Starting to use Windows, Start screen, Desktop | Lenovo U310, U410

Chapter 3. Starting to use Windows 8

Chapter 3. Starting to use Windows 8

Configuring the operating system for the first time --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

You may need to configure the operating system when it is first used. The configuration process may include the procedures below:

•Accepting the end user license agreement

•Configuring the Internet connection

•Registering the operating system

•Creating a user account

Operating system interfaces --------------------------------------------------

Windows 8 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start screen and the Windows desktop.

To switch from the Start screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the following:

•Select the Windows desktop tile on the Start screen.

•Press the Windows button.

•Press the Windows key + D.

To switch from desktop to Start screen, do one of the following:

•Select Start from charms.

•Move the cursor to the lower-left corner and then select the Start screen thumbnail when it is displayed.

Start screen	Desktop

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Contents

Lenovo IdeaPad U310/U410 User Guide Regulatory Notice Third Edition August Copyright Lenovo Contents Chapter 5. Lenovo OneKey Recovery systemChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Chapter 4. Connecting to the InternetPage Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer „ U310Top view a b c d g e f „ U410 a b c dg e f b Computer display c Wireless module antennas d Power button e System status indicatorsa Integrated camera Left-side view c d eb Fan louvers c RJ-45 port microphone g Built-inf Combo audio Connects to headphones or headsets. The combo audio Right-side view a Built-in microphone b Combo audio jacke c f g d c USB port g RJ-45 port f HDMI portThis port connects the computer to an Ethernet network U410 U310Front view Bottom view a Louvers Allow air to enter the computer for cooling „ Conncting to the power Connecting the computer to an electrical outletChapter 2. Learning the basics „ Reading the manuals „ Checking battery status „ Charging the battery„ Battery Protection Chapter 2. Learning the basics a Touchpad b Left-click area c Right-click area Using the touchpadNote You can enable/disable the touchpad by pressing d „ Function key combinations Using the keyboardFn + End „ Hotkeys Using hotkeys Setting hotkey mode „ Using memory cards not supplied Connecting external devicesInserting a memory card Removing a memory card „ Connecting USB devices „ Connecting Bluetooth enabled device on select models Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computer „ Novo button a Special keys and buttons a Power status indicator b Battery status indicator System status indicatorsThese indicators inform you of the computer status Symbol IndicatorMeaning status „ Using passwords Securing your computer Configuring the operating system for the first time Chapter 3. Starting to use WindowsStart screen Desktop Chapter 3. Starting to use Windows Search charmThe charms Settings charm Share charmStart charm Devices charm „ Putting your computer to sleep Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down 2 Select Power → Shut down „ Shutting down the computer Help and support Chapter 4. Connecting to the Internet Wireless network technology connect without wiring„ Hardware connection Wired connection „ Software configuration Chapter 4. Connecting to the Internet Wireless connection Wi-Fi WiMAX Connecting to a wireless network Enabling wireless connection„ Connecting to wireless LAN Chapter 5. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system 2 Click System Backup„ Backing up the system partition „ Restoring Chapter 6. Troubleshooting „ Drivers and preinstalled softwareFrequently asked questions What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer? „ Lenovo OneKey Recovery system „ BIOS setup utilityChapter 6. Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs? „ Getting help When do I need to change the boot mode?How can I contact the customer support center? Troubleshooting Display problems Chapter 6. Troubleshooting BIOS password problems Sleep problems Display panel problems Battery problems Chapter 6. Troubleshooting Sound problemsA hard disk drive problem Chapter 6. Troubleshooting Other problems Trademarks Page V3.0en-US Lenovo China