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- Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 1
Machine type: 10089/1168/4744 [K410] 10086/3109/4743 [K430] IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide Version 2.0 2012.08 31502756 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 2
in this User Guide are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance. Product design and specifications may be Copyright Lenovo 2012. All rights reserved. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 3
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computer 5 5.1 Audio configuration instructions 7 7.1 Audio configuration instructions 8 Connecting the power cord 9 How to play Blu-ray Discs (selected models only 9 Windows Help and Support 21 Using the Rescue System 23 OneKey Recovery 24 Driver and Application Installation 25 Contents i - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 5
Audio Problems 29 Troubleshooting Software Problems 30 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks 31 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows 32 Windows Help and Support 32 BIOS setup utility 33 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks 33 Hardware Replacement Guide 35 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 6
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 1 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 7
only) Memory card readers (selected models only) USB connector Microphone connector Headphone connector Optical drives (some models are equipped with only one optical drive) Hot-swappable HDD port (selected models only) Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive. 2 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 8
chassis IdeaCentre K410 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector USB connectors HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 9
DisplayPort connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slots (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) 4 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 10
AC, set the switch to 115 V. • If the voltage supply range is 200-240 V AC, set the switch to 230 V. 115 230 Basic connector instructions Connector Description Microphone Use this connector to attach a microphone to your the device and the audio line-in connector of the computer. User Guide 5 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 11
-drive monitor, or other devices that use a DisplayPort connector. TV-Tuner connector (optional) Only supported on systems with an optional TV tuner card. Note: If your computer is equipped with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow the installation instructions for those devices. 6 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 12
Audio configuration instructions (These instructions are only for models whose motherboard supports audio transformation from 2.0 stereo sound to 5.1 surround sound.) This model of computer supports the transformation of stereo sound into 5.1 surround sound. Use the following guides when connecting - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 13
from the Search charm, select Apps → Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Lenovo HD Audio Manager. Follow the instructions to configure advanced settings. Sound configuration is as follows: 1. Right click the Sound dialog box and proceed with the speaker setup by following the prompts. 8 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 14
and read the electronic Help information for further assistance. Connecting the power cord How to play Blu-ray Discs (selected models only) Check the connectors available on your computer and to HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI to DVI (HDMI-DVI cable) Computer Cable Display User Guide 9 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 15
F2 key once turning on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System opens. 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 network by opening your Web browser and accessing any Web site. 10 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 16
Hot-swappable hard disk (selected models only) • Components Hot-swappable hard disk USB adapter USB cable You can plug in the hot-swappable hard disk while the computer system using it swappable hard disk Method 1: Slide it into the bay from the front until it clicks into position. User Guide 11 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 17
the hot-swappable hard disk. • Do not unplug the hard disk while it is running a program, as this may result in the system crashing. 12 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 18
experiences during operations. Operation of the Power Control Switch The Power Control Switch function supports three operating modes: Auto, Turbo and boot up quickly; in Turbo mode, computer will boot up very quickly. • Switch to a different mode by toggling the power control switch. User Guide 13 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 19
the Power Control Switch icon from the Start charm or the Desktop. Open the running status for each component under the Mode Switch: CPU - Show the percentage of the current CPU clock frequency against the nominal maximal CPU clock frequency. Boot - The status of the computer startup speed. 14 User - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 20
Power Control Switch to the Auto position to enable this mode. Note: The numeric values may vary because each model is configured differently. COOL The CPU runs at low frequency. The system consumes minimum power. Toggle the Power Control Switch to the Cool position to enable this mode. User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 21
vary because each model is configured differently. TURBO The CPU runs at full speed. The system achieves its optimal performance. Toggle the Power Control Switch to the Turbo position to enable this mode. Note: The numeric values may vary because each model is configured differently. 16 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 22
the power cord to the outlet, the computer cannot boot up at ultra speed in Turbo mode. In order to keep ultra speed during the boot up, the computer must always keep connecting the outlet. • Toggle the Power Control Switch to the Auto or Boot position when using OneKey Recovery program. User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 23
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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 in accordance with the End User License Agreement (EULA) between you and Microsoft. For any question related to the - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 25
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 Windows desktop corner of the screen, then click Settings.) 2. Select Power → Shutdown. Switching between apps Sometimes you want to get User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 26
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 also get online help and support by clicking on one of the two links listed under More to explore. User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 27
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following topics: OneKey Recovery Driver and Application Installation Attention: Using OneKey Recovery will result in loss Recovery, you must format the C: partition in NTFS format and install the operating system on the C: partition. Otherwise, the OneKey Recovery system cannot run. User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 29
start the restore. 3. Please wait during the process of system recovery. Do not interrupt the operation during the recovery process. 4. After the system is recovered successfully, the software will prompt you to restart the computer. Restart the computer and start the operating system. 24 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 30
and application installation process will continue until it has completed. Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Lenovo Rescue System icon on the Windows desktop or Start screen. Then select Drivers and Application Installation in the pop-up dialog box. After starting the - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 31
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Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following topic: 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. User Guide 27 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 33
the signal cable of the monitor securely to the connector on the computer graphics card. Problem: You need to change the display property settings. Setting display background and icon properties: 1. Right-click the desktop anywhere except over an icon, then select Personalize from the pop-up menu - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 34
Lenovo Service. Troubleshooting Audio Problems Problem: No sound from the integrated speakers. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Adjust the Windows volume control - select the speaker icon from the Settings Charm or click the arrow on taskbar to show the hidden icons in Windows desktop - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 35
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 K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 36
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 1024 x 1024) = 37G. If the Service partition of 3G - 3 x 1000 x - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 37
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 K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 38
, which may contain flammable substances. Note: To avoid damaging the computer or display, do not spray cleaning solution directly onto the display. Only use products specifically designed for cleaning displays, and follow the instructions included with the product. User Guide 33 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 39
cleaned daily. Use a dry cloth to brush dust from the monitor and keyboard every day. Keep all surfaces clean and free of grease stains. 34 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 40
Identifying parts on the system board Removing the computer cover Removing the front bezel Replacing a memory module Replacing a hard disk drive Replacing an optical drive Replacing a graphics card Replacing the TV Tuner card Replacing the keyboard and mouse User Guide 35 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 41
TV-Tuner card in this manual applies only to computer models with a TV-Tuner card, and therefore does not apply to models without a TV-Tuner card. This guide contains instructions for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical disk drive • Graphics card • TV-Tuner - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 42
online at: http://support.lenovo.com. You can find the following information: • Customer replacement unit removal and installation information • Publications • Troubleshooting information • Parts information corresponding components to avoid a mismatch when replacing the components. User Guide 37 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 43
parts and other computer components with care, and handle adapters, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by their edges. Never the anti-static packaging containing the part against a metal expansion slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at . 38 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 44
Locations Identifying internal components The following illustration shows the components inside your computer. 1 2 3 4 6 5 Optical disk drive Graphics card System fan Hard disk drive System board Power supply User Guide 39 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 45
locations of the different parts on the system board. Lenovo K410 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12V power connector Microprocessor fan header Thermal sensor header Battery 12 11 10 Microprocessor and heat sink Memory slots (2) Power connector SATA connectors (3) 40 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 46
CMOS jumper Mini PCI-E slot Serial (COM2) connector Front audio connector System fan header Lenovo K430 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 12V power connector Microprocessor fan header Power connector Microprocessor and heat sink Memory slots (4) Front USB header User Guide 41 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 47
header Power fan header Front USB connector Mode switch connector Battery PCI express X 1 adapter slots 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. General information Pre-disassembly instructions - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 48
on a flat, stable surface. To remove the computer cover: 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the computer, and turn off all attached devices. 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 49
bezel, align the plastic tabs on the bottom of the bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, and then snap it into position. 44 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 50
the new memory module over the memory connector. Make sure that the notch on the memory module aligns correctly with the connector key on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the connector until the retaining clips close. 5. Reattach the computer cover. User Guide 45 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 51
on a flat, stable surface. To replace a hard disk drive: 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive. 3. Lift up the plastic handle and slide the hard disk drive out of the drive bay. 1 2 4. Remove the hard - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 52
the front bezel. Refer to "Removing the front bezel". 3. Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the optical drive. 4. Press the release button and push position. 6. Connect the data and power cables to the new disk drive. 7. Reattach the front bezel and computer cover. User Guide 47 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 53
cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Follow the below steps to remove a graphics card: If your computer has a Duo-graphics cards installed, follow the steps below to replace it: a. Remove the screw that secures the Duo-graphics cards fixing bracket and lift the bracket up. 48 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 54
b. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to the chassis, open it, and remove the Duo-graphics cards connector. c. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card to the chassis. 4 3 2 1 d. Remove the graphics card by pulling it straight out of the connector. User Guide 49 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 55
card installed, follow the steps below to replace it: a. Remove the screw that secures the graphics latch to the chassis and open it. b. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card to the chassis. 3 2 1 c. Remove the graphics card by pulling it straight out of the connector. 50 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 56
on a flat, stable surface. To replace the TV-Tuner card: 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to the chassis and open it. 3. Remove the screw that secures the TV-tuner card to the chassis. 3 2 1 User Guide 51 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 57
4. Remove the TV-Tuner card by pulling it straight out of the connector. 5. Install the new TV-tuner into the same connector and secure it to chassis with the screw. 6. Turn the graphics card latch to the closed position and secure it with the screw. 7. Reattach the computer cover. 52 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 58
a USB connector at either front or the rear of the computer. To replace the keyboard: 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the computer, and turn off all attached devices. 2. Unplug all power cords from User Guide 53 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 59
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 54 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 60
Advanced Micro 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 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 61
Lenovo power settings: - Turn off hard disk drives: After 20 minutes - Hibernate: Never To awaken your computer from a Sleep or System Standby mode, press any key on your keyboard. For more information about these settings, refer to your Windows Help and Support information system. 56 User Guide - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 62
energy-related products directive (ErP) compliance mode through the Power menu in the Setup Utility program. This mode reduces to start the Setup Utility program. 2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Power → ErP and press Enter. 3. Select Enabled and press Enter. 4. Press F10 - Lenovo K430 | IdeaCentre K4 Series User Guide V2.0 (for Best Buy) - Page 63
58 User Guide
Version 2.0
2012.08
User Guide
IdeaCentre K4 Series
Machine type: 10089/1168/4744 [K410]
10086/3109/4743 [K430]
31502756