Lenovo B5400 Laptop User Guide

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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The following is a brief introduction to the function key combinations.
Fn+Esc:
• On the Windows 7 operating system: Press  Fn+Esc 
to open the camera and  audio settings window. 
The camera preview is turned on. Change the 
camera and audio settings as desired.
 On the Windows 8 operating system: Press  Fn+Esc 
to enable or disable the camera.
Fn+F1:Enters sleep mode.
Fn+F2:Turns on/off the backlight of the LCD screen.
Fn+F3:Opens the display device switch...

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Kensington 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...

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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 particular 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.
Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your...

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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. 
Hardware connection:
 
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider  (ISP) for details on how to configure 
your computer.
Cable  Cable Internet services use  a cable modem connected to 
the residential cable TV line.
DSL  DSL is a family of related technologies that bring 
highspeed network access to homes and small...

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Combo audio 
jackConnects to headsets.
Notes: 
The combo audio jack does not su pport conventional microphones.
 The recording function might not be supporte d if third-party headphones or headsets 
are connected due to different industry standards....

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 System status indicators
The system status indicators show the current status of your computer.
Power and battery status indicator 
•Green:  The battery has a charge between 20% and 100% and the computer 
is powered on....

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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
ultiMediaCard (MMC)
Inserting a memory card
Slide a memory card in until it clicks into place.
Removing a memory card
1Push the memory card in until you hear a click.
2Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
Attention:
Insert only one card in the slot at...

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Battery 
latch - manualKeeps the battery pack secured in place.
Battery pack
Battery 
latch - spring 
loaded
Keeps the battery pack secured in place.
Bottom slot coverThe hard disk drive, memory module, and mini-PCI 
Express Card are...

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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
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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 operating system:
Move your cursor to the lower-right corner of the screen to open the 
charms bar, then select  Settings  Power  Shut down .
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