Lenovo B50 10 Laptop User Guide

							Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
7 Connecting USB device
Your computer comes with two USB ports compatible with USB devices.
The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port on your computer, Windows 
automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver has been installed, you can 
disconnect and reconnect the device without performing any additional steps.
Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your computer has finished transferring 
data to that device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the Windows 
notification area to remove the device before disconnecting.
Note:Typically, Windows detects a new device after it has been connected, and then installs the driver 
automatically. However, some devices may require you to install the driver before connecting. Check 
the documentation provided by the device’s manufacturer before connecting the device.
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. 
						

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Right-side view  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
aKensington lock slotAttach a security lock (not supplied) here to help protect your computer 
from theft and unauthorized use. You can attach a security lock to your 
computer to help prevent it from being removed without your 
permission. For details on installing the security lock, please refer to the 
instructions shipped with the security lock that you have purchased.
Notes:
•Before purchasing any security product, verify that it is compatible with this type of security keyhole.
•You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security 
features. Lenovo offers no comment, judgment, or warranty regarding the function, quality, or 
performance of locking devices and security features.
bOptical drive 
(on select models)Reads/burns optical discs.
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Front view   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
aSystem status indicators
bMemory card slotAccepts memory cards (not supplied).
Note:For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 10.
SymbolIndicatorIndicator 
statusCharge 
statusMeaning
PowerOn 
(solid white)--- The computer is powered on.
Blinking --- The computer is in sleep mode.
Off --- The computer is powered off.
BatteryOn 
(solid white)Charging The battery has more than 80% charge.
Discharging The battery has more than 20% charge.
On 
(solid amber)DischargingThe battery has between 5% and 20% 
charge.
Blinking 
slowly 
(white)ChargingThe battery has between 20% and 80% 
charge. When the battery reaches 80% 
charge, the light will stop blinking. 
However, charging will continue until 
the battery is fully charged.
Blinking 
slowly 
(amber)ChargingThe battery has less than 20% charge. 
When the battery charge reaches 20%, 
the blinking color will change to white.
Blinking 
quickly 
(amber)Charging/
DischargingThe battery has less than 5% charge.
Caps lockOn 
(solid white)---Uppercase input mode is enabled. (All 
typed letters are uppercase by default.)
Off --- Uppercase input mode is disabled.
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Using memory cards (not supplied)
Your computer supports the following types of memory cards:
 Secure Digital (SD) card
 Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card
 Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC) card
 MultiMediaCard (MMC)
Inserting a memory card
Insert the memory card until it touches the bottom of the slot.
Removing a memory card
Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
Notes:
•Insert only one card in the slot at a time.
•This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.).
Note:Before removing the memory card, disable it by using the Windows safely remove hardware and eject 
media utility to avoid data corruption. 
						

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Bottom view  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
aVentilation slotsDissipate internal heat.
Note:Make sure that the ventilation slots are not blocked or else the computer may overheat.
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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows
Configuring the operating system for the first time   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
You may 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
Power-saving modes   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
When you have finished working with your computer, you can set it to shut down, sleep or 
hibernate.
Shutting down the computer
If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down.
To shut down the computer, do one of the following:
Windows 7:
Click Start   Shut down.
Windows 8.1:
- Open the charms, and then select Settings   Power   Shut down.
- Right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner and select Shut down or sign out  
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- Select   Shut down in the upper-right corner of the Start screen.
Putting your computer to sleep
If you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put the computer to sleep.
When the computer is in sleep mode, you can quickly wake it to resume use, bypassing the 
startup process.
To put the computer to sleep, do one of the following:
 Close the display lid.
 Press the Power button.
 Do the proper operations in the operating system.
Windows 7:
Click Start   Sleep.
Windows 8.1:
Open the charms, and then select Settings   Power   Sleep.
To wake the computer, do one of the following:
 Press any key on the keyboard.
 Press the Power button.
Note:The operation depends on the BIOS setup. Please refer to the actual product.
Note:Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in sleep mode) 
before you move your computer. Moving your computer while the hard disk is spinning can damage 
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Connecting to a wireless network   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
Enabling wireless connection
To enable wireless functions, do one of the following:
 Press F7 (   ) to disable airplane mode.
 Open the charms and select Settings       to open the network configuration page. Then
toggle the airplane mode switch to Off. (for the Windows 8.1 operating system)
Connecting to a wireless network
To connect to a wireless network, do the following:
1Press F7 (   ) to turn on the wireless feature.
2View the available wireless networks.
Windows 7:
Click the wireless network connection status icon in the Windows notification area. A list
of available wireless networks will be displayed.
Windows 8.1:
Open the charms bar and select Settings      . A list of available wireless networks
will be displayed.
3Click a network name in the list, and then click Connect.
Note:Some networks require a network security key or passphrase for connection. To connect to one of 
those networks, ask the network administrator or the Internet service provider (ISP) for the security 
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Help and support   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. To 
open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following:
Windows 7:
Click Start   Help and Support.
Windows 8.1:
- Select the Settings charm, then select Help.
- Press Windows key  + Fn + F1 (depending on your keyboard layout).
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.
Operating system interfaces (for the Windows 8.1 
operating system)   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
Windows 8.1 comes with two main 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 tile on the Start screen.
 Press the Windows key   + D.
To switch from the desktop to the Start screen, do one of the following:
 Select Start   from the charms bar.
 Press the Windows key  .
 Move the cursor to the lower-left corner, and then select the Start button.
Note:Windows 8.1 also provides an app, Help + Tips. You can find it on the Start screen, to learn more 
information on new features of Windows 8.1.
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The charms (for the Windows 8.1 operating system)   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
Charms are navigation buttons that let you control your Windows® 8.1 experience. Charms 
include: Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings. The Charms Bar is the menu that contains 
the charms.
The five charms provide new and faster ways to perform many basic tasks, and are always 
available regardless of whichever app you are currently in. To display the charms, do one of the 
following:
 Move the cursor to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms bar is displayed.
 Press the Windows key   + C.
 Search charm
The Search charm is a powerful new way to find what you are looking for, including settings, 
files, Web images, Web videos, etc.
 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.