Lenovo V370 User Manual
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- Page 1 Lenovo V370 User Guide V1.0 Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
- Page 2 First Edition (December 2010) © Copyright Lenovo 2010. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, computer software, or services are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA”...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer...1 Top view ...1 Left-side view ...3 Right-side view...4 Front view ...5 Bottom view ...6 Chapter 2. Learning the basics...7 First use...7 Using AC adapter and battery ...9 Using the touchpad...11 Using the keyboard...12 Connecting external devices...14 Switching GPU (Select models only) ...16... -
Page 5: Chapter 1. Getting To Know Your Computer
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Note: The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. - Page 6 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Integrated camera (Select models only) Wireless module antennas Computer display Power button OneKey Rescue system button Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 24. System status indicators Built-in microphone Touchpad Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 11. Fingerprint reader (Select models only)
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Page 7: Left-Side View
Left-side view Fan louvers Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. RJ-45 port Note: For details, see “Wired connection” on page 20. HDMI port USB port Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 15. Chapter 1. -
Page 8: Right-Side View
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-side view Headphone jack Attention: • Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your hearing. Microphone jack GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) switch (Select models only) USB port Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device”... -
Page 9: Front View
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Page 10: Bottom View
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view Battery latch - manual Hard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/ Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment Speakers Battery pack Battery latch - spring loaded - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. -
Page 11: Chapter 2. Learning The Basics
Chapter 2. Learning the basics First use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Reading the manuals Read the supplied manuals before using your computer. -
Page 12: Shutting Down Your Computer
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Putting your computer into sleep state or shutting it down When you finish working with your computer, you can put it into sleep state or shut it down. Putting your computer into sleep state If you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put the computer into sleep state. -
Page 13: Using Ac Adapter And Battery
Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by checking the battery icon in the notification area. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it is difficult to predict how long a battery charge will last. - Page 14 If you are not going to use the computer for an extended period of time, or if you need to send your computer to Lenovo for service, etc. remove the battery pack from the computer. Before removing the battery pack, make sure the computer has been shut down.
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Page 15: Using The Touchpad
Using the touchpad Touchpad Left click button Right click button Notes: You can enable/disable the touchpad using Fn+F6. • When the touchapad indicator is lit, the touchpad is disabled. • Chapter 2. Learning the basics - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to move. -
Page 16: Using The Keyboard
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8 . Note: The NumLk indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. - Page 17 The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + Esc: Fn + F1: Fn + F2: Fn + F3: Fn + F4: Fn + F5: Fn + F6: Fn + F8: Fn + F9: Fn + F10: Fn + F11: Fn + F12: Fn + PrtSc: Fn + Home:...
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Page 18: Connecting External Devices
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Connecting external devices Your computer has a wide range of built-in features and connection capabilities. Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) card • Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card •... -
Page 19: Enabling Bluetooth Communications
Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device Your computer comes with three USB ports and an eSATA/USB port compatible with USB devices. Note: When using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use the external device’s power adapter. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, and system shut down may result. -
Page 20: Switching Gpu (Select Models Only)
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Switching GPU (Select models only) Some IdeaPad models support Switchable Graphics. With this technology, you have the flexibility to switch between a dedicated Nvidia (increased-performance GPU) and an integrated Intel GPU (power-saving GPU), without restarting the Windows operating system. *GPU is short for graphics processing unit. -
Page 21: Special Keys And Buttons
• When the computer is powered-off, press this button to enter the OneKey Rescue system if Lenovo OneKey Rescue system has been preinstalled. • In Windows operating system, press this button to start Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 24. -
Page 22: System Status Indicators
Chapter 2. Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Caps lock indicator Num lock indicator Hard disk drive indicator... -
Page 23: Securing Your Computer
For details about how to set the password, see the Help to the right of the screen in BIOS setup utility. Note: To enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is starting up. -
Page 24: Chapter 3. Connecting To The Internet
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web browsing and entertainment. You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways: Wired connection: use physical wiring to connect. -
Page 25: Hardware Connection
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Hardware connection: Cable Telephone line TV cable Splitter * Splitter * Cable modem * DSL modem * * Not supplied. Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary. Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer. -
Page 26: Wireless Connection
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Wireless connection Wireless connections provide mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online anywhere the wireless signal covers. Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built based on the following standards. Wi-Fi WiMAX Mobile Broadband... - Page 27 Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless communications, do the following: 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch from 2 Press Fn + F5 to make configuration. Hardware connection Access point * Wi-Fi/WiMAX network * Not supplied.
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Page 28: Chapter 4. Onekey Rescue System
OneKey Rescue system Introduction The Lenovo OneKey Rescue system is an easy-to-use application that can be used to back up the data on your system partition (C drive) for easy restore when required. You can run Lenovo OneKey Recovery under the Windows operating system, and the OneKey Rescue system without starting the Windows operating system. - Page 29 Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue system Using Lenovo OneKey Rescue system (without Windows operating system) In the event that the operating system cannot be loaded, follow the steps below to access OneKey Rescue system. • Shut down your computer. • Press the key to launch OneKey Rescue system.
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Page 30: Appendix A. Cru Instructions
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Any other battery could ignite or explode. To replace the battery, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. -
Page 31: 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 disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and •... - Page 32 Appendix A. CRU instructions To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer; then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack.
- Page 33 6 Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame 8 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 9 Attach the metal frame to a new hard disk drive and tighten the screws. 0 Put the hard disk drive gently into the hard disk drive bay with the tab facing upwards and the connectors facing each other;...
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Page 34: Replacing Memory
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing memory You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a double data rate (DDR3) small outline dual inline memory module (SO- DIMM)-available as an option-in the memory slot of your computer. SO- DIMMs are available in various capacities. - Page 35 6 If two SO-DIMMs are already installed in the memory slot, remove one of them to make room for the new one by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Be sure to save the old SO- DIMM for future use.
- Page 36 Appendix A. CRU instructions To make sure that the SO-DIMM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1 Turn the computer on. 2 Hold F2 during startup. The BIOS setup utility screen opens. The System Memory item shows the total amount of memory installed in your computer.
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Page 37: 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... -
Page 38: Index
Index AC adapter Using ... 9 Battery Charging ... 9 Bluetooth Connecting ... 15 Camera ...2, 13 Card reader ...14 Function key combinations Keyboard Using ... 12 Microphone Built-in ... 2 OneKey Rescue System button Password Using Security ... 19 Touchpad ...12 ...24... - Page 39 For technical assistance, contact a Lenovo sup- port specialist 24 hours a day by calling toll free 1-877-4 LENOVO (1-877-453-6686). Additionally, you can find support information and updates on the Lenovo Web site located at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. * Only for the users from the United States.
- Page 40 New World. New Thinking. www.lenovo.com V1.0_en-US...