Switching GPU Select models only | Lenovo V360 guide

Chapter 2. Learning the basics

Switching GPU (Select models only) -------------------------------------------

Some IdeaPad models support Switchable Graphics. With this technology, you have the flexibility to switch between a dedicated Nvidia® GPU* (increased-performance GPU) and an integrated Intel GPU (power-saving GPU), without restarting the Windows operating system.

*GPU is short for graphics processing unit.

Note: The dedicated Nvidia GPU provides you with superior graphics performance while the energy-efficient integrated graphics provides longer operation with the battery. You can to switch to the high-performance GPU to gain the best graphics performance. However, when the computer is using battery power you are advised to switch to the power-saving GPU if you are not running graphics-intensive applications.

To change the GPU, do the following:

1Start your computer in the Windows operating system. If the computer is in sleep or hibernation mode, press the power button to wake it up.

Note: Do not try to change the GPU when the computer is in sleep or hibernation mode.

2Slide and release the GPU switch on the left side of your computer. A dialog box might appear to inform you of the change in the GPU.

Note: During the switch, the computer display may appear differently for several seconds.

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Lenovo V360 manual Switching GPU Select models only, To change the GPU, do the following

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IdeaPad First Edition March Copyright Lenovo Contents Page Top view Getting to know your computer Touchpad Fan louvers GPU Graphics Processing Unit switch Select models onlyGetting to know your computer Left-side view Right-side view Bottom view „ Reading the manuals „ Conncting to the power„ Configuring the operating system Learning the basics Putting your computer into sleep state „ Shutting down your computerLearning the basics „ Charging the battery „ Checking battery status „ Handling the battery „ Removing the battery pack Using the touchpad „ Numeric keypad Using the keyboard„ Function key combinations Fn + ↑ / ↓ Fn + → / ← „ Removing a memory card „ Using memory cards not suppliedConnecting external devices „ Inserting a memory card „ Connecting a Bluetooth device Select models only „ Connecting a universal serial bus USB deviceEnabling Bluetooth communications To change the GPU, do the following Switching GPU Select models only Special keys and buttons Volume buttons b~dOneKey Rescue system button a Lenovo Security Suite button e System status indicators Securing your computer „ Using passwords„ Attaching a security lock not supplied „ Fingerprint reader Wired connection Connecting to the Internet Cable „ Software configurationConnecting to the Internet „ Hardware connection Wi-Fi Wireless connection Software configuration „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAXEnabling wireless connectionHardware connection „ Using Mobile Broadband Inserting the SIM card Removing the SIM card „ Introduction OneKey Rescue systemOneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the battery Handling a hard disk drive Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing memory Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions „ What this warranty covers Appendix B. Lenovo limited warranty „ What your service provider will do to correct problems „ How to obtain warranty serviceAppendix B. Lenovo limited warranty „ Your additional responsibilities „ Replacement of a product or part „ Use of personal information „ What this warranty does not cover „ Limitation of liability „ Other rights „ Dispute resolution„ European Economic Area EEA Warranty information „ Types of warranty service Appendix B. Lenovo limited warranty Energy star information Appendix C. Product specific Notices Windows Appendix C. Product specific Notices „ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement Electronic emissions notices „ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada „ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement„ German Class B Compliance Statement Appendix C. Product specific Notices „ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance Model Name IdeaPad Index Page Do not Return IT to the Store New World. New Thinking.TM