Lenovo Ideapad 305 15ibd User Guide

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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AC power adapter jackConnects the AC power adapter.
Lenovo OneLink 
connector
(on select models)When the AC power adapter is connected to the AC 
power adapter jack, it provides power to the 
computer and charges the battery. When a...

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RJ-45 port
Connects the computer to an Ethernet network.
Danger:
•To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not connect a telephone cable to the Ethernet 
port. You can only connect an Ethernet cable to this port.
HDMI portConnects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV 
or a display.
USB 3.0 ports or USB 
2.0 portsConnect to USB devices. For details, see 
“Connecting USB devices” on page 7.
Note: The USB 3.0 connector is compatible with USB 1.1, 2.0, and 3.0....

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
7 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 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 computer has...

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Connecting to a wired network
Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the 
Internet. 
Hardware connections:
                               
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details about 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 high 
speed network...

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Combo audio jackConnects to a headset.
Note: 
•The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones.
• The recording function might not be supported  if third-party headphones or headsets 
are connected due to different industry...

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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 AC 
adapter is not connected...

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Hard disk drive indicator 
When this indicator is on, the hard disk drive is reading or writing data.
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
• MultiMediaCard (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...

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Battery latch-manualKeeps the battery pack secured in place.
Battery packProvide the power for the computer.
Battery latch-spring loadedKeeps the battery pack secured in place.
Bottom slot coverThe hard disk drive, memory module,...

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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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To wake up the computer, do one of the following:
• Press the power button.
• Press the Fn key on the keyboard.
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 8.1 operating system:
Open the charms bar and select Settings  Power   Shut 
down.