LENOVO IDEAPAD 3 17ADA05 (01) PDF Document

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If your computer includes a fingerprint reader, you can enroll your fingerprint for Windows sign-in.

Step 1. Open the Start menu and select Settings → Accounts → Sign-in options.

Note: If you are using a local account, the account must be password protected. Otherwise, you cannot enroll fingerprints.

Step 2. Select Windows Hello Fingerprint → Set up → Get started.

Step 3. Follow on-screen instructions to complete the enrollment. Create a PIN when prompted, in case your fingerprint cannot be recognized at Windows sign-in.

Note: You can enroll more than one fingerprint.

To connect to a Wi-Fi network:

Step 1. Click the network icon in the Windows notification area. A list of nearby networks is displayed. If no network is displayed, check to ensure that the airplane mode is not turned on.

Step 2. Select a network and click Connect. Provide a security key if prompted. The network key is usually managed by the network administrator.

To forget a Wi-Fi network:

Step 1. Select Start → Settings → Network & Internet → Wi-Fi.

Step 2. Click Manage known networks.

Step 3. Click the network name and click Forget.

Step 1. Click the action center icon in the Windows notification area.

Step 2. Click the Airplane mode icon to turn it on or off.

Note: Click Expand if you cannot find the airplane mode icon.

The Novo Button menu can be displayed before the operating system starts. From the menu, you can choose to:

• Open the BIOS/UEFI setup utility

• Open the boot device selection menu

• Open the Windows startup options screen

To open the Novo Button menu:

Step 1. Turn off the computer.

Step 2. Open the LCD screen and press the Novo button.

Note: Alternatively, turn off the computer. Press Fn and the power button to open the Novo Button menu.

The functions of hotkeys are symbolized by the icons printed on them. Some hotkeys share keys with function keys (F1 to F12).

Hotkey Mode

The hotkey mode is a UEFI/BIOS setting that changes how hotkeys (or function keys) are used.

Check the battery status:

The battery status icon is in the Windows notification area. You can check the battery status, view the current power plan, and access battery settings quickly by clicking the icon.

Charge the battery:

When the remaining battery power is low, charge your battery by connecting your computer to ac power. The recommended temperature range for charging the battery is between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F).

Set power button behavior:

By default, pressing the power button puts the computer to sleep mode. You can change this in the Windows Control Panel.

Step 1. Right-click the battery status icon in the Windows notification area.

Step 2. Select Power Options → Choose what the power button does.

Change or create a power plan:

Step 1. Right-click the battery status icon in the Windows notification area.

Step 2. Select Power Options → Change plan settings.

Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility:

Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer.

Step 2. When the Lenovo logo appears on the screen, press F2 repeatedly. For computers with hotkey mode enabled, press Fn + F2.

Change the startup sequence:

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.

Step 2. Navigate to the Boot menu.

Step 3. Follow on-screen instructions to change the order of devices under Boot Priority Order.

Note: You can also change the startup sequence temporarily. To do so, start the computer and when the Lenovo logo appears, press F12 (or Fn + F12) repeatedly.

Change hotkey mode:

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.

Step 2. Select Configuration → Hotkey Mode and press Enter.

Step 3. Change the setting to Disabled or Enabled.

Step 4. Select Exit → Exit Saving Changes.

Enable or disable always-on USB:

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.

Step 2. Select Configuration → Always On USB and press Enter.

Step 3. Change the setting to Disabled or Enabled.

Step 4. Select Exit → Exit Saving Changes.

You can set various types of passwords in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility:

Set administrator password:

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.

Step 2. Select Security → Set Administrator Password and press Enter.

Step 3. Enter a password string that contains only letters and numbers and then press Enter.

Step 4. Enter the password again and press Enter.

Step 5. Select Exit → Exit Saving Changes.

Set user password:

You must set the administrator password before you can set the user password.

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility using the administrator password.

Step 2. Select Security → Set User Password and press Enter.

Step 3. Enter a password string that contains only letters and numbers and then press Enter. The user password must be different from the administrator password.

Step 4. Enter the password again and press Enter.

Step 5. Select Exit → Exit Saving Changes.

Enable power-on password:

If the administrator password has been set, you can enable power-on password to enforce greater security.

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.

Step 2. Select Security → Power on Password and press Enter. The administrator password must be set in advance.

Step 3. Change the setting to Enabled.

