Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Q100 Lenovo
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V ersion 1.0 2009.9 User Guide L e n o v o I de a C e n tr e Q 1 00 / Q 1 1 0 S e r i es 31039395B 31039395B_Q100_UG_FM_EN_V1.0.ind1 1 2009.8.25 11:07:00 AM.
Im po rta nt Sa fe ty In fo rma ti on Before using this manual, it is important that you r ead and understand all of the related safety information for this pr oduct. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide you received with this pr oduct for the latest safety information.
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1 Contents Co nt ent s Important Safety Information Chapter 1 Using the Computer Hardwar e .............................. 1 1.1 Front view ................................................................................2 1.2 Rear view ................
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1 2 3 4 5 Chapter This chap ter co ntain s the follo wing topics: ÿ Computer hardwar e introduction ÿ Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter may vary from your computer setup, depending on computer models and configurations.
2 User Guide 1.1 Front view Attention: Ensure that none of the air vents on the computer ar e blocked. Blocked air vents can lead to overheating problems. 2 3 4 5 1 Power button and power indicator Microphone socket USB2.0 ports (2) Base stand screw Headphone socket 1.
3 User Guide VGA port or HDMI port Power socket USB2.0 ports (2) Audio line-out port Ethernet port 1.3 Computer mount instruction The computer chassis can be placed in a vertical position. Installing the base stand 1. Attach the base stand to the unit.
4 User Guide The computer chassis also can be mounted behind your TV or monitor . (Only some models have this metal bracket.) 1. First, screw the metal bracket to the r ear of TV or monitor . 2. Slide the computer into this metal bracket and screw the computer firmly to the Bracket.
5 User Guide 1.4 Setting the display r esolution 1. When you connect the computer to your TV or monitor , adjust the display resolution to the optimum setting accor ding to the instructions in your TV or monitor’ s user manual or after consulting with the supplier .
6 User Guide 1.5 Connecting your computer Use the following information when connecting your computer . • Look for the small port/socket icons on the back of your computer .
7 User Guide 1.5.3 Connect the monitor cable to the monitor port on the computer . • If you have a Video Graphics Array (VGA) Standar d monitor , connect the cable to the port as shown. • If you have an HDMI monitor , connect the cable to the port as shown.
8 User Guide Headphone Use this socket to attach headphones to your computer when you want to listen to music or other audio without disturbing anyone.
9 User Guide b. Connect the cable to the speaker , if necessary . On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. c. Connect the speakers to the audio line-out port on the computer . d. Connect the plug to the power sour ce. Note: Some models are not equipped with external speakers.
10 User Guide 1.5.8 Connect the power cables properly to earthed electrical outlets. 31039395B_Q100&Q110_UG_EN_V1.0.i10 10 2009.8.24 4:54:23 PM.
1 2 3 4 5 Chapter Re co ver y Wiz ar d This chap ter co ntain s the follo wing topics: ÿ Recovery Wizard Attention: Using this program will r esult in loss of data.
12 User Guide Recovery Wizard Recovery Wizard will lead you thr ough steps to recover your computer s ystem. Y ou can also return your computer to original factory configuration. 1. T ur n on the computer . When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key to launch the Windows Boot Manager .
13 User Guide 3. Click Next . 4. The recovery will take several minutes to complete. Note: Do not restart your computer while r ecovery is in progr ess.
14 User Guide 5. Click Restart or Shutdown to finish the recovery pr ocess. 31039395B_Q100&Q110_UG_EN_V1.0.i14 14 2009.8.24 4:54:25 PM.
1 2 3 4 5 Chapter Us ing t he Co mpu ter S oft wa r e This chap ter co ntain s the follo wing topics: ÿ Computer software instructions Note: The interface and functionality of these features may vary accor ding to the software that was shipped with the computer model that you purchased.
16 User Guide Instructions on how to play High Definition (HD) audio and video files 1. Video format The standard pr oduct has no installation software or a plug-in for high definition audio and vi.
17 User Guide Attention: IdeaCentr e Q100 (machine type 10027) is on ly instealled with T rend Micro Internet Security software. 3.1 CyberLink PowerDVD Cyberlink PowerDVD is a media player designed to play common audio and video files. It supports some High Definition (HD) audio and video files such as MPEG2, H.
18 User Guide T rend Micro Internet Security is a common type of antivirus software. It can scan and kill viruses and T rojans on the computer . 3.2.1 Using T r end Micro Internet Security Choose T rend Micro Internet Security in All Programs fr om the Start menu to launch the T rend Micro Internet Security antivirus software.
1 2 3 4 5 Chapter Sy ste m M ain te nan ce and Re cov ery This chap ter co ntain s the follo wing topics: ÿ Daily Maintenance and T ools Instructions User Guide 19 31039395B_Q100&Q110_UG_EN_V1.
20 User Guide 4.1 Restoring the system The system can develop problems due to err oneous operation or the installation of additional software. If softwar e problems develop in the originally installed softwar e, you can restor e the system by using the system backup and restoration featur es.
21 User Guide 4.4 Checking for and corr ecting disk errors T o properly maintain your system, you should periodically check for and fix har d disk errors by doing the following: 1. Right-click the icon for the hard disk drive (HDD) that you want to r eorganize, then select Properties fr om the pop-up menu.
22 User Guide Note: T o 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 that are included with the product.
1 2 3 4 5 Chapter T r oub les hoo tin g and Co nfir mi ng Se tup This chap ter co ntain s the follo wing topics: ÿ T roubleshooting and Problem Resolution User Guide 23 31039395B_Q100&Q110_UG_EN_V1.
24 User Guide Solving problems Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer: • If you added or removed a part befor e the problem started, r eview the installation procedur es and ensure that the part is corr ectly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is pr operly connected.
25 User Guide or monitor does not support this new resolution, the system will r ecovery to the original resolution within 20 seconds. Set the refr esh rate of your TV or monitor to less than 60 Hz to avoid damage to your TV or monitor .
26 User Guide • Adjust the Windows volume control — click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower -right cor ner of your screen. Ensur e that the volume is tur ned up and that the sound is not muted. 5.3 T roubleshooting softwar e problems Problem: Y ou are unable to exit a running pr ogram normally .
27 User Guide hard disk space. This may account for the appar ent hard disk capacity deficit. Further T echnical Explanation: The nominal capacity of the hard disk is expressed in the decimal system, 1000 bytes.
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