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SIM card slot (Select 
models only)Insert a SIM card (not supplied) for using Mobile Broadband.
Note:
In order to be able to insert a SIM card into this  slot, you must first disconnect the AC adapter and 
remove the battery pack.
 For details, see “Using Mobile Broadband (Select models only)” on page 21.
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„Reading the manuals
Read the supplied manuals before using your computer.
„Conncting to the power
The supplied battery pack is not fully charged at purchase.
To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the 
computer to an electrical outlet. The battery is automatically charged while the computer is 
running on AC power.
Installing the battery pack
Refer to the supplied  Setup Poster to install the battery pack.
Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet
1Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer firmly.
3Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
„Turning on the computer
Press the power button to turn on the computer.
„Configuring the operating system
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 
„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. 
When the computer is in sleep state, you can quickly wake it to resume use, and bypass the 
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To put the computer into sleep state, do one of the following.
 Click  and select Sleep from the Start menu.
 Fn + F1 .
To wake the computer, do one of the following.
 Press the power button.
 Press any key on the keyboard.
„ Shutting down your computer
If you are not going to use your computer for a day or two, shut it down.
To shut down your computer, click   and select  Shut down  from the Start menu.
Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking  (indicating that the computer is in sleep state) 
before you move your computer. Moving your co mputer while the hard disk is spinning can 
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„Checking battery status
You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by checking the battery icon in 
the notification area.
„Charging the battery
When you find that the battery power is low, you need to charge the battery or replace it with a 
fully charged one.
You need to charge the battery in any of the following situations:
 When you purchase a new battery
 If the battery status indicator starts blinking
 If the battery has not been used for a long time
„Removing the battery pack 
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.
„Handling the battery
If the rechargeable battery pack is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of an 
explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible 
injury and detriment to the environment, pay attention to the following points:
 Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo.
 Keep the battery pack away from fire.
 Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain.
 Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack.
 Do not short-circuit the battery pack.
 Keep the battery pack away from children.
 Do not put the battery pack in trash that is disposed of in landfills. When disposing of the 
battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations and your company’s safety standards.
Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it is difficult to predict how long a battery 
charge will last. There are two main factors:
 The amount of energy stored in the battery when you commence work.
 The way you use your computer: for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and 
how bright you make the computer display.
Notes:
You are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to prevent small particles from 
entering the inside of your computer.
 To increase the life of the battery pack, the computer does not start recharging the battery 
immediately after it drops from fully charged.
 Charge the battery at a temperature be tween 50 °F and 86 °F (10 °C-30 °C).
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To u c h p a dTo move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over 
the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to 
move.
Left click buttonThe function corresponds to that of the left mouse button on 
a conventional mouse.
Right click buttonThe function corresponds to that of the right mouse button 
on a conventional mouse.
Notes:
You can enable/disable the touchpad using  Fn+F8.
 When the touchpad indicator is lit, the touchpad is disabled.
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Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard.
„Numeric keypad
The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press 
the Num Lock  key.
„Function key combinations
Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this 
function, press and hold  Fn  ; then press one of the function keys  .
Note: The Num lock indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled.
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The following describes the features of each function key.
Fn + F1:Enter sleep mode.
Fn + F2: Turn on/off the backlight of the LCD screen.
Fn + F3:Open the interface for the display device switch to select this notebook or 
an external display.
Fn + F4: Open the interface for display resolution settings.
Fn + F5: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings (on/off).
Fn + F8: Enable/Disable the touchpad.
Fn + F9:Start/Pause playback of Windows Media Player.
Fn + F10: Stop playback of Windows Media Player.
Fn + F11:Skip to the previous track.
Fn + F12: Skip to the next track.
Fn + Delete:Enable/Disable the scroll lock.
Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request.
Fn + Pause:Activate the break function.
Fn +  ↑
 / ↓ : Increase/Decrease display brightness.
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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
 MultiMediaCard (MMC)
 Memory Stick (MS)
 Secure Digital PRO (SD PRO)
Inserting a memory card
1Push the dummy card until you hear a click. Gently pull the dummy card out of the 
memory card slot.
2Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.
Removing a memory card
1Push the memory card until you hear a click.
2Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
„Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device
Your computer comes with three USB ports and an eSATA/USB port compatible with USB 
devices.
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: The dummy card is used for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of your 
computer when the memory card slot is not in use. Retain the dummy card for future use.
Note:Before removing the memory card, disable it via Windows safely remove hardware and eject media 
utility to avoid data corruption.
Note:When using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use the external device’s 
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Connecting a  Bluetooth device (Select models only)
If your computer has an integrated  Bluetooth adapter card, it can connect to and transfer data 
wirelessly to other  Bluetooth enabled devices, such as notebook computers, PDAs and cell 
phones. You can transfer data between these devices without cables and up to 10 meters range in 
open space.
Enabling  Bluetooth  communications on your computer
1Slide the integrated wireless device switch from   to  .
2Press Fn + F5  to make configuration.
Note: The actual maximum range may vary due to interference and transmission barriers. To get the best 
possible connection speed, place the device as near your computer as possible.
Notes:
When you do not need to use the  Bluetooth function, turn it off to save battery power.
 You need to pair the  Bluetooth enabled device with your computer before you can transfer data 
between them. Read the documentation supplied with the  Bluetooth enabled device for details on how 
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„OneKey Rescue system button
 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.