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Page 1: User Guide
Lenovo User Guide Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer. - Page 2 Notes • Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using ® ® Windows 7 or Windows 8.1. If you are using other Windows operating systems, some operations may be slightly different.
- 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 20390, 80F1 Lenovo B40-70 20392, 80F3 Lenovo B40-45 20394, 80F5 Lenovo B50-30 20382, 80ES Lenovo B50-30 Touch...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Chapter 2. Learning the basics............15 Configuring the operating system for the first time ..........15 Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down ..........15 Connecting to a wireless network ................16 Help and support ......................17 Operating system interfaces (for the Windows 8.1 operating system) .....18 Charms and the charms bar (for the Windows 8.1 operating system)....19 Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system ........21 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting ..............23 Frequently asked questions ..................23 Troubleshooting ......................26 Appendix A. CRU instructions............. 30 Replacing the battery pack..................31 Replacing the hard disk drive .................32 Replacing the memory .....................35... -
Page 7: Chapter 1. Getting To Know Your Computer
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ... - Page 8 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer B50-30/B50-30 Touch/B50-70/N50-70/B50-45/N50-45 Note: • The dashed areas indicate parts that are invisible from the outside. • The illustrations 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 pens or any other objects in between the display panel and the keyboard. Otherwise, the display panel can be damaged.
- Page 9 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Used for video communication or taking photos. Integrated camera Built-in microphone Used for video conferencing, voice narration, or audio recording. Wireless antennas Connects to a wireless adapter to receive and send wireless radio signals. (on select models) Provides visual output. Display Speakers Provides audio output. Power button Press this button to turn on the computer. Fingerprint reader Registers fingerprints that can be used as passwords to secure your computer. (on select models) Performs the same respective functions as a Touchpad conventional mouse. Slide your fingertip on the touch pad in the direction you wish to move the cursor. Touchpad buttons Performs the functions of the left and right buttons ...
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Page 10: Using The Keyboard
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using the 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 has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the keypad, press the Numeric Lock key (Num Lock). Home PgUp PgDn Insert PrtSc Delete Pause Break ScrLk SysRq Note: The numeric lock indicator is on when the numeric keypad is enabled. Hotkeys You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate hotkeys. Mutes/unmutes the sound. Enables/disables Airplane mode. Decreases the volume level. Switches the active program. - Page 11 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Function key combinations To use the function key combinations, press the Fn key , then press one of the function keys B40-30/N40-30/B40-70/N40-70/B40-45/N40-45: B50-30/B50-30 Touch/B50-70/N50-70/B50-45/N50-45: Home PgUp PgDn Insert PrtSc Delete Pause Break ScrLk SysRq The following is a brief introduction to the function key combinations. Fn + Home: Activate the pause function. Fn + End: Activate the break function. Enable/disable the scroll lock. Fn + PgUp: Fn + PgDn: Activate the insert function.
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Page 12: Left-Side View
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Page 13: Vga Port
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Attention: • Make sure that none of the ventilation slots are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. VGA port Connects to external display devices. RJ-45 port Connects the computer to an Ethernet network. Danger: • To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not connect a telephone cable to the Ethernet port. You can only connect an Ethernet cable to this port. HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a display. USB 3.0 ports or USB Connect to USB devices. For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 8. 2.0 ports Note: The USB 3.0 connector is compatible with USB 1.1, 2.0, and 3.0. -
Page 14: Connecting Usb Devices
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Connecting USB devices You can connect a USB device to your computer by inserting its USB plug (Type A) into the USB port on your computer. The first time you plug a USB device into a USB port on your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver is installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device without performing any additional steps. Note: Typically, Windows detects a newly connected device after connecting it and then installs the driver automatically. However, some devices might require you to install the driver before connecting. Check the documentation provided by the manufacturer of the device before connecting. Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your computer has finished using the device to transfer the data. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area of the Windows desktop screen 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. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized. • When the computer is in sleep mode, you can only use the keyboard instead of the mouse to wake up the computer. -
Page 15: Connecting To A Wired Network
Chapter 1. Getting to know your 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 is a family of related technologies that bring high speed network access to homes and small businesses over ordinary telephone lines. Hardware connections: Cables TV cable Telephone line Splitter * Splitter * Cable modem * DSL modem * * Not supplied. -
Page 16: Right-Side View
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Page 18: Front View
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Front view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - System status indicators For details, see “System status indicators” on ... -
Page 19: Hard Disk Drive Indicator
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Hard disk drive indicator When this indicator is on, the hard disk drive is reading or writing data. Attention: When the indicator is on, do not put the computer into sleep mode or turn off the • computer. • When the indicator is on, do not move the computer. Sudden physical shock might cause hard disk drive errors. Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory card: • Secure Digital (SD) card • Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card • 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. -
Page 20: Bottom View
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Battery latch-manual Keeps the battery pack secured in place. -
Page 21: Chapter 2. Learning The Basics
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Configuring the operating system for the first time - - - - - - - - - - You need to configure the operating system when it is first used. The configuration process may include the procedures below: • Accepting the end user license agreement • Configuring the Internet connection • Registering the operating system • Creating a user account Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down - - - - - - - - - - - - - When you have finished working with your computer, you can put it to sleep ... -
Page 22: Connecting To A Wireless Network
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 the Windows 7 operating system: Click Start Shut down. • For the Windows 8.1 operating system: Move your cursor to the lower‐right corner of the screen to open the charms bar, then select Settings Power Shut down. Connecting to a wireless network - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ... -
Page 23: Help And Support
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search the Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to configure your computer. Help and support - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - If you have questions about using the Windows operating system, refer to ... -
Page 24: Operating System Interfaces (For The Windows 8.1 Operating System)
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Operating system interfaces (for the Windows 8.1 operating system) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Windows 8.1 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start screen and the ... -
Page 25: Charms And The Charms Bar (For The Windows 8.1 Operating System)
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Charms and the charms bar (for the Windows 8.1 operating system) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Charms are navigation buttons that let you access basic tasks quickly. ... - Page 26 Chapter 2. Learning the basics 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 or send files to connected external devices, including the devices to play, print, and project. Settings charm The Settings charm lets you perform basic tasks, such as setting the volume or shutting down the computer. Also, you can get to the Control Panel through the Settings charm when on the Desktop screen.
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Page 27: Chapter 3. Lenovo Onekey Recovery System
Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system The Lenovo OneKey Recovery system is software designed to back up and restore your computer. You can use it to restore the system partition to its original status in case of a system failure. You can also create user backups for easy restoration as required. Note:To utilize the features of the OneKey Recovery system, your hard disk already includes a hidden partition by default to store the system image file and the OneKey Recovery system program files. This default partition is hidden for security reasons, which is why the available disk space is less than the stated capacity. Backing up the system partition You can back up the system partition to an image file. To back up the system partition, do the following: 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 or an external storage device. The back‐up 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 partition to its original status or to a ... - Page 28 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.
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Page 29: Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - This section lists frequently asked questions by category. Finding information What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer? The 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 for my computer? You can find hardware specification for your computer from the printed ... - Page 30 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Recovery system Where are the recovery discs? Your computer did not come with recovery discs. Use the 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 can start the backup but it fails during the back‐up process, try the following steps: 1 Close all open programs, and then restart the back‐up process. 2 Check to see if the destination media is damaged. Select another path and then try again. When do I need to restore the system to its factory status? Use this feature when the operating system fails to start up. If there is critical data on the system partition, back it up before starting recovery. BIOS setup utility What is the BIOS setup utility? The BIOS setup utility is ROM‐based software. It communicates basic computer information and provides options for setting boot devices, security, hardware mode, and other preferences. How can I start the BIOS setup utility? To start the BIOS setup utility: 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Press the Novo button and then select 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.
- Page 31 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting When do I need to change the boot priority? The default boot priorities are UEFI First. If you need to install a legacy operating system (that is, an earlier version than that of your current operating system) on your computer, you 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.
