area c Right-click area To move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to move. The function corresponds to that of the left mouse button on a conventional mouse - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 19
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Function key combinations By pressing the appropriate function keys, you can change system settings instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn a , then press one of - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 20
devices settings (on/off). : Turn on/off the integrated camera. : Close active window or program. : Enable/Disable the touchpad. : Enable/Disable the built-in microphone. : Open the interface for changing display devices. : Decrease display brightness. : Increase display brightness. 16 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 21
the basics Setting hotkey mode By default, the hotkey functions are accessible by pressing the appropriate hotkey. However, you can disable the hotkey mode in the BIOS setup utility. To disable the hotkey mode: 1 Restart the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, immediately press Fn + F2 to enter - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 22
Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory cards: Removing a memory card 1 Push the memory card until you hear a click. 2 Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot. Note: Before removing the memory card, disable it via Windows safely remove - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 23
device, make sure your computer has finished transferring data by that device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area of Windows to remove the device before disconnecting. Note: If your USB device uses a power cord, connect the device to a power source before connecting it - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 24
barriers. To get the best possible connection speed, place the device as near your computer as possible. Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computer Press to make configuration. Note: • When you do not need to use the Bluetooth function, turn it off to save battery power. • You need to pair - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 25
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Special keys and buttons a OneKey Rescue system button a • When the computer is powered off, press this button to start the OneKey Rescue system. • In the Windows operating system, press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. Note: For details, see - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 26
Chapter 2. Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status. a b a Power status indicator b Battery status indicator 22 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 27
Chapter 2. Learning the basics No. Symbol Indicator Indicator status Meaning a Power On (solid The computer is powered on. white) Blinking The computer is in sleep mode. Off The computer is powered off. b Battery On (solid The battery has more than white) 20% charge. Solid amber The - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 28
password, see the Help to the right of the screen in BIOS setup utility. Note: To enter BIOS setup utility, press Fn + F2 (when HotKey Switch is set to Hotkey Mode) or F2 (when HotKey Switch is set to Legacy Mode) when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is starting up. 24 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 29
a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet. Cable Cable Internet services use a cable modem connected to the residential cable TV line. DSL DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high- speed network access - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 30
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer. 26 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 31
communications, do the following: Press to make configuration. Hardware connection Wi-Fi/WiMAX network Access point * * Not supplied Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to configure your computer. 27 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 32
launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Within the program, you can back up the system partition on the hard disk drive, other storage devices, or by creating recovery discs. Note: • The backup process and creation of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery pack to your computer - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 33
with an integrated optical drive or if the integrated optical drive does not support disc creating, connect an appropriate external optical drive to your computer. • In Windows, press the OneKey Rescue system button to launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. • On the main screen, click Create Recovery - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 34
recordable DVDs as the media. Also make sure your optical drive is compatible with the disc intended for use. • After recovery disc creation, number the discs appropriately for use in their correct order. The first disc created will be used to start the computer in the case of a system failure. 30 - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 35
computer is pre-installed with Windows operating system, you can also find installation programs for some pre-installed software in the Application folder on D partition of the hard disk drive. How can I contact the customer support center? See "Chapter 3. Getting help and service" of Lenovo Safety - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 36
be downloaded from Lenovo's consumer support Web site. If your computer is pre-installed with Windows operating system, you can also find device drivers for the operating system in the Driver folder on D partition of the hard disk drive. Lenovo's consumer support Web site contains the most updated - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 37
serviced. My screen goes blank while the computer is on. • Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. Do one of the following to exit from the screen saver or to resume from sleep or hibernation mode: - Touch the touchpad. - Press any key on the keyboard. - Press the power button - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 38
for parts and service. Sleep or hibernation problems The critical low-battery error message appears, and the computer immediately turns off. • The battery power is getting low. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. The computer enters sleep mode - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 39
. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the computer is still not reset, remove the AC adapter. Computer screen problems The screen is blank. • Do the following: - If you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 40
battery. protector; then turn on the computer again. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • In the Boot menu in BIOS setup utility, make sure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot Priority Order correctly. A startup problem The Microsoft® Windows operating - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 41
the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter. • Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. Disable the sleep timer when you are working on the network. • See the Boot menu of the BIOS setup utility - Lenovo IdeaPad U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 42
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 U410 | IdeaPad U310&U410 User Guide V1.0 (English) - Page 43
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