Lenovo N41-30, User Manual

Page 1: ...Lenovo B41 B51 N41 N51 Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer User Guide ...

Page 2: ...ration GSA contract use reproduction or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No GS 35F 05925 Notes 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 The illustrations in t...

Page 3: ... this manual are applicable to the following Lenovo notebook computers unless otherwise stated Model name MT Lenovo B41 35 80LD Lenovo B41 30 80LF Lenovo B51 35 80LH Lenovo B51 30 80LK Lenovo N41 35 80L7 Lenovo N41 30 80LB Lenovo N51 35 80L8 Lenovo N51 30 80LC ...

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Page 5: ... and support 19 Operating system interfaces for the Windows 8 1 operating system 20 Charms and the charms bar for the Windows 8 1 operating system 21 Chapter 3 Lenovo OneKey Recovery system 23 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 25 Frequently asked questions 25 Troubleshooting 28 Appendix A CRU instructions 32 Replacing the battery pack 33 Replacing the hard disk drive 34 Replacing the memory 37 Replacing t...

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Page 7: ...1 Chapter 1 Getting to know your computer Top view B41 35 B41 30 N41 35 N41 30 2 1 4 5 6 8 9 7 3 ...

Page 8: ...side The illustrations may differ from the actual product Please refer to the actual product 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 can be damaged 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 7 ...

Page 9: ...splay Provides visual output Speakers Provides audio output Power button Press this button to turn on the computer Fingerprint reader on select models Registers fingerprints that can be used as passwords to secure your computer Touchpad Performs the same respective functions as a conventional mouse Slide your fingertip on the touch pad in the direction you wish to move the cursor Touchpad buttons ...

Page 10: ...ables Airplane mode Decreases the volume level Switches the active program Increases the volume level Turns the LCD screen backlight on off Closes the currently active window Projects to a connected display Refreshes the desktop or the currently active window Decreases display brightness Enables disables the touchpad Increases display brightness Note If you change the HotKey Mode from Enabled to D...

Page 11: ...eys B41 35 B41 30 N41 35 N41 30 B51 35 B51 30 N51 35 N51 30 The following is a brief introduction to the function key combinations Fn Home Activate the pause function Fn End Activate the break function Fn PgUp Enable disable the scroll lock Fn PgDn Activate the insert function a b 1 2 Insert PrtSc Delete Home End PgUp PgDn Pause Break ScrLk SysRq Fn 1 2 ...

Page 12: ... and charges the battery When a supported ThinkPad OneLink Dock is connected to the Lenovo OneLink connector it can not only extend the computer capabilities but also provide AC power to the computer and charge the battery To use the Lenovo OneLink connector you need to remove the connector cover from the Lenovo OneLink connector first Note Ensure that you keep the connector cover Reattach it to t...

Page 13: ...es RJ 45 port Connects the computer to an Ethernet network Danger To avoid the risk of electrical shock do not connect a telephone cable to the Ethernet port You can only connect an Ethernet cable to this port HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a display USB 3 0 ports Connect to USB devices For details see Connecting USB devices on page 8 Note The USB 3 0 connector is co...

Page 14: ...vice to transfer the data Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area of the Windows desktop screen to remove the device before disconnecting Note Typically Windows detects a newly connected device after connecting it and then installs the driver automatically However some devices might require you to install the driver before connecting Check the documentation p...

Page 15: ...r details about how to configure your computer Cable Cable Internet services use a cable modem connected to the residential cable TV line DSL DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high speed network access to homes and small businesses over ordinary telephone lines Note The above diagrams are for reference only Actual connections method may vary TV cable Splitter Cable modem Not suppl...

Page 16: ...ones The recording function might not be supported if third party headphones or headsets are connected due to different industry standards USB port Connects to USB devices For details see Connecting USB devices on page 8 Novo button When the computer is off press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system or to startup normally or the BIOS setup utility or to enter the boot menu 1 2 3 ...

Page 17: ...ecurity lock please refer to the instructions shipped with the security lock that you have purchased Note Before purchasing any security product verify that it is compatible with this type of security keyhole You are responsible for evaluating selecting and implementing the locking devices and security features Lenovo offers no comment judgment or warranty regarding the function quality or perform...

Page 18: ...AC power adapter is connected to the computer or the computer is in sleep mode Amber The battery has a charge between 5 and 20 and the AC adapter is not connected to the computer Blinking amber The battery has a charge of 20 or less and the AC power adapter is connected to the computer Off The battery is detached or the battery has a charge of 5 or less and the AC adapter is not connected to the c...

