Lenovo IdeaPad S9/S10
User Guide
New World. New Thinking.TM
S9/S10 User Guide V1.0 EN cover1-4
DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE
If your product is not working correctly
LENOVO
ENERGY STAR model information
Table 1. ENERGY STAR power-management features, by operating system
Explanation of Hard Disk Capacity
II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes
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Contents
Chapter 2. Using Your
Chapter 3. Using external
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care
Contents
Appendix C. Specifications
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited
Appendix B. Customer
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Top View
a b c d
Integrated camera
Power button
Wireless device switch
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Computer display
Microphone built-in
AC power adapter jack
Left-side View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Fan louvers
Right-side View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Security keyhole
PCI Express card slot
System status indicators
The system status indicators show the current status of your computer
Built-in speakers for rich powerful sound
Front View
Bottom View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
a b c d
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Battery latch - spring loaded
Battery latch - manual
Battery pack
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Hard Disk Drive/Memory RAM compartment
Hard Disk Drive
Memory RAM compartment
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Putting your computer to Stand by or Shutting It Down
Putting your computer to Stand By
Shutting Down Your computer
Using the Touch Pad
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Numeric Keypad
Using the Keyboard
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Function Key Combinations
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Fn + F2 Turn off/on the LCD screen
For details, see OneKey Rescue System User Guide
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
OneKey Rescue System button
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Using memory cards
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the Integrated Camera
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Inserting a memory card
Removing a memory card
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the Internet
Using LAN port
Using wireless LAN
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Attaching a Security Lock Optional
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Securing your computer
Using Passwords
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Only a system administrator is able to perform this procedure
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
To set a Supervisor Password
1 Select Set Supervisor Password, and press the Enter key
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Changing or Removing the Supervisor Password
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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer To set a User Password
Changing or Removing the User Password
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
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Using battery and AC adapter
Installing Device Drivers
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Your Computer Batteries
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Checking Battery Status
Using the AC Adapter
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
1 Connect the power cord to the transformer pack
Charging the Battery
Handling the Battery
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Danger
Danger
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Keep the battery pack away from fire
Chapter 3. Using external devices
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB device
Chapter 3. Using external devices
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Connecting a PC card device
Chapter 3. Using external devices
Chapter 3. Using external devices
Connecting an external display
Connecting a VGA monitor
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Connecting a headphone and audio device
Chapter 3. Using external devices
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Connecting an external microphone
Chapter 3. Using external devices
Chapter 3. Using external devices
Connecting a Bluetooth device
Enabling Bluetooth communications
your computer, see Lenovo IdeaPad S9/S10 Setup Poster
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Where are the recovery discs?
Where can I find warranty information?
How can I contact the Customer Support Center?
Troubleshooting
Display Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen
My screen goes blank while the computer is on
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Touch the touch pad Press any key Press the power button
A Password Problem
Keyboard Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
I forgot my password
The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly
Sleep or Hibernation Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
The screen is blank
Computer Screen Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting The screen is unreadable or distorted
3 Click the Advanced Settings button
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Incorrect characters appear on the screen
Sound Problems
Battery Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty
A Hard Disk Drive Problem
A Startup Problem
Other Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
The computer does not start from a device you want
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Getting Help and Service
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Getting Help on the Web
Calling the Customer Support Center
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
The following items are not covered
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Machine Type and Model
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Getting Help around the World
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Important Safety Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Conditions That Require Immediate Action
Safety Guidelines
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Service and Upgrades
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Power Cords and Power Adapters
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Extension Cords and Related Devices
Plugs and Outlets
Danger
Power Supply Statement
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
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Danger
Lithium Coin Cell Battery Notice
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Heat and Product Ventilation
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in
Danger
CD and DVD Drive Safety
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Electrical Current Safety Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
To connect 1. Turn everything OFF
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Laser Compliance Statement
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger
Liquid Crystal Display LCD Notice
Caring Your Computer
Be Careful about Where and How You Work
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Not all such appliances cause a significant electrostatic charge
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Be Gentle with Your Computer
Carry Your Computer Properly
For outdoor use
Handle Storage Media and Drives Properly
Data Safety
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Take Care in Setting Passwords
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Other Important Tips
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Cleaning the Cover of Your Computer
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Cleaning Your Computer Keyboard
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Accessibility and Comfort
Cleaning Your Computer Display
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Ergonomic Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Maintenance
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
What If You are Traveling?
Questions about Vision?
General Tips for Maintenance
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Update device drivers and BIOS when needed
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Turn off the computer and start the recovery process
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
What This Warranty Covers
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
How to Obtain Warranty Service
What Your Service Provider Will Do to Correct Problems
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Exchange of a Product or Part
Use of Personal Information
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Your Additional Responsibilities
Limitation of Liability
What This Warranty Does not Cover
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
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Dispute Resolution
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Other Rights
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
European Economic Area EEA
Warranty Information
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Types of Warranty Service
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” Service
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty 2 On-site Service
3 Courier or Depot Service
4 Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service
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Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Warranty Service Telephone Numbers
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
+7-495
Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs
Appendix C. Specifications
Specifications
Environment Temperature
Size
Appendix C. Specifications
Battery pack
Lithium-ion Li-Ion battery pack Nominal voltage 11.1 V dc
Power source AC adapter
Appendix D. Notices
Notices
Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One
Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Export classification notice
Television output notice
Appendix D. Notices
Wireless related information
Wireless Interoperability
Usage Environment and Your Health
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Electronic Emissions Notices
Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement
Appendix D. Notices
Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement
Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada
German Class B Compliance Statement
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. 1
European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance
Appendix D. Notices
Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics
Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
Korea Class B
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
WEEE and Recycling Statements
General Recycling Statement
EU WEEE Statements
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Japan Recycling Statements
Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor
Appendix D. Notices
Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers
Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components
Appendix D. Notices
Notice for Users in the U.S.A
Notice on Deleting Data from Your Hard Disk
Using the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk back to factory-ship state
Appendix D. Notices
Trademarks
Appendix D. Notices
Index
Lenovo Limited Warranty
Password
Problems
Keyboard
Index