Lenovo IdeaCentre A530 User Manual

Version 1.0Machine type: 10141/F0A8 [A530]2013.09LenovoIdeaCentre A5 SeriesUser Guide31505414

5User GuideComputer standUse the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated 5° forward and 90° backward. Attention: Ensure

6User GuideBasic connector instructions Note: Your computer may not have all of the connectors described in this section.Connector DescriptionMicroph

7User GuideConnecting your computerConnecting the power cordConnect the power cord to an electrical outlet. We recommend using a grounded connection o

8User GuideImportant information about using the computerPress the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer. Note: The button

9User GuideHold the computer tightly when you carry it. Attention: Do not place your computer face-down as shown below.

10User GuideConnecting to the InternetTo connect to the Internet, you’ll need a contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and some hardware.IPS

Using Windows 8.1This chapter contains the following topics:Ø Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfacesØ The Charms BarØ Shutting down the

12User GuideSwitching between the main Windows 8.1 interfacesWindows 8.1 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start Screen and the Windows desktop

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

Touch screen instructionsUser Guide15This chapter contains the following topics:Ø Touch Screen CalibrationØ User Gesture Instructions for the Touch

16User GuideThe monitor is touch-sensitive thanks to its touch-sensitive screen. A touch screen is an input device just like a mouse or a keyboard, an

17User GuideBasic Hand Gestures1. Single Click / Double ClickFor the item selected on the touch screen, with one finger touch it one or two times, to

18User Guide3. Dragging MovementFirst touch your finger on the desired item on the screen and hold it there, then make a dragging movement. This is si

19User Guide5. Zoom OperationTouch two fingers lightly on the desired item on the touch screen, then keeping both fingers on the screen, change the dis

20User GuideRelated Touch Screen Settings• SelectHardware and Sound → Pen and Touch from the Settings charm.• Selecttouchactionswhichyouwisht

21User GuidePrecautions when using the Touch Screen1. When using the touch screen, be careful not to tear the surface with any sharp objects.2. To e

22User Guide7. The touch screen does not function in Rescue System mode.8. The touch screen also does not function during the startup process, in Hi

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

24User GuideNote about the service partition:The files and relevant data used by the rescue system are saved in the service partition. Deleting this pa

25User 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:Ø Software instructions Note: The interface and functionality of these features will dep

28User 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:Ø Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution Note: The description of the T

30User GuideSolving ProblemsFollow these tips when troubleshooting your computer:• Ifyouaddedorremovedapartbeforetheproblemstarted,review

31User GuideProblem: Ripple on screen.Troubleshooting and problem resolution:1. Check to see if any of the following devices are located less than on

32User GuideProblem: No sound from headphones.Troubleshooting and problem resolution:• Checktheheadphonecableconnection—ensurethattheheadpho

33User GuideTroubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard DisksProblem: The Optical drive is unable to read a CD/DVD.Troubleshooting and probl

34User GuideThe capacity of the hard disk as calculated using this method may be slightly different from the actual capacity due to the rounding of to

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

35User GuideWhen do I need to change the boot mode?The default boot mode for your computer is the UEFI mode. If you need to install a legacy Windows o

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37User GuideAppendix.DeclarationThank you for using Lenovo products.Carefully read all documents shipped with your computer before you install and use

38User GuideTrademarksLenovo and the Lenovo logo, IdeaCentre and IdeaCentre logo are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or bo

39User GuideEnergy Star StatementENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy aimed a

40User GuideEnabling ErP compliance modeYou can enable the energy-related products directive (ErP) compliance mode through the Power menu in the Setup

iiContentsUsing the Software ... 27Lenovo Support ...

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

2User GuideFront view of the computer Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating.1 2 3

3User GuideLeft and right view of the computer2 3456718Air ventsUSB 3.0 connectorHDMI-in connector (selected models only)HDMI-out connectorEject butto

4User GuideRear view of the computer1 23764 5TV tuner connector (selected models only)Headphone connectorMicrophone connectorUSB connectors (3)Power c