Page 19: ...d in until you hear a click 2 Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot Attention When the indicator is on do not put the computer into sleep mode or turn off the computer When the indicator is on do not move the computer Sudden physical shock might cause hard disk drive errors Attention Insert only one card in the slot at a time This card reader does not support SDIO devices Such as...

Page 20: ... Keeps the battery pack secured in place Battery pack Provide the power for the computer Battery latch spring loaded Keeps the battery pack secured in place Bottom slot cover The hard disk drive memory module and mini PCI Express Card are placed underneath 2 1 3 1 2 4 a b c d ...

Page 21: ...l be away from your computer for only a short time put the computer to sleep When the computer is in sleep mode you can quickly wake it up to resume use bypassing the startup process To put the computer to sleep do one of the following Close the display lid Press the power button Preform the following based on the operating system For the Windows 7 operating system Click Start Sleep For the Window...

Page 22: ...ress the Fn key on the keyboard Shutting down the computer If you are not going to use your computer for a long time shut it down To shut down your computer For the Windows 7 operating system Click Start Shut down For the Windows 8 1 operating system Open the charms bar and select Settings Power Shut down ...

Page 23: ...17 Right click the Start button in the lower left corner and select Shut down or sign out Shut down On the Start screen click and select Shut down Note This operation depends on your BIOS settings Please refer to the actual product ...

Page 24: ...ea A list of available wireless networks will be displayed For the Windows 8 1 operating system Open the charms bar and select Settings A list of available wireless networks will be displayed 3 Click a network name in the list and then click Connect Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider ISP and search the Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to configure your ...

Page 25: ...indows 8 1 operating system Open the charms bar and select Settings and then select Help on the Settings menu Press the Windows key Fn F1 or Fn F1 You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer You can also get online help and support by clicking on one of the two links listed under More to explore Note Windows 8 1 also provides an app Help Tips You can find it on the Start screen...

Page 26: ...esktop 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 and then select the Start screen button Start screen Desktop ...

Page 27: ...h 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 ...

Page 28: ...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 ...

Page 29: ...partition do the following 1 Press the Novo button or click OneKey Recovery on the home screen to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system 2 Click System Recovery The computer restarts to the recovery environment Note The OneKey Recovery system is not installed on some models Please refer to the actual product If your computer is preinstalled with a GNU Linux operating system Onekey Recovery system...

Page 30: ...Menu select System recovery and press Enter Note The recovery process is irreversible Make sure to back up any data you wish to save on the system partition before starting the recovery process The recovery process may take a while Make sure to connect the AC power adapter to your computer during the recovery process The above instructions should be followed when Windows can be started normally Wh...

Page 31: ...ty period and type of warranty service see the Lenovo limited warranty flyer Drivers and preinstalled software Where are the installation discs for Lenovo preinstalled software desktop software Your computer did not come with installation discs for Lenovo preinstalled software If you need to reinstall preinstalled software you can find the installation program on the D partition of your hard disk ...

Page 32: ...ory status Use this feature when the operating system fails to start up If there is critical data on the system partition back it up before starting recovery BIOS setup utility What is the BIOS setup utility The BIOS setup utility is ROM based software It communicates basic computer information and provides options for setting boot devices security hardware mode and other preferences How can I sta...

Page 33: ...is an earlier version than that of your current operating system on your computer you will need to change the boot priority to Legacy First The legacy operating system cannot be installed if you do not change the boot priority Getting help How can I contact the customer support center See Chapter 3 Getting help and service of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide ...

Page 34: ...o its original factory contents using the recovery system If you still see only the cursor on the screen have the computer serviced My screen goes blank while the computer is on Your screen saver or power management might be enabled Do one of the following to exit from the screen saver or to resume from sleep mode Touch the touchpad Press any key on the keyboard Press the power button Press F9 to ...

Page 35: ...p problems The critical low battery error message appears and the computer immediately turns off The battery power is getting low Connect the AC power adapter to the computer or replace the battery with a fully charged one The computer enters sleep mode immediately after Power on self test POST Make sure that The battery is charged The operating temperature is within the acceptable range See Chapt...