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Page 32: Troubleshooting
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Display problems When I turn on the •... - Page 33 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting BIOS password problems • If you forget your user password, you must ask the I forgot my password. system administrator to reset your user password. • If you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. • If you forget your Supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password. 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 • The battery power is getting low. Connect the AC message appears, and the power adapter to the computer, or replace the ...
- Page 34 No sound can be heard from the speakers even ‐ The mute function is off. when the volume is turned ‐ The combo audio jack is not used. ‐ The speakers are selected as the playback device. Battery problems Your computer shuts down • Reset the battery gauge using Lenovo Energy Management. If the problem persists, replace with a before the power and battery status indicator new battery pack. shows empty. -or- Your computer operates...
- Page 35 The computer does not start • See the EFI list of the BIOS setup utility. Make sure from a device you want. that the BIOS setup utility is set so that the computer starts from the device you want. • Also make sure that the device from which the computer starts is enabled. Make sure that the device is included in the EFI list in the BIOS setup utility correctly. • Press F12 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is starting up to select the device you want the computer starts from. The connected external • Do not connect or disconnect any external device device does not work. cables other than USB while the computer power is on; otherwise, you might damage your computer. • When using a high power consumption external device such as an external USB optical disk drive, use an external device power adapter. Otherwise, ...
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Page 36: Lenovo B50
Appendix A. CRU instructions Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. If a CRU is determined to be defective during the warranty period, a replacement CRU will be provided to the customer. Customers are responsible for installing the self‐service CRUs for this product. Customers also can install optional‐service CRUs, which might require some technical skills or tools, or request that a technician install the optional‐service 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. -
Page 37: Replacing The Battery Pack
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Page 38: 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: •... - Page 39 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 31. 2 Remove the screws , and then remove the bottom slot cover 3 Remove the frame fixing screws ...
- Page 40 Appendix A. CRU instructions 4 Remove the hard disk drive by gently pulling it in the direction of the arrow 5 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 6 Attach the metal frame to a 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 31.
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Page 41: Replacing The Memory
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the memory - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing ... - Page 42 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 future use. 5 Align the notch of the DDR3 SDRAM module with the protrusion of the socket and gently insert the new module at a 30‐45° angle. 6 Push the DDR3 SDRAM module down until the latches on both sides of the socket lock into its position. 7 After aligning the attachment clips with their matching gaps, reinstall the bottom slot cover.
- Page 43 Appendix A. CRU instructions 8 Reinstall the battery pack. For details, see “Replacing the battery pack” on page 31. 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 the total amount of memory installed in your computer. ...
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Page 44: Replacing The Wireless Lan Card
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the wireless LAN card - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To replace the wireless LAN card, do the following: Note: ... - Page 45 Appendix A. CRU instructions 4 Remove the wireless LAN card 5 Install the new wireless LAN card and tighten the screw to secure the LAN card. 6 Reconnect the two wireless LAN cables (one black, 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 the battery pack” on page 31.
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Page 46: Replacing The Optical Drive
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the optical drive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To replace the optical drive, do the following: Note: ... - Page 47 Appendix A. CRU instructions 3 Gently pull the optical drive out from its cavity 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 31.
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Page 48: Replacing The Keyboard
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the keyboard - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To replace the keyboard, do the following: Note: ... - Page 49 Appendix A. CRU instructions 4 Pull to unsnap the keyboard in the direction as shown by the arrows 5 Lift up the keyboard and detach the connector in the direction shown by the arrows 6 Reinstall the new keyboard and tighten the screws. 7 Reinstall the battery pack. For details, see “Replacing the battery pack” on page 31.
- Page 50 Appendix A. CRU instructions The following table provides a list of CRUs for your computer, and informs you of where to find replacement instructions. Self‐service CRUs Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide User Guide AC power adapter × Power cord × Battery pack × × Memory × Optional‐service CRUs Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide User Guide Hard disk drive × Wireless LAN card ×...
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Page 51: Trademarks
Trademarks The following terms are trademarks or 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. - Page 52 en-US Rev. CT01...