Lenovo Ideapad 100 15iby User Guide

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1
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 Start charm
The Start charm is a fast way to go to the Start screen.
 Devices charm
The Devices charm allows you to connect or send files to any external devices, including the 
devices to play, print, and project.
 Settings charm
The Settings charm lets you perform basic tasks, such as setting the volume or shutting down 
the computer. Also, you can get to the Control Panel through the Settings charm when on the 
Desktop screen. 

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When you have finished working with your computer, you can put it to sleep or shut it down.
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:...

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Shutting down the computer
If you are not going to us e your computer for a long time, shut it down.
To shut down the computer, do one of the following:
• 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  
Shut down .
 Select    Shut down in the upper-right corner of the Start screen.
Note:The operation depends on the BIOS setup.  Please refer to the...

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Enabling wireless connection
To enable wireless functions, do one of the following:
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.
Connecting to a wireless network
After wireless has been...

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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:
 Select Settings charm, then select Help.
 Press Windows key   + Fn + F1.
You can read...

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Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery System
The Lenovo OneKey Recovery System is software designed to back up and restore your 
computer. You can use it to restore the system partition to its original status in case of a system 
failure. You can also create user backups for easy restoration as required.
Backing up the system partition
You can back up the system partition to an image file. This image file can be used to restore the 
system partition. To back up the system partition:
1In Windows, press...

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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
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This section lists frequently asked questions by category.
Finding information
Drivers and preinstalled software
Lenovo OneKey Recovery System
What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer?
The Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide which came with your computer contains...

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BIOS setup utility
Getting help
What is the BIOS setup utility?
The BIOS setup utility is a ROM-based software. It displays basic computer information and 
provides options for setting boot devices, security, hardware mode, and other preferences.
How can I start the BIOS setup utility?
To start the BIOS setup utility:
1Shut down the computer.
2Press the Novo button and then select BIOS Setup.
How can I change the boot mode?
There are two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy...

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Display problems
When I turn on the 
computer, nothing appears 
on the screen. •
If the screen is blank, make sure that:
- The AC power adapter is connected to the computer, and 
plugged into a working electrical outlet.
- The computer power is on....

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Sleep problems
The critical low-battery 
error message appears, 
and the computer 
immediately turns off.•The battery power is getting low. Connect the AC power 
adapter to the computer.
The computer enters sleep 
mode immediately after 
Power-on self-test 
(POST).•Make sure that:
- The battery pack is charged.
- The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. 
See “Chapter 2. Use and care Information” in the Lenovo 
Safety and General Information Guide.
Note:If...