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Machine type: 10050
Lenovo
IdeaCentre A7 Series
User Guide
Version 1.0 2010.04
31043530B
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Important Safety Information Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all of the related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading and understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury or damage to your product. Danger: Be aware of extremely hazardous or lethal situations. Attention: Be aware of possible damage to programs, dev
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Contents Important Safety Information Chapter 1 Using the Computer Hardware .............................. 1 1.1 Front view ................................................................................2 1.2 Left and right view of the computer .........................................3 1.3 Rear view of the computer .......................................................4 1.4 Computer stand instruction .....................................................5 1.5 Connecting your computer .........
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Chapter 5 System Maintenance and Recovery .................... 51 5.1 Restoring the System ............................................................52 5.2 Backup and Restore ..............................................................52 5.3 Cleaning Up the Disk .............................................................52 5.4 Checking For, and Correcting Disk Errors ..............................53 5.5 Defragmenting the Disk(s) ......................................................53 5.6
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Chapter Using the Computer Hardware 1 This chapter contains the following topics: 2 Computer hardware introduction Information on computer connections 3 Note: The descriptions in this chapter might vary from your computer, depending on computer models and configurations. 4 5 6 User Guide 1
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1.1 Front view (Only some models are equipped with touch screen) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Built-in microphone Volume down Camera Volume up Power button Brightness down Hard Disk Drive Indicator Brightness up Bluetooth status indicator Novo Vision button WIFI status indicator PC mode / HDMI-in / AV-in switch combo Indicator lights ON/OFF button LCD On/Off 2 User Guide
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1.2 Left and right view of the computer (Only some models are equipped with touch screen) Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents may cause thermal problems. 1 2 6 3 5 4 Card reader Microphone port IEEE 1394 port USB ports (2) Headphone port Optical drive slot User Guide 3
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1.3 Rear view of the computer 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TV tuner port (selected models) SPDIF port Bluetooth reset button HDMI in port AV-IN ports HDMI out port USB ports (4) Power socket Ethernet port 4 User Guide
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1.4 Computer stand instruction 12˚ 35˚ Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated between 12º and 35º from the vertical. The stand provides stability to the computer; it is not a removable part. Attention: 1. The computer stand must remain installed at all times to ensure maximum system stability. 2. Make sure the angle of the computer is at least 12 degrees from the vertical; otherwise the computer will be unstable and could fall over. User Guide 5
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To open the computer stand, do the following: The computer can be mounted on the wall. To mount the computer on the wall, you need to install a wall mount VESA bracket adapter* (some models are shipped with this part) on the back of the computer as following steps. Using this bracket adapter to install a UL listed standard wall mount (purchased separately) to make the computer mounted on the wall. Note: For this procedure, it helps to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface. Len
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2. Remove the 2 screws that secure the stand to the rear cover of the computer. User Guide 7
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3. Install the metal bracket on the computer. 1.5 Connecting your computer Use the following information to connect your computer: • Look for the small connector icons on the back of your computer . Match the connectors to the icons. Note: Your computer might not have all of the connectors that are described in this section. 8 User Guide
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1.5.1 Check the voltage rating before you connect the equipment to an electrical outlet to ensure that the required voltage and frequency match the available power source. 1.5.2 Connect the keyboard cable to the appropriate keyboard connector (USB connector). 1.5.3 Connect the mouse cable to the appropriate mouse connector (USB connector). 1.5.4 Connect the monitor cable to the monitor connector on the computer. • If you have an HDMI monitor , connect the cable to the port as shown. User
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1.5.5 If you have audio devices, attach them using the following instructions: 12 Micr ophone Use this connector to attach a microphone (purchased separately) to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech-recognition software. Headphone Use this connector to attach headphones (purchased separately) to your computer when you want to listen to music or other sounds without disturbing anyone. 1.5.6 If you have power ed speakers with an adapter: (This picture is only
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1.5.7 If you have power ed speakers without an adapter: (This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker) a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. b. Connect the cable to the speaker if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. c. Connect the speakers to the Headphone port on the computer. d. Connect the plug to the power source. Note: Some models are
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1.5.9 Connect the power cords properly to grounded electrical outlets. 1.5.10 Y our computer is equipped with a Memory Car d Reader Connector , it is able to r ead/write data fr om: SD, SDHC, MMC, MS, MS-Pro 12 User Guide
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1.6 Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn it on. Note: The buttons at the bottom of the screen are touch buttons. When you touch these, the indicator lights turn on. User Guide 13
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Hold the computer tightly when you carry it. 14 User Guide
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1.7 Wireless keyboard and mouse Refer to the Wireless keyboard and mouse instruction in Quick Reference for more information about the bluetooth connection. LVT LVT —— After entering Windows, press this key to launch the LVT (Lenovo Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo's pre-loaded Home PC software. In addition to its own functions, the LVT program will allow you to start other Windows compatible software, specially configured to run on this model of computer. F2 —— Your computer has the L
