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