Step 4. Select Exit → Exit Saving Changes.

Set hard disk password:

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.

Step 2. Select Security → Set Hard Disk Password and press Enter.

Step 3. Follow on-screen instructions to set both master and user passwords. They must be set at the same time.

Step 4. Select Exit → Exit Saving Changes.

Attention: The data on your computer might be deleted during the recovery process. To avoid data loss, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep.

Restore from a system restore point:

Step 1. In the Windows 10 search box, enter Recovery and select the matched result.

Step 2. Select Open System Restore → Next.

Step 3. Select a restore point and then select Next → Finish.

Reset Windows:

Step 1. Open the Start menu and then select Settings → Update & Security → Recovery.

Step 2. Under Reset this PC, click Get started.

Step 3. Choose either Keep my files or Remove everything.

Step 4. Follow on-screen instructions to complete the reset process.

Create a recovery drive:

You will need a USB drive (not supplied).

Step 1. In the Windows 10 search box, enter Create a recovery drive and select the matched result.

Step 2. Make sure Back up system files to the recovery drive is selected and then select Next.

Step 3. Plug a USB drive into your computer, select it, and then select Next → Create.

Attention: Previous files on the drive will be deleted. Back up personal files before using it to create a recovery drive.

Use a recovery drive to restore or reset Windows:

This is for situations where Windows cannot start.

Step 1. Connect the recovery drive to your computer; restart your computer and set it to start from the recovery drive.

Step 2. On the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot.

Step 3. Choose a recovery option:

• Select Advanced Options → System Restore to restore your computer to a system restore point.

• Or select Recover from a drive to reset your computer.

Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. Then restart the computer.

Step 1. Carefully unplug the ac power adapter and turn off the computer immediately. The more quickly you stop the current from passing through the computer the more likely you will reduce damage from short circuits.

Attention: Although you might lose some data or work by turning off the computer immediately, leaving the computer on might make your computer unusable.

Step 2. Wait until you are certain that all the liquid is dry before turning on your computer.

CAUTION: Do not try to drain out the liquid by turning over the computer. If your computer has keyboard drainage holes on the bottom, the liquid will be drained out through the holes.

Keyboard Shortcuts:

• Windows logo key + U: Open Ease of Access Center

• Right Shift for eight seconds: Turn on or turn off Filter Keys

• Shift five times: Turn on or turn off Sticky Keys

• Num Lock for five seconds: Turn on or turn off Toggle Keys

• Left Alt+Left Shift+Num Lock: Turn on or turn off Mouse Keys

• Left Alt+Left Shift+PrtScn (or PrtSc): Turn on or turn off High Contrast

Ease of Access Center:

To access the Ease of Access Center:

1. Go to Control Panel and view by Category.

2. Click Ease of Access → Ease of Access Center.

3. Choose the appropriate tool by following the on-screen instructions. Tools include Magnifier, Narrator, On-Screen Keyboard, and more.

Speech Recognition:

To use Speech Recognition:

1. Go to Control Panel and view by Category.

2. Click Ease of Access → Speech Recognition.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Adjust screen resolution:

1. Right-click a blank area on the desktop and then click Display settings → Display.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Note: Setting a resolution too low might prevent some items from fitting on the screen.

Change item size:

• To change the size of all items on your screen, right-click a blank area on the desktop and click Display settings → Display, then follow the on-screen instructions.

• To change the size of items on a Web page, press and hold Ctrl, and then press the plus-sign key (+) to enlarge or the minus-sign key (-) to reduce the text size.

• If your mouse has a wheel, press and hold Ctrl, and then scroll the wheel to change the item size.

General posture: Make minor modifications in your working posture to deter the onset of discomfort caused by long periods of working in the same position. Frequent short breaks from your work also help to prevent minor discomfort.

Display: Position the display to maintain a comfortable viewing distance of 510 mm to 760 mm (20 inches to 30 inches). Avoid glare or reflections on the display. Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness to levels that enable you to see the screen clearly.

Head position: Keep your head and neck in a comfortable and neutral (vertical, or upright) position.

Chair: Use a chair that gives you good back support and seat height adjustment. Use chair adjustments to best suit your comfort posture.

Arm and hand position: If available, use chair arm rests or an area on your working surface to provide weight support for your arms. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed and neutral (horizontal) position. Type with a soft touch without pounding the keys.

Leg position: Keep your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest.