Lenovo B4400 User manual

Lenovo B4400

Read the safety notices and important tips in the

included manuals before using your computer.

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Rev. AA00

User Guide

Second Edition (August 2013)

Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General

Information Guide first.

The features described in this guide are common to most models.

Some features may not be available on your computer and/or your

computer may include features that are not described in this user

guide.

Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using

Windows

®

7 or Windows 8.1. If you are using other Windows

operating systems, some operations may be slightly different. If you are

using other operating systems, some operations may not apply to you.

LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General

Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set

forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

Notes

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The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.

Please refer to the actual product.

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For details, refer to Guides & Manuals at http://support.lenovo.com.

Regulatory Notice

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer .......................................... 1

Top view.......................................................................................................................1

Left-side view ..............................................................................................................5

Right-side view............................................................................................................8

Front view ....................................................................................................................9

Bottom view ...............................................................................................................11

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows ...................................................12

Configuring the operating system for the first time ............................................12

Operating system interfaces ....................................................................................12

Power-saving modes ................................................................................................15

Connecting to a wireless network ..........................................................................17

Help and support ......................................................................................................18

Chapter 3. Lenovo recovery system ................................................... 19

Windows 7 recovery system....................................................................................19

Windows 8.1 recovery system.................................................................................21

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting ................................................................. 22

Frequently asked questions .....................................................................................22

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................25

Appendix. CRU (Customer Replaceable Units) instructions ............29

Replacing the battery................................................................................................29

Replacing the backup battery..................................................................................31

Replacing the hard disk drive .................................................................................33

Replacing memory ....................................................................................................37

Replacing the Mini PCI Express Card....................................................................40

Removing the optical drive .....................................................................................42

Trademarks............................................................................................ 44

Contents

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

Top view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are invisible from outside.

Attention:

• Do not open the display panel beyond 130 degrees. When closing the display panel, be

careful not to leave pens or any other objects in between the display panel and the

keyboard. Otherwise, the display panel may be damaged.

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Integrated

camera

Use the camera for video communication.

Wireless

antennas

Connect to the wireless adapter to receive and send

wireless radio.

Display

Provides brilliant visual output.

Power button

Press this button to turn on the computer.

Touch pad

The touch pad functions as a conventional mouse.

To move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over

the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to

move.

Touch pad

buttons

The functions of the left and right buttons correspond to

those of the left and right buttons on a conventional

mouse.

Note: You can enable or disable the touch pad and the touch pad buttons by pressing Fn + F6.

System

indicators

Speakers

Provide audio output.

Fingerprint

reader

With the fingerprint reader you can register fingerprints

and use them as passwords to secure your computer.

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 Using the keyboard

Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its

standard keyboard.

Numeric keypad

The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric

keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn + F8.

Function key combinations

Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features

instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn ; then press one of the

function keys .

Note: The Num lock indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled.

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The following describes the features of each function key.

Fn + Esc:

Windows 7: Opens the camera and audio settings

window. The camera preview is turned on, and

you can change the camera and audio settings as

desired.

Windows 8.1: Enables/disables the camera.

Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode.

Fn + F2: Turns on/off the backlight of the display.

Fn + F3:

Switches between the computer display and an

external monitor. Works in the same way as the

Windows key + P combination.

Fn + F5:

Open the interface for integrated wireless devices

settings (on/off).

Fn + F6:

Enables/disables the touch pad and the touch pad

buttons.

Fn + F8: Enables/disables the numeric keypad.

Fn + F9: Starts/pauses playback of Windows Media Player.

Fn + F10: Stops playback of Windows Media Player.

Fn + F11: Skips to the previous track.

Fn + F12: Skips to the next track.

Fn + PrtSc: Activates the system request.

Fn + Home: Activates the pause function.

Fn + End: Activates the break function.

Fn + PgUp: Enables/disables the scroll lock.

Fn + PgDn: Activates the insert function.

Fn + ↑/↓: Increases/decreases display brightness.

Fn + →/←: Increases/decreases sound volume.

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Left-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Kensington slot

Attach a security lock (not supplied) here to help protect

your computer from theft and unauthorized use. You can

attach a security lock to your computer to help prevent it

from being removed without your permission. For details

on installing the security lock, please refer to the

instructions shipped with the security lock that you have

purchased.

Ventilation slots

Dissipate internal heat.

Attention:

• Make sure that none of the ventilation slots are blocked or else overheating of the

computer may occur.

VGA port

Connects to external display devices.

RJ-45 port

Connects the computer to an Ethernet network.

HDMI port

Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a

display.

USB 3.0 ports

Connects to USB devices.

Note: For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 6.

