Lenovo Ideapad 500s 13isk User Guide

							
Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.  
ideapad 500S-13ISK
User Guide 
Lenovo  
						

							First Edition (August 2015)
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tures may not 
be available on your computer or your computer may include features that\
 are not 
described in this user guide. Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows ®
 10. If you are 
using another Windows operating system, some operations may be slightly \
different. If 
you are using other operating systems, some operations may not apply to \
you.
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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer.....................................................................................  1
Top view.........................................................................................................................................................  1
Left-side view ................................................................................................................................................  5
Right-side view .............................................................................................................................................  8
Bottom view.................................................................................................................................................  11
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 .........................................................................................  12
Configuring the operating system for the first time ..............................................................................  12
Operating system interfaces ......................................................................................................................  12
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down................................................................................  14
Connecting to a wireless network ............................................................................................................  16
Get help from Windows ............................................................................................................................  17
Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery System..............................................................................  18
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting............................................................................................................  19
Frequently asked questions .......................................................................................................................  19
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................................  21
Trademarks ......................................................................................................................................  24 
						

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•When closing the display panel, be careful not to leave pens or any other objects in between the display 
panel and the keyboard. Otherwise, the display panel may be damaged.
Note:The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally.
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aIntegrated cameraUse the camera for video communication.
bBuilt-in microphoneCaptures sound which can be used for video conferencing, voice 
narration, or audio recording.
cComputer displayThe computer display with LED backlight provides brilliant visual 
output.
dWireless LAN antennasConnect to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless radio 
signals.
ePower buttonPress this button to turn on the computer.
fVentilation slotsDissipate internal heat.
Note:Make sure that the ventilation slots are not blocked or else the computer may overheat.
gTouchpadThe touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.
Touchpad: To move the pointer on the screen, slide your fingertip over 
the pad in the direction in which you want the pointer to move.
Touchpad buttons: The functions of the left/right side correspond to 
that of the left/right mouse button on a conventional mouse.
Note:You can enable/disable the touchpad by pressing F6 (   ). 
						

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3 ■Using the keyboard
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  .
The following describes the features of each function key.
Fn + Home:Activates the pause function.
Fn + End:Activates the break function.
Fn + PgUp:Enables/disables the scroll lock.
Fn + PgDn:Activates the insert function.
Fn + Space 
(on select models):Adjusts the keyboard backlight.
Default status: off
OperationBacklight 
statusBacklight brightness
Press for the first timeOnThe backlight brightness 
range reaches 50%.
Press for the second time OnThe backlight brightness 
range reaches 100%.
Press for the third timeOff 
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Hotkeys
You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate hotkeys.
Setting hotkey mode
By default, the hotkey functions are accessible by pressing the appropriate hotkey. However, 
you can disable the hotkey mode in the BIOS setup utility.
To disable the hotkey mode:
1Shut down the computer.
2Press the Novo button and then select BIOS Setup.
3In the BIOS setup utility, open the Configuration menu, and change the setting of HotKey 
Mode from Enabled to Disabled.
4Open the Exit menu, and select Exit Saving Changes.
:Mutes/unmutes the sound.:Enables/disables Airplane 
mode.
: Decreases the volume level. :Displays all currently active 
apps.
:Increases the volume level.:Turns on/off the backlight of the 
LCD screen.
:Closes the currently active 
window.:Toggles the display between the 
computer and an external device.
:Refreshes the desktop or the 
currently active window.:Decreases the display brightness.
: Enables/disables the touchpad. : Increases the display brightness.
Note:When hotkey mode is disabled, press the Fn key and the appropriate hotkey to access the 
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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.
bAC power adapter jackConnects to the AC power adapter.
cUSB 2.0 portConnects to USB devices.
Notes:
When the computer is on, the USB port supports charging function.
When the battery has more than 20% charge, the USB port with the   icon can charge external USB 
devices while the computer is shut down.
For details, see “Connecting USB device” on page 9.
dMemory card slotInsert memory cards (not supplied) here.
Note:For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 7.
eCombo audio jackConnects to headsets.
Notes:
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 standards.
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fSystem status indicators
IndicatorIndicator statusMeaning
Battery status indicatorOn (solid white) The battery has more than 20% charge.
On (solid amber) The battery has between 5% and 20% charge.
Blinking quickly (amber) The battery has less than 5% charge.
Blinking slowly (amber)The battery is being charged. When the battery 
charge reaches 20%, the blinking color will 
change to white.
Blinking slowly (white)The battery has between 20% and 80% charge 
and is still charging. When the battery reaches 
80% charge the light will stop blinking, but 
charging will continue until the battery is fully 
charged.
Power status indicatorOn (solid white) The computer is powered on.
Blinking The computer is in sleep mode.
Off The computer is powered off.