Product overview

Indicator

Meaning

 

 

Battery status

Green:

 

The battery is charged between 80% to 100% of the capacity,

 

and being discharged between 20% to 80% of the capacity.

 

Blinking green:

 

The battery is charged between 20% to 80% of the capacity,

 

and being charged.

 

Orange:

 

The battery is charged between 5% and 20% of the capacity,

 

and being discharged.

 

Blinking orange (slow):

 

The battery is charged between 5% to 20% of the capacity,

 

and being charged.

 

Blinking orange (rapid):

 

The battery is charged between 0% to 5% of the capacity.

 

 

Standby status

Green:

 

The computer is in standby mode.

 

Blinking green:

 

The computer is entering standby mode or hibernation mode,

 

or is resuming normal operation.

 

 

FRU tests

The following table shows the test for each FRU.

FRU

Applicable test

 

 

 

System board

1.

Diagnostics -->CPU/Coprocessor

 

2.

Diagnostics -->Systemboard

 

 

 

LCD unit

1.

Diagnostics -->Video Adapter

 

2.

Interactive Tests -->Video

 

 

 

Keyboard

1.

Diagnostics -->Systemboard -->Keyboard

 

2.

Interactive Tests -->Keyboard

 

 

Hard disk drive

Diagnostics -->Fixed Disks

 

 

 

Diskette drive

v

Diagnostics -->Diskette Drives

Memory

1.

If two DIMMs are installed, remove one of them and run

 

 

Diagnostics -->Memory Test—Quick.

 

2.

If the problem does not recur, return the DIMM to its place,

 

 

remove the other one, and run the test again.

 

3.

If the test does not detect the error, run Diagnostics -->

 

 

Memory Test—Full.

 

 

 

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N100 specifications

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In terms of storage, the N100 includes options that range from 40GB to 80GB hard drives. This capacity caters well to the needs of users who require ample storage for documents, media, and various software applications. The integrated CD/DVD drive further enhances its versatility, enabling users to read and write discs, which is particularly useful for those who rely on physical media.

The Lenovo N100 features a 14-inch display with a resolution of 1280x800 pixels, providing a decent viewing experience for its size. The screen's size strikes a good balance between portability and usability, making it easy to work on for extended periods without straining the eyes. Additionally, the inbuilt Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 offers sufficient graphical performance for light gaming and multimedia tasks.

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