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 Connecting USB devices

You can connect a USB device to your computer by inserting its USB plug

(Type A) into the USB port on your computer.

The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port on your

computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the

driver is installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device without

performing any additional steps.

Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your computer has

finished transferring data by that device. Make sure you properly eject the

device from the Windows operating system, to avoid data corruption.

Note: Typically, Windows detects a new device after connecting it, and then installs the

driver automatically. However, some devices may require you to install the driver

before connecting. Check the documentation provided by the device’s manufacturer

before connecting the device.

Notes:

• If your USB device uses a power cord, connect the device to a power source before

connecting it. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized.

• When in sleep mode, you can only use keyboard instead of mouse to wake up the

computer.

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 Connecting a Bluetooth device

If your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it can connect to

and transfer data wirelessly to/from other Bluetooth enabled devices, such as

notebook computers, PDAs and cell phones. You can transfer data between

these devices up to 10 meters range in open space.

Enabling Blue tooth and WLAN communications on your computer

Press Fn + F5 to make configuration.

Note: The actual maximum range may vary due to interference and transmission barriers.

For best transfer speed, place the device as near your computer as possible.

Notes:

• When you do not need to use the Bluetooth function, turn it off to save battery power.

• You need to pair the Bluetooth enabled device with your computer before you can transfer

data between them. Read the documentation supplied with the Bluetooth enabled device

for details on how to pair the device with your computer.

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Right-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Combo audio

jack

Connects to headsets.

Notes:

• The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones.

• The recording function may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are

connected, due to different industry standards.

USB port

Connect to USB devices. For details, see “Connecting USB

devices” on page 6.

Optical disc drive

Reads/burns optical discs.

Note: Some models are supplied with a dummy optical disc drive.

Power

Connect the AC power adapter here.

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Front view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Power and

battery

indicator

Indicator status Meaning

Green 80% - 100% charged, or 20% - 100% discharged.

Slow blinking green 20% - 80% charged.

Slow blinking amber 5% - 20% charged.

Amber 5% - 20% discharged.

Fast blinking amber No more than 5% charged or discharged.

Built-in

microphone

Captures sound which can be used for video conferencing, voice

narration, or audio recording.

Memory

card slot

Insert memory cards (not supplied) here. For details, see “Using

memory cards (not supplied)” on page 10.

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 Using memory cards (not supplied)

Your computer supports the following types of memory card:

• Secure Digital (SD) card

• MultiMediaCard (MMC)

• Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC) card

• Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card

Inserting a memory card

Slide a memory card in until it clicks into place.

Removing a memory card

1

Push the memory card in until you hear a click.

2

Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.

Attention:

• Insert only one card in the slot at a time.

• This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.).

Note: If a dummy card is shipped with the computer, push the dummy card and then

remove it before inserting a memory card.

Attention:

• Before removing a memory card, make sure you properly eject it from the Windows

operating system, to avoid data corruption.

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Bottom view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Battery latch -

manual

Keeps the battery pack secured in place.

Battery pack

Battery latch -

spring loaded

Keeps the battery pack secured in place.

Hard disk drive /

Memory / Mini

PCI Express Card

slot compartment

Ventilation slots

Allow air to enter the computer for cooling.

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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows

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

You 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

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This guide only takes Windows 8.1 as an example for your reference.

 Start screen and Desktop

Windows 8.1 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 Desktop tile on the Start screen.

• Press the Windows key + D.

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

• Select Start from the charms bar.

• Press the Windows key .

• Move the cursor to the lower-left corner, then select the Start screen button.

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 Charms and the charms bar

Charms are navigation buttons that let you access basic tasks quickly.

Charms include: Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings. The charms bar

is the menu that contains the charms. To display the charms bar, do one of

the following:

• Move the cursor to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms

bar is displayed.

• Press the Windows key + C.

Search charm

The Search charm is a powerful new way to find what you are looking for,

including settings, files, Web images, Web videos, etc.

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Share charm

The Share charm lets you send links, photos, and more to your friends and

social networks without leaving the app you are in.

Start charm

The Start charm is a fast way to go to the Start screen.

Devices charm

The Devices charm allows you to connect or send files to connected external

devices, including the devices to play, print, and project.

Settings charm

The Settings charm lets you perform basic tasks, such as setting the volume

or shutting down the computer. Also, you can get to the Control Panel

through the Settings charm when on the Desktop screen.

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Power-saving modes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

When you have finished working with your computer, you can put it to shut

it down, sleep, or hibernate.

 Shutting down the computer

If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down.

To shut down the computer, do the following:

• Windows 7:

Click Start → Shut down.

• Windows 8.1:

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Open the charms bar, then select Settings .

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Select Power → Shut down.