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Lenovo B40/B50/N40/N50 User Guide Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer. - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 2
user guide. • The illustrations used in this manual are for the Lenovo B50-70 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 B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 3
Lenovo User Guide Instructions and technical information in this manual are applicable to the following Lenovo notebook computers unless otherwise stated. Model name Lenovo B40-30 Lenovo B40-70 Lenovo B40-45 Lenovo B50-30 Lenovo B50-30 Touch Lenovo B50-70 Lenovo B50-45 Lenovo N40-30 Lenovo N40-70 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 4
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system 21 Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system 23 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting 25 Frequently asked questions 25 Troubleshooting ...28 Appendix A. CRU instructions 32 Replacing the battery pack 33 Replacing the hard disk drive 34 Replacing the memory 37 Replacing the wireless LAN card - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 6
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view B40-30/N40-30/B40-70/N40-70/B40-45/N40-45/B40-80/N40-80 21 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 8
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer B50-30/B50-30 Touch/B50-70/N50-70/B50-45/N50-45/B50-80/ N50-80 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Note: • The dashed areas indicate parts that are invisible from other objects in between the display panel and the keyboard. Otherwise, the display panel can be damaged. 2 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 9
fingerprints that can be used as passwords to secure your computer. Performs the same respective functions as a conventional mouse. Slide your fingertip on the touch pad in the direction you wish to move the cursor. Performs the functions of the left and right buttons as those of the left and - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 10
keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad, hotkeys, and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad (Applicable for B50/N50 Series) The keyboard window. : Enables/disables the touchpad. : Turns the LCD screen backlight on/off. : Projects to a connected display. : - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 11
know your computer Function key combinations To use the function key combinations, press the Fn key a , then press one of the function keys b . B40-30/N40-30/B40-70/N40-70/B40-45/N40-45/B40-80/N40-80: 2 1 B50-30/B50-30 Touch/B50-70/N50-70/B50-45/N50-45/B50-80/N50-80: 2 Insert PrtSc Delete Home - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 12
30/N40-30/B40-70/N40-70/B40-45/N40-45/B50-30/B50-30 Touch/B50-45/N50-45/B40-80/N40-80 1 3 4 5 6 7 B50-70/N50-70/B50-80/N50-80 12 3 4 5 6 7 a AC power adapter jack Connects the AC power adapter. b Lenovo battery. When a supported ThinkPad OneLink Dock is connected to the Lenovo - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 13
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer c Ventilation slots Dissipates internal heat. Attention: • Make sure that none of the ventilation slots are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. d VGA port e RJ-45 port Connects to external display devices. Connects the computer to an - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 14
your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver is installed, you can disconnect Media icon in the notification area of the Windows desktop screen to remove the device before disconnecting. Note: • If keyboard instead of the mouse to wake up the computer. 8 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 15
computer Connecting to a wired network Wired connections are 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 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 16
Right-side view B40-30/N40-30/B40-70/N40-70/B40-45/N40-45/B40-80/N40-80: 1 234 5 B50-30/B50-30 Touch/B50-70/N50-70/B50-45/N50-45/B50-80/ N50-80: 1 23 5 4 a Combo audio jack Connects to a headset. Note: • The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones. • The recording - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 17
. For details on installing the security lock, please refer to the instructions shipped with the security lock that you have purchased. Note: • Before , selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. Lenovo offers no comment, judgment, or warranty regarding the function, - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 18
Memory card slot For details, see "System status indicators" on page 12. Accepts memory cards (not supplied). For details, see "Using memory battery has a charge between 80% and 100% and the AC power adapter is connected to the computer. • Blinking green: The battery has a charge between 20% and 80% - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 19
• SD eXtended Capacity (SDXC) card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) Attention: • Insert only one card in the slot at a time. • This card reader does not support SDIO devices (Such as SDIO Bluetooth, and so on). Inserting a memory card Slide a memory card in until it clicks into place. Note: If a dummy card is - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 20
computer Bottom view 1 2 3 1 2 a Battery latch-manual b Battery pack c Battery latch-spring loaded d Bottom slot cover 4 Keeps the battery pack secured in place. Provide the power for the computer. Keeps the battery pack secured in place. The hard disk drive, memory module, and mini-PCI - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 21
resume use, bypassing the startup process. To put the computer to sleep, do one of the following: • Close the display lid. • Press the power button. Settings Power Sleep. Attention: • Wait until the power and battery status indicator light starts blinking green (indicating that the computer - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 22
Chapter 2. Learning the basics To wake up the computer, do one of the following: • Press the power button. • Press the Fn key on the keyboard. 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: • For - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 23
Chapter 2. Learning the basics • Right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner and select Shut down or sign out → Shut down. • On the Start screen, click and select Shut down. Note: This operation depends on your BIOS settings. Please refer to the actual product. 17 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 24
to connect. To connect to one of those networks, ask the network administrator or the Internet service provider (ISP) for the security key or passphrase. Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search the Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 25
bar and select Settings, and then select Help on the Settings menu. - Press the Windows key + Fn + F1 or Fn + F1. You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer. You can also get online help and support by clicking on one of the two links listed under More to explore. Note - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 26
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: • Select Start from the charms bar. • Press - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 27
Devices, and Settings. The charms bar is the menu that contains the charms. To display the charms bar, do one of the following: • Move the cursor to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms bar is displayed. • Press the Windows key + C. - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 28
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 or send files to connected external devices, including the devices to play, print, and project. Settings - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 29
1 Click OneKey Recovery on the home screen to start the Lenovo One Key Recovery system. 2 Click System Backup. 3 Select a back-up location and click Next to start the backup. Note: • You can choose a back-up location on the local hard disk drive - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 30
Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to restore the system partition to its original status or to a previously created back-up point. Note: • The recovery process is irreversible. Make sure to - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 31
Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide which came with your computer contains safety precautions for using your computer. Read and follow all the precautions when using your computer. Where can I find the hardware specifications the Lenovo consumer support Web site. Where can I find drivers for - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 32
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Lenovo OneKey Recovery system Where BIOS Setup. How can I change the boot priority? There are two boot priorities: UEFI First and Legacy First. To change the boot priority, start the BIOS setup utility and set Boot Priority to UEFI First or Legacy First in the Boot menu - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 33
will need to change the boot priority to Legacy First. The legacy operating system cannot be installed if you do not change the boot priority. Getting help How can I contact the customer support center? See "Chapter 3. Getting help and service" of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. 27 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 34
on the screen, have the computer serviced. My screen goes blank while the computer is on. • Your screen saver or power management might be enabled. Do one of the following to exit from the screen saver or to resume from sleep mode: - Touch the touchpad. - Press any key on the keyboard. - Press the - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 35
. You must take your computer to 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 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 36
with a fully charged Turn off the computer for one minute to reset the battery. protector; then turn on the computer again. Hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not • In the Boot menu in the BIOS setup utility, make work. sure that the hard disk drive is included in the EFI list - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 37
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 the BIOS setup utility correctly. • Press F12 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 38
CRU under the terms of the applicable warranty service type for your country or region. Notes: • The illustrations used in this chapter are of the Lenovo B50-70, unless otherwise stated. • The illustrations in this manual might differ from the actual product. Please refer to the actual product - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 39
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the battery pack Note: • Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Any other batteries could ignite or explode. • Make sure the computer is turned off and all the cables disconnected from the computer before you replace the battery pack. • Make sure the - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 40
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the hard disk drive You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Notes: • Replace the hard - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 41
Appendix A. CRU instructions To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Remove the battery pack. For details, see "Replacing the battery pack" on page 33. 2 Remove the screws a , and then remove the bottom slot cover b . 1 1 2 3 Remove the frame fixing screws c . 3 3 35 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 42
new hard disk drive and tighten the screws. 7 Slide the new hard disk drive firmly into place, and then reinstall the frame fixing screws to secure the drive. 8 Reinstall the bottom slot cover and tighten the screws. 9 Reinstall the battery pack. For details, see "Replacing the battery pack" on page - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 43
before you replace the memory. • Make sure the computer display is closed to avoid being damaged. • Two memory channels are supported. Both channels should have a memory of the same size and rank. You should install the ram in Slot 1 if there is only ONE ram module. (B40-30/N40-30/B50-30) To install - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 44
Appendix A. CRU instructions 4 If two DDR3 SDRAM modules are already installed in the memory slot, remove one of them to make room for the new one by pulling out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Be sure to save the old DDR3 SDRAM for - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 45
A. CRU instructions 8 Reinstall the battery pack. For details, see "Replacing the battery pack" on page 33. To make sure that the DDR3 SDRAM module is installed correctly, do as follows: 1 Press the Novo button to open the Novo button menu. 2 Select the BIOS Setup. The System Memory item shows - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 46
display is closed to avoid being damaged. 1 Remove the battery pack. For details, see "Replacing the battery pack" on page 33. 2 Remove the screws a , and then remove the bottom slot cover b . 1 1 2 3 Disconnect the two wireless LAN cables (one black, one white) c . Remove the screw that secures the - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 47
, one white). Note: When installing or reinstalling the wireless LAN card, make sure to plug the black cable into the jack labeled AUX and the white cable into the jack labeled MAIN. 7 Reinstall the bottom slot cover and tighten the screws. 8 Reinstall the battery pack. For details, see "Replacing - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 48
drive. • Make sure the computer display is closed to avoid being damaged. 1 Remove the battery pack. For details, see "Replacing the battery pack" on page 33. 2 Remove the screw a . B40-30/N40-30/B40-70/N40-70/B40-45/N40-45/B40-80/N40-80: 1 B50-30/B50-30 Touch/B50-70/N50-70/B50-45/N50-45/B50-80 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 49
Appendix A. CRU instructions 3 Gently pull the optical drive out from its cavity b . 2 4 Insert a new optical drive and tighten the screw to secure the drive. 5 Reinstall the battery pack. For details, see "Replacing the battery pack" on page 33. 43 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 50
off and all the cables disconnected from the computer before you replace the keyboard. • Make sure the computer display is closed to avoid being damaged. 1 Remove the battery pack. For details, see "Replacing the battery pack" on page 33. 2 Remove the screws a . 1 1 1 3 Turn the computer over - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 51
in the direction as shown by the arrows b c. 2 3 2 5 Lift up the keyboard d and detach the connector in the direction shown by the arrows e f . 4 5 6 6 Reinstall the new keyboard and tighten the screws. 7 Reinstall the battery pack. For details, see "Replacing the battery pack" on page 33. 45 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 52
to find replacement instructions. Self-service CRUs AC power adapter Power cord Battery pack Memory Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide × × × User Guide × × Optional-service CRUs Hard disk drive Wireless LAN card Keyboard Optical drive Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide User Guide × × × × 46 - Lenovo B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 53
registered trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Lenovo OneKey VeriFace 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 B50-80 Laptop | (English) User Guide - Lenovo B40-xx, B50-xx - Page 54
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