S9/S10 User Guide V1.0 EN cover1-4
Lenovo IdeaPad S9/S10
User Guide
New World. New Thinking.TM
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
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II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care
Contents
Chapter 2. Using Your
Chapter 3. Using external
Appendix B. Customer
Contents
Appendix C. Specifications
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited
Integrated camera
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Top View
a b c d
Microphone built-in
Power button
Wireless device switch
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Computer display
Fan louvers
AC power adapter jack
Left-side View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
PCI Express card slot
Right-side View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Security keyhole
Front View
System status indicators
The system status indicators show the current status of your computer
Built-in speakers for rich powerful sound
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Bottom View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
a b c d
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Battery latch - spring loaded
Battery latch - manual
Battery pack
Memory RAM compartment
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Hard Disk Drive/Memory RAM compartment
Hard Disk Drive
Shutting Down Your computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Putting your computer to Stand by or Shutting It Down
Putting your computer to Stand By
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the Touch Pad
Numeric Keypad
Using the Keyboard
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Function Key Combinations
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Fn + F2 Turn off/on the LCD screen
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
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
Removing a memory card
Using the Integrated Camera
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Inserting a memory card
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the Internet
Using LAN port
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using wireless LAN
Attaching a Security Lock Optional
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Securing your computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using Passwords
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
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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Your Computer Batteries
Using battery and AC adapter
Installing Device Drivers
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Checking Battery Status
Using the AC Adapter
1 Connect the power cord to the transformer pack
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Danger
Charging the Battery
Handling the Battery
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Danger
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Keep the battery pack away from fire
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB device
Chapter 3. Using external devices
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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
How can I contact the Customer Support Center?
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Where are the recovery discs?
Where can I find warranty information?
When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen
Troubleshooting
Display Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
My screen goes blank while the computer is on
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Touch the touch pad Press any key Press the power button
I forgot my password
A Password Problem
Keyboard Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly
Sleep or Hibernation Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
The screen is blank
Computer Screen Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
3 Click the Advanced Settings button
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting The screen is unreadable or distorted
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Incorrect characters appear on the screen
Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty
Sound Problems
Battery Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
A Hard Disk Drive Problem
A Startup Problem
Other Problems
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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
The computer does not start from a device you want
Getting Help and Service
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Getting Help on the Web
Calling the Customer Support Center
The following items are not covered
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Machine Type and Model
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
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Getting Help around the World
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
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
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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
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Extension Cords and Related Devices
Plugs and Outlets
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Power Supply Statement
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
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
Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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
To connect 1. Turn everything OFF
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Laser Compliance Statement
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Liquid Crystal Display LCD Notice
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger
Caring Your Computer
Be Careful about Where and How You Work
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
For outdoor use
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Be Gentle with Your Computer
Carry Your Computer Properly
Handle Storage Media and Drives Properly
Data Safety
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Take Care in Setting Passwords
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Other Important Tips
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Cleaning the Cover of Your Computer
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Cleaning Your Computer Keyboard
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
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Questions about Vision?
Maintenance
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
What If You are Traveling?
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
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
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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
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Warranty Information
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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
Size
Appendix C. Specifications
Specifications
Environment Temperature
Power source AC adapter
Appendix C. Specifications
Battery pack
Lithium-ion Li-Ion battery pack Nominal voltage 11.1 V dc
Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing
Appendix D. Notices
Notices
Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Export classification notice
Television output notice
Appendix D. Notices
Wireless related information
Wireless Interoperability
Appendix D. Notices
Usage Environment and Your Health
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
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
Appendix D. Notices
Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics
Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
Korea Class B
Appendix D. Notices
WEEE and Recycling Statements
General Recycling Statement
Appendix D. Notices
EU WEEE Statements
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
Appendix D. Notices
Using the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk back to factory-ship state
Appendix D. Notices
Trademarks
Index
Keyboard
Lenovo Limited Warranty
Password
Problems
Index