Lenovo IdeaCentre B550 All-in-One User Manual Page 1

Version 1.0Machine type: 10135/F0A6 [B550] 10136/F0A7 [B555]2013.06LenovoIdeaCentre B5 SeriesUser Guide3150433731504337 IC B550-555 UG V1.0 (Win8)(E

5User GuideComputer standUse the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated between 15° and 42° from the vertical. Attention

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

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

11User GuideWired keyboard (selected models only)LVT —— After entering Windows, press this key to launch the LVT (Lenovo Vantage Technology) program,

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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

14User GuideSwitching between the main Windows 8 interfacesWindows 8 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start Screen and the Windows desktop.To

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

15User 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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Touch screen instructionsUser Guide17This chapter contains the following topics: Touch Screen Calibration User Gesture Instructions for the Touch

18User 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

19User GuideBasic Hand Gestures1. Single Click / Double ClickFor the item selected on the touch screen, with one finger touch it one or two times, to

20User 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

21User Guide5. Zoom OperationTouch two fingers lightly on the desired item on the touch screen, then keeping both fingers on the screen, change the dis

22User GuideRelated Touch Screen Settings• SelectHardware and Sound → Pen and Touch from the Settings charm.• Selecttouchactionswhichyouwisht

23User 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

24User 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

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

26User GuideNote about the service partition:The files and relevant data used by the rescue system are saved in the service partition. Deleting this pa

27User 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

30User 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 Resolution Note: ThedescriptionoftheT

32User GuideSolving ProblemsFollow these tips when troubleshooting your computer:• Ifyouaddedorremovedapartbeforetheproblemstarted,review

33User GuideProblem: Ripple on screen.Troubleshooting and problem resolution:1. Check to see if any of the following devices are located less than on

34User GuideProblem: No sound from headphones.Troubleshooting and problem resolution:• Checktheheadphonecableconnection—ensurethattheheadpho

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

35User GuideTroubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard DisksProblem: The Optical drive is unable to read a CD/DVD.Troubleshooting and probl

36User 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

37User GuideBIOS setup utilityWhat is the BIOS setup utility?The BIOS setup utility is ROM-based software. It communicates basic computer information

38User GuidePerforming Daily Maintenance TasksCleaning the computer componentsBecause many of the computer components consist of sophisticated integra

Hardware Replacement GuideThis chapter contains the following topics: Removing the computer cover Installing a wall mount bracket adapter Instal

40User GuideOverviewThis guide is intended to be used by customers who are replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as trained service pers

41User GuideAdditional information resourcesIf you have Internet access, the most up-to-date information for your computer is available from the World

42User GuideHandling static-sensitive devicesStatic electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components.When you are repla

43User GuideReplacing hardware Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repairs before reading the “Important safety information” i

44User Guide4. Remove the 2 cover pieces by sliding them in opposite directions as shown.Mounting the computer onto a wallThe computer can be mounted

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45User Guide1. Push the stand lock upward to unlock it and then slide the stand out.2312. Align the VESA wall mount with the mounting holes on the c

46User GuideInstalling a B-CAS card Attention: BeforeusingtheTVfunction,aB-CAScardwillneedtobeinstalledontothecomputer.Followthest

47User GuideReplacing a memory module Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Note:

48User GuideReplacing the optical drive Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before replacing the optical dri

49User Guide6. Push a small iron stick (paper clip) into the small hole on the optical drive cover so that the disk springs out as shown.7. Remove t

50User Guide10. Install the new optical drive as follows:(1) Align the new optical drive with the cover, and then push the cover back into position.(

51User Guide2. Push then slide the hard disk drive and bracket out of the chassis as shown. 213. Push the pins and release the hard disk drive fro

52User Guide4. Install the new hard disk drive as follows:Line up the new hard disk drive with the bracket and secure it with the pins.5. Slide the

53User GuideReplacing the power cord Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repairs before reading the “Important safety informat

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

55User GuideAppendix.DeclarationThank you for using Lenovo products.Carefully read all documents shipped with your computer before you install and use

56User GuideTrademarksLenovo and the Lenovo logo, IdeaCentre and IdeaCentre logo are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or bo

57User GuideEnergy Star StatementENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy aimed a

58User GuideEnabling ErP compliance modeYou can enable the energy-related products directive (ErP) compliance mode through the Power menu in the Setup

2User GuideFront view of the computer Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating.1 237

3User GuideLeft and right views of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents may cause thermal pr

4User GuideRear view of the computer7812354 6TV tuner port (selected models only) HDMI-in connector (selected models only)HDMI-out connector USB 3.0