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• To download the user guide in another language, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support. Then follow
the instructions on the screen.
How to turn off my computer?
• For Windows 7: Open the Start menu, then click Shut down.
• For Windows 8.1: Do one of the following:
– Go to the Start screen by pressing the Windows key, click the power icon in the top-right corner
of the screen, then click Shut down.
– Move your pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Then
click Settings ➙ Power ➙ Shut down.
Note: You also can open the Settings charm by pressing the settings key
How to use the battery power more effectively?
• To conserve power, or to suspend operation without exiting applications or saving files, see "Power-saving
modes" on page 43.
• To achieve the best balance between performance and power saving, create and apply power plans.
See "Managing the battery power" on page 43.
Concerned about security or need to securely dispose of data stored on your storage drive?
• Study Chapter 4 "Security" on page 57 to find out how you can protect your computer from theft and
unauthorized use.
• Use the Password Manager program to protect the data stored on your computer. For details, see the
help information system of the program.
• Before you dispose of the data on the storage drive, be sure to read "Notice on deleting data from
your storage drive" on page 63.
Is getting connected in different locations a challenge?
• To troubleshoot a wireless networking issue, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/support/faq
• Take advantage of the networking features by use of the Access Connections program (on the Windows 7
operating system) or the Location Awareness program (on the Windows 8.1 operating system).
• To learn more about using the wireless features of your computer, refer to "Wireless connections" on
page 44.
• To travel more confidently, be sure to check the tips in "Traveling with your computer" on page 136.
• Press the wireless-switching key
Need to give presentations or attach an external monitor often?
• Ensure that you follow the procedure for "Using an external display" on page 48.
• With the Extend desktop function, you can display output on both the computer display and an external
monitor.
You have been using your computer for some time already, and it is getting slower?
• Follow the "General tips for preventing problems" on page 81.
• You can diagnose problems yourself by using the preinstalled diagnostic software.
• Check for recovery solutions in Chapter 8 "Recovery overview" on page 103.
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