Lenovo V370 manual Switching GPU Select models only, To change the GPU, do the following

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Chapter 2. Learning the basics

Switching GPU (Select models only)--------------------------------------------

Some IdeaPad models support Switchable Graphics. With this technology, you have the flexibility to switch between a dedicated Nvidia® GPU* (increased-performance GPU) and an integrated Intel GPU (power-saving GPU), without restarting the Windows operating system.

*GPU is short for graphics processing unit.

Note: The dedicated Nvidia GPU provides you with superior graphics performance while the energy-efficient integrated graphics provides longer operation with the battery. You can to switch to the high-performance GPU to gain the best graphics performance. However, when the computer is using battery power you are advised to switch to the power-saving GPU if you are not running graphics-intensive applications.

To change the GPU, do the following:

1Start your computer in the Windows operating system. If the computer is in sleep or hibernation mode, press the power button to wake it up.

Note: Do not try to change the GPU when the computer is in sleep or hibernation mode.

2Slide and release the GPU switch on the left side of your computer. A dialog box might appear to inform you of the change in the GPU.

Note: During the switch, the computer display may appear differently for several seconds.

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Lenovo First Edition December Copyright Lenovo Contents Page Getting to know your computer Top viewFingerprint Left-side view Right-side view Combo port VGA portFront view Bottom view „ Connecting to the power „ Configuring the operating systemLearning the basics „ Reading the manuals„ Shutting down your computer Putting your computer into sleep state„ Checking battery status „ Charging the battery„ Removing the battery pack „ Handling the batteryUsing the touchpad „ Function key combinations Using the keyboard „ Numeric keypad Learning the basics Removing a memory card „ Using memory cards not suppliedInserting a memory card Enabling Bluetooth communications „ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device„ Connecting a Bluetooth device Select models only Switching GPU Select models only To change the GPU, do the followingOneKey Rescue system button a Special keys and buttonsSystem status indicators „ Using passwords „ Attaching a security lock not supplied„ Fingerprint reader Securing your computerConnecting to the Internet Wired connectionCable „ Software configuration„ Hardware connection Wireless connection Wi-FiHardware connection „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAXEnabling wireless connectionSoftware configuration OneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system„ Introduction OneKey Rescue system Replacing the battery Appendix A. CRU instructionsReplacing the hard disk drive Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing memory Installed in SLOT-0 lower slot, but not in SLOT-1 upper slot Appendix A. CRU instructions Trademarks Index Do not Return IT to the Store New World. New Thinking.TM
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