Page 36: ...ur computer operates after the power and battery status indicator shows empty Reset the battery gauge using OneKey Optimizer If the problem persists replace with a new battery pack The computer does not operate with a fully charged battery The surge protector in the battery might be active Turn off the computer for one minute to reset the protector then turn on the computer again Hard disk drive p...

Page 37: ...omputer starts from the device you want Also make sure that the device from which the computer starts is enabled Make sure that the device is included in the EFI list in the BIOS setup utility correctly Press F12 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is starting up to select the device you want the computer starts from The connected external device does not work Do not conn...

Page 38: ...is product Customers also can install optional service CRUs which might require some technical skills or tools or request that a technician install the optional service CRU under the terms of the applicable warranty service type for your country or region Notes The illustrations used in this chapter are of the Lenovo B51 30 unless otherwise stated The illustrations in this manual might differ from...

Page 39: ... pack in the direction shown by the arrow 2 Install a fully charged battery pack 3 Slide the manual battery latch to the locked position Note Use only the battery provided by Lenovo Any other batteries could ignite or explode Make sure the computer is turned off and all the cables disconnected from the computer before you replace the battery pack Make sure the computer display is closed to avoid b...

Page 40: ...d disk drive while the system is operating or in sleep mode Notes Replace the hard disk drive only for upgrading or repair The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes or drive swapping The preinstalled software are not included on an optional hard disk drive Make sure the computer is turned off and all the cables disconnected from the computer before you re...

Page 41: ...o replace the hard disk drive do the following 1 Remove the battery pack For details see Replacing the battery pack on page 33 2 Remove the screws and then remove the bottom slot cover 3 Remove the frame fixing screws a b 1 2 1 c 3 3 ...

Page 42: ...me from the hard disk drive 6 Attach the metal frame to a new hard disk drive and tighten the screws 7 Slide the new hard disk drive firmly into place and then reinstall the frame fixing screws to secure the drive 8 Reinstall the bottom slot cover and tighten the screws 9 Reinstall the battery pack For details see Replacing the battery pack on page 33 d 4 ...

Page 43: ...3 SDRAM module 2 Remove the battery pack For details see Replacing the battery pack on page 33 3 Remove the screws and then remove the bottom slot cover Note Use only the memory types supported by your computer If you incorrectly install optional memory or install an unsupported memory type a warning beep will sound when you try to start the computer Make sure the computer is turned off and all th...

Page 44: ...et at the same time Be sure to save the old DDR3 SDRAM for future use 5 Align the notch of the DDR3 SDRAM module with the protrusion of the socket and gently insert the new module at a 30 45 angle 6 Push the DDR3 SDRAM module down until the latches on both sides of the socket lock into its position 7 After aligning the attachment clips with their matching gaps reinstall the bottom slot cover 1 1 2...

Page 45: ...e Replacing the battery pack on page 33 To make sure that the DDR3 SDRAM module is installed correctly do as follows 1 Press the Novo button to open the Novo button menu 2 Select the BIOS Setup The System Memory item shows the total amount of memory installed in your computer ...

Page 46: ...ck For details see Replacing the battery pack on page 33 2 Remove the screw B41 35 B41 30 N41 35 N41 30 B51 35 B51 30 N51 35 N51 30 Note Make sure the computer is turned off and all the cables disconnected from the computer before you replace the optical drive Make sure the computer display is closed to avoid being damaged a 1 1 ...

Page 47: ...ructions 41 3 Gently pull the optical drive out from its cavity 4 Insert a new optical drive and tighten the screw to secure the drive 5 Reinstall the battery pack For details see Replacing the battery pack on page 33 b 2 ...

Page 48: ... For details see Replacing the battery pack on page 33 2 Remove the screws 3 Turn the computer over and open the display panel Note Make sure the computer is turned off and all the cables disconnected from the computer before you replace the keyboard Make sure the computer display is closed to avoid being damaged a 1 1 1 ...

Page 49: ...rection as shown by the arrows 5 Lift up the keyboard and detach the connector in the direction shown by the arrows 6 Reinstall the new keyboard and tighten the screws 7 Reinstall the battery pack For details see Replacing the battery pack on page 33 b c 2 2 3 d e f 4 5 6 ...

Page 50: ...ur computer and informs you of where to find replacement instructions Self service CRUs Optional service CRUs Safety Warranty and Setup Guide User Guide AC power adapter Power cord Battery pack Memory Safety Warranty and Setup Guide User Guide Hard disk drive Keyboard Optical drive ...

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