Contents Important Safety Information Chapter 1 Using the Computer Hardware ... 1 1.1 Front view ...2 1.2 Rear view ...3 1.3 Computer mount instruction ...4 1.4 Setting the display resolution ...6 1.5 Connecting your computer ...6 Chapter 2 Recovery Wizard ... 11 Chapter 3 Using the Computer Software ...
Using the Computer Hardware Chapter This chapter contains the following topics: ÿ Computer hardware introduction ÿ Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter may vary from your computer setup, depending on computer models and configurations. 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 1 User Guide 2010.4.20 10:46:47 AM...
1.1 Front view Attention: Ensure that none of the air vents on the computer are blocked. Blocked air vents can lead to overheating problems. Power button and power indicator USB2.0 ports (2) User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 2 S/P DIF connector Base stand screw 2010.4.20 10:46:47 AM...
1.3 Computer mount instruction The computer chassis can be placed in a vertical position. Installing the base stand 1. Attach the base stand to the unit. 2. Tighten the screw with your fingers. Note: Make sure to install the base stand before placing the chassis in a vertical position. User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 4 2010.4.20 10:46:49 AM...
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The computer chassis also can be mounted behind your TV or monitor. (Only some models have this metal bracket.) 1. First, screw the metal bracket to the rear of TV or monitor. 2. Slide the computer into this metal bracket and screw the computer firmly to the Bracket.
TV or monitor’s user manual or after consulting with the supplier. 2. Adjusting the OS desktop size (when the OS desktop size is larger than the screen boundary): • IdeaCentre Q150: After configuring the display resolution of your TV or monitor, right-click the desktop anywhere except over an icon, then select NVIDIA control panel.
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1.5.1 Connect the keyboard cable to the appropriate keyboard port (USB port). (Not all models are equipped with a keyboard.) 1.5.2 Connect the mouse cable to the appropriate mouse port (USB port). (Not all models are equipped with a mouse.) 1.5.3 Connect the monitor cable to the monitor port on the computer.
• If you have an HDMI monitor, connect the cable to the port as shown. 1.5.4 If you have audio devices, use the following information to connect them. Audio line-out This socket sends audio signals from the computer to external devices, such as powered stereo speakers. Audio line-in Use this socket to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech-...
speakers, this cable is permanently attached. b. Connect the adapter cable to the speaker, if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. c. Connect the speakers to audio line-out port on the computer. d. Connect the adapter to the power source. 1.5.6 If you have powered speakers without an adapter: (This picture is only illustration.
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Use this port to attach a television set that has an S-Video port. S-Video Ethernet Use this port to attach the computer to an Ethernet-type local area network (LAN). 1.5.8 Using S/P DIF output digital signals: If you have external devices that support S/P DIF, you can use the S/P DIF port output high definition audio signal.
Recovery Wizard Chapter This chapter contains the following topics: ÿ Recovery Wizard Attention: Using this program will result in loss of data. 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 11 User Guide 2010.4.20 10:46:55 AM...
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Recovery Wizard will lead you through steps to recover your computer system. You can also return your computer to original factory configuration. 1. Turn on the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key to launch the Windows Boot Manager. Then select Windows Setup to launch Recovery Wizard procedure.
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3. Click Next. 4. The recovery will take several minutes to complete. Note: Do not restart your computer while recovery is in progress. User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 13 2010.4.20 10:46:56 AM...
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5. Click Restart or Shutdown to finish the recovery process. User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 14 2010.4.20 10:46:56 AM...
Using the Computer Software Chapter This chapter contains the following topics: ÿ Computer software instructions Note: The interface and functionality of these features may vary according to the software that was shipped with the computer model that you purchased. 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 15 User Guide 2010.4.20 10:46:57 AM...
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Instructions on how to play High Definition (HD) audio and video files 1. Video format The standard product has no installation software or a plug-in for high definition audio and video players; although some models may come with audio and video software, it is not guaranteed that they will support all high definition audio and video formats.
Please follow instructions for this which are included in the software program. To launch the player: Choose All Programs → Lenovo PowerDVD9 → CyberLink PowerDVD9 from the Start menu to launch the player. Click the “?” icon to obtain more information about CyberLink PowerDVD9.
3.2.4 Help and Support For more information on the operation of Security Center, see product help Information in the Help option. In the help document, you can learn more about McAfee Security Center operation and settings. User Guide 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 18 2010.4.20 10:46:58 AM...
System Maintenance and Chapter Recovery This chapter contains the following topics: ÿ Daily Maintenance and Tools Instructions 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 19 User Guide 2010.4.20 10:46:59 AM...
4.1 Restoring the System The system can develop problems due to erroneous operation or the installation of additional software. If software problems develop in the originally installed software, you can restore the system by using system backup and restoration features. Note: The existing system settings will change after restoration. Check the settings of the restored system to ensure they match settings that may be critical to your needs.
4.3 Cleaning Up the Disk Do the following periodically to clean up the disks and possibly enhance your computer’s performance: 1. Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Cleanup. 2. Choose the disk you want to clean up. 3.
4.6 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks Cleaning the computer components Because many of the computer components consist of sophisticated integrated circuit boards, it is very important to periodically clean around the computer to prevent dust buildup. The cleaning supplies you need in order to clean the components include: a vacuum cleaner, a soft cotton cloth, clear water (pure water preferred) and cotton swabs.
Troubleshooting and Confirming Chapter Setup This chapter contains the following topics: ÿ Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution 31044392_Q150_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 23 User Guide 2010.4.20 10:47:01 AM...
Problem: You need to change the display property settings. Setting display background and icon properties: 1. Right-click the desktop anywhere except over an icon, then select Personalize from the pop-up menu. 2. From here, select the appropriate options to: •...
or monitor does not support this new resolution, the system will recovery to the original resolution within 20 seconds. Set the refresh rate of your TV or monitor to less than 60 Hz to avoid damage to your TV or monitor. If there is no image displayed on the TV or monitor after setting a new refresh rate, turn off your TV or monitor and wait for a moment before restarting.
securely inserted into the headphone socket. • Adjust the Windows volume control — click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. •...
removing it. 2. If the program has its own uninstaller, run it directly to uninstall the program. 3. If the program does not have its own uninstaller, then select Control Panel from Start menu. 4. From the Control Panel, choose Programs → Programs and Features. 5.
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is unable to retrieve this number. 2. The drivers for this computer model support Windows XP or Windows 7 systems. 3. When you use the Windows Media Center to watch TV, pay particular attention to the following: • In the following two situations, you must re-save the channel list: a.