Lenovo Ideapad 110 15acl User Guide

							Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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Lenovo ideapad 110-15ACL
aLouversAllow air to enter the computer for cooling. 
						

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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
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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
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Windows 10 comes with a powerful and useful start menu.
To open the start menu, do one of the following:
 Press the Windows key  on the keyboard.
 Select Start  on the lower-left corner of the desktop.
aGet Started appeStart button
bSettings buttonfSearch box
cPower buttongTask view button
dAll apps button 
						

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Settings
Settings lets you perform basic tasks. You can also search for more settings with the settings 
search box in the upper-right corner.
To open the settings, do the following:
 Open the start menu, and then select Settings  .
Personalize the start menu
You can personalize the start menu with your favorite apps.To personalize the start menu, do the following:
1Open the start menu, and then select All apps  to display the apps list.
2Right click the app you want to add to the start menu, and then select Pin to Start.
Note:You can also drag apps from the Most used or All apps columns to add them to the start menu. 
						

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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
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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:
 Close the display lid.
 Press the Power button.
 Open the start menu, and then select Power   Sleep.
To wake the computer, do one of the following:
 Press any key on the keyboard.
 Press the Power button.
Note:Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in sleep mode) 
before you move your computer. Moving your computer while the hard disk is spinning can damage 
the hard disk, causing loss of data. 
						

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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 start menu, and then select Power   Shut down.
Start button in the lower-left corner and select Shut down or sign out  Shut down. 
						

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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10
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Task view
To open the task view, do one of the following:
 Select the Task view button  on the task bar.
 Press the Windows key  + Tab.
Virtual desktop management
Windows 10 supports the ability to create, manage and switch between virtual desktops. 
To create a new virtual desktop, do one of the following:
 Open the task view, and then select New desktop.
 Press the Windows key  + Ctrl + D.
To switch between different desktops, do one of the following:
 Open the task view and select the desktop you want active.
 Press the Windows key  + Ctrl +  /  to scroll through the desktops you’ve created. 
						

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Connecting to a wireless network    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
Enabling wireless connection
To enable wireless functions, do the following:
1Press F7 (  ) to disable airplane mode.
2Click  on the lower-right corner of the task bar to open the network configuration page.
Connecting to a wireless network
After wireless has been enabled, the computer will automatically 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.
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Windows 10 also provides the Get Started app to explain the new features of Windows 10. You 
can find it on the start menu.
To open the Get Started app, do one of the following:
 Open the start menu and select Get Started .
Fn + F1 (depending on your keyboard layout).
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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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 the Novo button or double-click OneKey Recovery icon to start the 
Lenovo OneKey Recovery System.
2Click System Backup.
3Select a back-up location and click Next to start the backup.
Restoring
You can choose to restore the system partition to its original status or to a previously created 
back-up point. To restore the system partition:
1In Windows, press the Novo button or double-click OneKey Recovery icon to start the 
Lenovo OneKey Recovery System.
2Click System Recovery. The computer will restart to the recovery environment.
3Follow the on-screen instructions to restore the system partition to its original status or to a 
previously created back-up point.
If Windows cannot be started, then follow the steps below to start the Lenovo OneKey 
Recovery System:
1Shut down the computer.
2Press the Novo button. From Novo Button Menu, select System Recovery and press Enter.
Notes:•If your computer is preinstalled with a GNU/Linux operating system, OneKey Recovery System is 
not available.
•To utilize the features of the OneKey Recovery System, your hard disk already includes a hidden 
partition by default to store the system image file and the OneKey Recovery System program files. This 
default partition is hidden for security reasons, which explains why the available disk space is less than 
the stated capacity.
Notes:•You can choose a back-up location on the local hard disk drive or an external storage device.•Remove the removable hard disk drive before starting the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System. Otherwise, 
data from the removable hard disk drive might be lost.
•The back-up process may take a while.•The back-up process is only available when Windows can be started normally.
Notes:•The recovery process is irreversible. Make sure to back up any data you wish to save on the system 
partition before starting the recovery process.
•The recovery process may take a while. So be sure to connect the AC power adapter to your computer 
during the recovery process.
•The above instructions should be followed when Windows can be started normally. 
						

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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Frequently asked questions   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
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 safety 
precautions for using your computer. Read and follow all the precautions when using your computer.
Where can I find the hardware specifications for my computer?
You can find the hardware specification for your computer on the printed flyers which came 
with your computer.
Where can I find warranty information?
For detailed warranty information on this machine, please visit below website to check out: support.lenovo.com/warrantystatus.
Where are the installation discs for Lenovo preinstalled software (desktop software)?
Your computer did not come with installation discs for Lenovo preinstalled software. If you 
need to reinstall any preinstalled software, you can find the installation program on the D 
partition of your hard disk. If you cannot find the installation program there, you can also 
download it from the Lenovo consumer support website.
Where can I find drivers for the various hardware devices of my computer?
If your computer is preinstalled with a Windows operating system, Lenovo provides drivers for 
all the hardware devices that you need on the D partition of your hard disk. You can also 
download the latest device drivers from the Lenovo consumer support website.
Where are the recovery discs?
Your computer did not come with any recovery discs. Use the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System 
if you need to restore the system to its original factory status.
What can I do if the back-up process fails?
If you can start the backup but it fails during the back-up process, try the following steps:
1Close all open programs, and then restart the back-up process.
2Check to see if the destination media is damaged. Select another path and then try again.
When do I need to restore the system to its factory status?
Use this feature when the operating system fails to start up. If there is critical data on the system 
partition, back it up before starting recovery. 
						

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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
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 contact the customer support center?
See “Chapter 3. Getting help and service” in the Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide.