Lenovo Miix 3 Owners Manual

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Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
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 briefly, 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:
 Press the Power button.
 Open the charms, and then select Settings   Power   Sleep.
To wake the computer, do one of the following:
 Press any key on the keyboard.
 Press the Power button.
Shutting down the computer
If you are not going to use 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.
 Press and hold or right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner and select Shut down or
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The display panel can accept inputs like a tablet, using the multi-touch screen, or like a 
traditional notebook computer, using the keyboard and touchpad.
Multi-touch gestures
You can touch the screen with one or more fingertips to perform a variety of tasks.
Frequently used gesturesTasks performed
Tap
Tap once on an item.
Performs an action, such as starting an app, 
opening a link, or performing a command. 
Similar to left-clicking with a mouse.
Press and hold
Press your finger down and leave it there for a 
moment.
Enables you to see detailed information 
before selecting an action. Can also open a 
menu with more options. Similar to right-
clicking with a mouse. 
						

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Zoom
Move two fingers together or apart while 
touching the screen.
Zooms in and out on visual apps, such as 
pictures and maps. Can also jump to the 
beginning or end of a list.
Rotate
Place two or more fingers on an item and then 
turn your hand.
Rotates an object (Note: Not all items can be 
rotated, depending upon the app.).
Slide
Drag your finger across the screen.
Pans or scrolls through lists and pages. 
Can also move an object or be used to draw 
or write, depending upon the app. Similar 
to pressing and holding to pan and to 
scrolling with a mouse. (continued)
Frequently used gesturesTasks performed 
						

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Swipe
Start from any edge of the screen, then swipe 
inwards toward the center.
Swiping down from the top edge or up 
from the bottom edge displays a task bar on 
the bottom of the screen with app 
commands, including save, edit, and delete.
If you have an app currently open, you 
can also:
•Swipe from the top edge to halfway 
down the screen without lifting your 
finger to dock that app on the left or 
right side of the screen. This enables you 
to keep two apps open simultaneously 
in a split-screen format.
•Swipe from the top edge straight down 
to the bottom edge of the screen 
continuously without lifting your finger 
to close the currently open app. (continued)
Frequently used gesturesTasks performed 
						

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Swiping in from the left edge can:
•Bring in and open an app currently 
running in the background.
If there is more than one currently open 
app, you can:
•Swipe in from the left to bring in an app 
and, without lifting your finger, push that 
app quickly back off the left edge of the 
screen. This displays a list of the apps 
currently running in the background.
Swiping in from the right edge of the screen 
displays the charms. (continued)
Frequently used gesturesTasks performed 
						

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Connecting to a wireless network   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
Enabling wireless connection
To confirm that Airplane mode is disabled, go to the desktop and check the notification area.
If you see the   icon displayed on the lower right, then Airplane mode is on. Otherwise, 
wireless function is enabled.
If Airplane mode is on, do one of the following to enable the wireless function:
Fn + Backspace to disable Airplane mode (located on the folio case).
 Open the charms, select Settings       to open the Network configuration page, and then
toggle the Airplane mode switch to Off.
Connecting to a wireless network
After wireless has been enabled, the computer will scan for available wireless networks and 
display them in the wireless network list. To connect to a wireless network, click the network 
name in the list, and then click Connect.
Note:Airplane mode is disabled by default.
Note:Some networks require a network security key or passphrase for connection. To connect to one of 
those networks, ask the network administrator or the Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the security 
key or passphrase. 
						

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Help and support   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
If you have any problems using the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. 
To open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following:
 Select the Settings charm. Select Help.
You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer. You can also get online help 
and support by clicking the link listed under More to explore.
Note:Windows 8.1 also provides an app, Help+Tips. You can find it on the Start screen, to learn more about 
new features of Windows 8.1. 
						

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Chapter 3. Recovery system
Introduction
Push-button reset is a built-in recovery tool that enables users to restore their operating system 
to its original state. This preserves their data and important customizations, without the need to 
back up their data in advance.
The following Push-button reset features are available to users from multiple locations within 
Wi n d o w s :
Refreshing the computer
Fixes software problems by reinstalling the factory default configuration. This preserves the 
user ’s data, important settings, and any Windows Store apps previously purchased from the 
Windows Store.
Resetting the computer
Prepares the computer for recycling or transfer of ownership. This reinstalls the factory default 
configuration and returns all user data and applications to the state of their original Out-of-Box 
Experience (OOBE).
Using Push-button reset
Push-button reset can be launched using one of the following methods:
 Power button + Volume up button:
- Shut down the computer and wait at least five seconds.
- Press and hold the volume up button and then press the Power button, until the Novo 
Menu appears on the screen.
 Windows PC settings:
- Windows PC settings   Update and recovery  Recovery  Advanced startup  select 
Restart now.
For more instructions, see the Windows Help and Support file on your computer.
When I purchased my computer, it included a copy of Windows. How can I determine whether the 
copy of Windows is preinstalled by Lenovo?
On the outside of the sales package of your computer, you should find a label containing 
configuration information for your computer. Check the printed string next to OS. If it contains 
Windows or WIN, the copy of Windows was preinstalled by Lenovo.
What is the Recovery Partition?
If your computer is preinstalled with any version of Windows 8 (8.1), the storage device of your 
computer contains a Recovery Partition. This partition contains the image file of the preinstalled 
Windows operating system. In cases of system failure, you can use the Lenovo OneKey 
Recovery system or the Windows Reset feature to restore the operating system to its factory 
status.
Note:The Recovery Partition is not assigned a drive letter and cannot be accessed through Windows File 
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I uninstalled a preinstalled software, but there is no significant increase in the free drive space.
The copy of Windows running on your computer may be WIMBoot-enabled. For computers 
with WIMBoot-enabled Windows, the majority of files needed for preinstalled software are 
installed on the Recovery Partition and won’t be deleted through normal uninstallation.
What happens if I attempt to delete or modify the Recovery Partition?
Attention: 
•Do not delete or modify the Recovery Partition on a WIMBoot-enabled computer.
If the Recovery Partition is deleted or modified, you may not be able to restore Windows to the 
factory status. For computer models on which WIMBoot is enabled, deleting the Recovery 
Partition may cause Windows to fail to start.
How can I determine whether the Windows running on my computer is WIMBoot enabled?
WIMBoot technology is normally enabled on copies of Windows 8.1 Update running on SSD 
(or eMMC) -only computer models. To check your computer,
1On the charms bar, click the Search charm.
2Make sure Settings or Everywhere is selected as the search scope and type Disk 
Management in the search box.
3Click the search result and the Disk Management program starts.
If Wim Boot is labeled on the Windows partition (as illustrated), WIMBoot is enabled on your 
copy of Windows. 
						

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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Frequently asked questions  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
This section lists frequently asked questions by category.
Finding information
Drivers
Getting help
What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer?
The Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide which came with your computer contains safety 
precautions for using your computer. Read and follow all precautions during use.
Where can I find the hardware specifications for my computer?
You can find hardware specifications for your computer on the printed flyers which came with 
your computer.
Where can I find warranty information?
For the warranty applicable to your computer, including the warranty period and type of warranty 
service, see the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide (SWSG) that came with your computer.
Where can I find drivers for the various hardware devices of my computer?
You can download the latest device drivers from the Lenovo consumer support website.
How can I contact the customer support center?
See “Chapter 3. Getting help and service” in the Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide.