Lenovo H500s Desktop User Manual

Version 1.0Machine type: 10157/90AK [H500s]2013.10LenovoH5s SeriesUser Guide31506011

5User GuideDVI connector Used to attach a DVI monitor or other devices that use a DVI monitor connector.HDMI connector (optional)Connect to the HDMI c

6User Guide5.1 Audio configuration instructionsThis model of computer supports the transformation of stereo sound into 5.1 surround sound.Use the follo

7User GuideConnecting the power cordConnect the power adapter to an electrical outlet. We recommend using a grounded connection or a surge protector.

8User GuideDisplay connecting instructions when playing Blu-ray Discs Note: Only some models are equipped with Blu-ray optical drive.Check the connec

9User GuideWireless network connectionFor wireless networks, you can use the built-in wireless LAN antenna to access your wireless home network.To con

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Using Windows 8This chapter contains the following topics: Switching between the main Windows 8 interfaces The Charms Bar Shutting down the comp

12User GuideSwitching between the main Windows 8 interfacesWindows 8 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start Screen and the Windows desktop.To

13User GuideSwitching between appsSometimes you want to get back to an app you were just using, or quickly switch through your recent apps.To switch b

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Important Safety InformationBefore using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all of the related safety information for this prod

Using the Rescue SystemThis chapter contains the following topics: OneKey Recovery Driver and Application Installation Attention: Using OneKey Re

16User GuideNote about the service partition:The files and relevant data used by the rescue system are saved in the service partition. Deleting this pa

17User GuideDriver and Application InstallationThe Driver and Application Installation function in the rescue system provides a way for the user to co

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Using the SoftwareThis chapter contains the following topic: Software instructions Note: The interface and functionality of these features will dep

20User GuideLenovo SupportThe Lenovo Support program enables you to register your computer with Lenovo, download and view user manuals for your comput

Troubleshooting and Confirming SetupThis chapter contains the following topic: Troubleshooting and Problem ResolutionUser Guide21

22User GuideSolving ProblemsFollow these tips when troubleshooting your computer:• Ifyouaddedorremovedapartbeforetheproblemstarted,review

23User GuideProblem: Ripple on screen.Troubleshooting and problem resolution:1. Check to see if any of the following devices are located less than on

24User GuideTroubleshooting Software ProblemsProblem: You are unable to exit a running program normally.Troubleshooting and problem resolution:1. Pre

25User Guide2. Confirm that the CD/DVD has been properly placed in the drive. If not, reload the CD or DVD. Otherwise, continue with the next step of

26User GuideWindows Help and SupportIf you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. To open the Windows Help an

27User GuideDo not do any of the following:• Allowwatertoenterthecomputer.• Useaheavilydampenedcloth.• Spraywaterdirectlyontothesurfa

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Hardware Replacement GuideThis chapter contains the following topics: Identifying internal components Identifying parts on the system board Remo

30User GuideOverviewThis guide is intended to be used by customers who are replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as trained service pers

31User GuideAdditional information resourcesIf you have Internet access, the most up-to-date information for your computer is available from the World

32User GuideHandling static-sensitive devicesStatic electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components. When you are repl

33User GuideInternal componentsThe following illustration shows the components inside your computer.3124Heatsink and CPU fan System boardOptical disk

34User GuideIdentifying parts on the system boardThe system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your compu

iContentsContentsImportant Safety InformationUsing the Computer Hardware ... 1Front view of the chassis

35User GuideFront USB connectors (2) Mini PCI-E slotFront audio connectorReplacing hardware Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt an

36User GuideRemoving the computer cover Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. To re

37User GuideRemoving the front bezelTo remove the front bezel:1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Note: For this p

38User GuideReplacing an optical drive Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety informa

39User Guide5. Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the optical drive. 6. Remove the 2 screws that secure the optical drive to the

40User GuideReplacing the hard disk drive Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety info

41User Guide6. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the bay.7. Slide the hard disk drive out of the bay.8. Install the new hard d

42User GuideTo replace a memory module:1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Note: For this procedure, it helps to l

43User GuideReplacing the keyboard and the mouseTo replace the keyboard: 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down

44User Guide3. Position the computer cover on the chassis so that the rail guides on the bottom of the computer cover engage the rails. Then, push th

iiContentsTroubleshooting and Confirming Setup ... 21Troubleshooting Display Problems ...

45User GuideAppendix.DeclarationThank you for using Lenovo products.Carefully read all documents shipped with your computer before you install and use

46User GuideTrademarksLenovo and the Lenovo logo, IdeaCentre and IdeaCentre logo are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or bo

47User GuideEnergy Star StatementENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy aimed a

48User GuideEnabling ErP compliance modeYou can enable the energy-related products directive (ErP) compliance mode through the Power menu in the Setup

This chapter contains the following topics: Introduction to the computer hardware Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in t

2User GuideFront view of the chassis Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating.Power

3User GuideRear view of the chassis(If the rear view configuration shown in this chapter is different from the rear of your computer, please refer to t

4User Guide Note: If your model has two VGA monitor connectors, be sure to use the connector on the graphics adapter. Attention: Do not open the WiF