Features | Lenovo S430 guide

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Features

This topic lists the features of your computer.

Processor

See the system properties of your computer. To view the system properties of your computer, click Start, right-click Computer; then select Properties.

Memory

Double data rate 3 synchronous dynamic random access memory modules (DDR3 SDRAM)

Storage device

•2.5-inch (7 mm height) hard disk drive

•2.5-inch (9.5 mm height) hard disk drive (on some models)

•mSATA solid state drive for cache only (on some models)

Display

The color display uses the Thin Film Transistor (TFT) technology.

•Size: 14 inches (355.60 mm)

•Resolution:

–LCD: 1366 x 768 or 1600 x 900, depending on the model

–External monitor: up to 2560 x 1600

•Brightness control

•Integrated camera

•ThinkLight light

•Built-in microphones

Keyboard

•6-row keyboard

•UltraNav pointing device (TrackPoint pointing device and multi-touch touch pad)

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Contents

User Guide First Edition June Copyright Lenovo Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice Contents Replacing devices Iii Iv User Guide Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates Read this firstPrevent your computer from getting wet Protect the cables from being damaged Protect your computer and data when moving it Important safety informationHandle your computer gently Carry your computer carefully Service and upgrades Safety guidelinesConditions that require immediate action Vii Viii User Guide Extension cords and related devices Power cords and power adapters External devices Power supply statementPlugs and outlets Built-in rechargeable battery notice General battery notice Lithium coin cell battery notice Xiii Heat and product ventilation Laser compliance statement Electrical current safety information Liquid crystal display LCD notice Using headphones or earphonesAdditional safety information Xvi User Guide Front view Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicatorsProduct overview System status indicator illuminated ThinkPad logo Memory-upgrade slotBuilt-in microphones Integrated camera Volume control keys Mini PCI ExpressCard slot for wireless LAN cardPower button Right-side view Thunderbolt connector Mini DisplayPort connectorUSB 3.0 connector Ethernet connector Left-side view Combo audio jack Bottom view Rear view Status indicators Power status indicator System status indicators Machine type and model label Locating important product information Certificate of Authenticity label FCC ID and IC Certification number label Features Specifications ThinkVantage programs Battery lifeOperating environment Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Program Icon name Client Security Solution Access ConnectionsIntroduction to ThinkVantage programs Active Protection System OneKey Recovery Pro Lenovo Solution CenterPassword Manager Power Manager SimpleTap System Update User Guide Frequently asked questions Using your computerRegistering your computer Can I get my user guide in another language? Need to attach or replace a device? How to use the battery power more effectively?Is getting connected in different locations a challenge? Volume and mute keys Speaker mute F1 Select Config Keyboard/Mouse Change to F1-F12 keysSpecial keys Click Start Control Panel Speaker volume up F3 Speaker volume down F2Launching the camera and audio settings F5 Wireless radio control key F9 Using the TrackPoint pointing device Using the UltraNav pointing deviceWindows key Other functions Changing the cap Customizing the TrackPoint pointing device Using the multi-touch touch pad Using the touch padCustomizing the touch pad Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Mouse UltraNav Checking the battery status Power managementAdding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area Disabling the TrackPoint or the touch pad Charging the battery Using the ac power adapterMaximizing the battery life Connecting the ac power adapter Power-saving modes Managing the battery powerIntroducing the power-saving modes Select Power off display Click the Global Power Settings tab Connecting to the networkEthernet connections Enabling the wakeup function Establishing wireless LAN connections Wireless connections Using Bluetooth Establishing wireless WAN connectionsChecking the wireless connection status Select Send To Bluetooth Devices Access Connections icon and wireless status icon Attaching an external monitor Enabling or disabling the wireless featuresConnecting an external monitor Considerations for attaching an external monitor Setting the monitor typeSet Resolution Click Advanced Settings Using the Extend desktop function Changing display settingsConsiderations for using the Extend desktop function Click Multiple Display Using audio features Setting up a presentationUsing the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature Using the ThinkLight light feature Using the integrated cameraConfiguring for sound recording Configuring camera settings Using a media card Using the optical driveInserting a media card Removing a media card Right-click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon User Guide Ergonomic information Accessibility and comfortYou and your computer Comfort Accessibility information Travel tips Traveling with your computerAssistive technologies Screen reader technologies Travel accessories Passwords and sleep mode Using passwordsTyping passwords Security Hard disk passwords Power-on passwordSetting a power-on password Select Power-on Password Select Hard Disk 1 Password Setting a hard disk password Changing or removing a hard disk password Supervisor password Select Supervisor Password Setting, changing, or removing a supervisor password Hard disk security Using Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption Setting the security chip Setting the security chip Swiping your finger over the reader Using the fingerprint readerEnrolling your fingerprint Maintaining the fingerprint reader User Guide Protecting data against viruses Using firewalls User Guide Creating recovery media Recovery overviewCreating and using a recovery media Performing a backup operation Performing backup and recovery operations Performing a recovery operation Using the OneKey Recovery Pro workspaceClick the Restore your system from a backup icon Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup Creating a rescue medium Creating and using a rescue mediumUsing a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device driversReinstalling preinstalled applications Solving recovery problems Select Disable Built-in Battery Disabling the built-in batteryReplacing devices Static electricity prevention Replacing the SIM card Replacing the hard disk drive or solid state drive User Guide Replacing the keyboard User Guide Replacing devices User Guide Replacing the optical drive User Guide Replacing a memory module User Guide Replacing a Mini PCI ExpressCard for wireless LAN connection User Guide Replacing a Mini PCI ExpressCard for wireless WAN connection User Guide Replacing a half-size wireless WAN card User Guide Replacing devices Replacing the backup battery Replacing devices User Guide Before you begin Advanced configurationInstalling a new operating system Select UEFI/Legacy Boot Installing the Windows 7 operating systemInstalling the registry patches for Windows Installing the Windows 7 update module package Installing the driver for the 4-in-1 media card reader Installing device driversInstalling the driver for USB Click Change display settings Click Advanced Settings Main menu Installing other drivers and softwareThinkPad Setup Enabled Config menuMAC address Internal LAN Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Network Default DisabledMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments Auto Integrated Graphics mode if Setting to Nvidia OptimusPower Performance Battery Optimized Always Date/Time menu Beep and AlarmHours Serial ATA Sata Security menu Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments PasswordAt unattended boot, a password Bios ROM String Reporting Disabled, the Security Chip optionSmbios Reporting Smbios Inactive Virtualization Port AccessMemory Protection Anti-Theft Startup menuChanging the startup sequence Network Boot Menu item Selection Comments BootUEFI/Legacy Boot Both UEFI/Legacy Boot Priority Uefi First Using system management Updating your system Uefi BiosMenu item Selection Comments Boot Device List F12 Option Boot Order Lock Disabled System management Setting management features Flash update Network Boot sequence 101 Preventing problemsGeneral tips for preventing problems Making sure device drivers are current Getting the latest drivers using System UpdateGetting the latest drivers from the Web site Click Downloads and drivers Taking care of your computer Be careful about where and how you workBe gentle with your computer Carry your computer properly Take care in setting passwords Cleaning the cover of your computerCare for the fingerprint reader Register your computer Be sure not to modify your computer Cleaning your computer display Cleaning your computer keyboard User Guide Diagnosing problems Troubleshooting computer problemsTroubleshooting Computer stops responding If you spill something on your computer Error messagesSpills on the keyboard Troubleshooting computer problems Errors without messages Problem Solution Beep errors Ethernet problems Memory module problemsNetworking problems Solution Wireless LAN problemWireless WAN problem Bluetooth problems Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devicesUltraNav pointing device problems Keyboard problems Click Keyboard Problems with the display and multimedia devicesComputer screen problems External monitor problems Set Resolution Double-clickSound, video and game controllers Audio problemsClick Start Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Start Control Panel All Control Panel Items Battery and power problems Fingerprint reader problemsBattery problems An ac power adapter problem Boot problems Power problemsPower button problem Sleep and hibernation problems Hard disk drive problems Problems with drives and other storage devicesSolid state drive problem Optical drive problems Software problem USB problem Problems with ports and connectors User Guide Before you contact Lenovo Getting help and serviceGetting support Calling Lenovo Using diagnostic programsLenovo Support Web site Telephone numbers Purchasing additional servicesFinding ThinkPad options User Guide Wireless interoperability Wireless related informationAppendix A. Regulatory information 131 Usage environment and your health Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas Export classification notice Locating wireless regulatory noticesElectronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Korea Class B compliance statement German Class B compliance statement Appendix A. Regulatory information User Guide EU Weee statements Appendix B. Weee and recycling statementsJapan recycling statements 137 Disposing of Lenovo computer components Battery recycling information for the European UnionRecycling information for Brazil Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements User Guide 141 Power plan Energy Saver settings when plugged into ac powerAppendix C. Energy Star model information Click OK 143 Appendix D. Notices Trademarks Page Part Number 1P P/N