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Lenovo Miix 2 11
User Guide




Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.


          Notes
    • Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first.
    • Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows ® 8.1. If you are
      using another Windows operating system, some operations may be slightly different.
      If you are using other operating systems, some operations may not apply to you.
    • The features described in this guide are common to most models. Some features may not
      be available on your computer or your computer may include features that are not
      described in this user guide.
    • The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the
      actual product.



         Regulatory Notice

    • The Regulatory Notice provides information about the radio frequency and safety
      standards. Be sure to read it before using wireless devices on your computer.
    • To refer to it, go to http://www.lenovo.com, click Support, and then click User’s guides
      and manuals.




First Edition (December 2013)
© Copyright Lenovo 2013.

LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General
Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set
forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.


Contents



Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer...................................................................................... 1
  Top view..........................................................................................................................................................1
  Left-side view .................................................................................................................................................3
  Right view.......................................................................................................................................................5
  Front view .......................................................................................................................................................5
  Rear view ........................................................................................................................................................5
  Bottom view....................................................................................................................................................6
  Dock top view ................................................................................................................................................7
  Dock left view.................................................................................................................................................8
  Dock right view..............................................................................................................................................8
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 .............................................................................................. 9
  Configuring the operating system for the first time.................................................................................9
  Operating system interfaces.........................................................................................................................9
  The charms....................................................................................................................................................10
  Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down.................................................................................12
  Touch screen operation...............................................................................................................................14
  Connecting to wireless LAN ......................................................................................................................18
  Help and support.........................................................................................................................................19
Chapter 3. Recovery system ........................................................................................................... 20
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting............................................................................................................. 21
  Frequently asked questions........................................................................................................................21
  Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................................................22
Trademarks ....................................................................................................................................... 25




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    Top view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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                                                            4                           5

     Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally.


a    Front camera                        Use the camera for video communication or taking photos.
b    Wireless WAN                        Connect to a wireless WAN adapter to send and receive wireless
     antennas (on select                 radio signals.
     models)
c    Wireless LAN                        Connect to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless
     antennas                            radio signals.
d    Windows button                      Press this button to:
                                         Toggle between the current view and the Start screen.
                                         -or-
                                         Wake up the computer from sleep mode.
e    Multi-touch screen                  Functions as the visual display as well as one of the two primary
                                         input methods.
     Note: For details, see “Touch screen operation” on page 14.




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   Screen orientation
    You can rotate the display panel to your preferred orientation.
    The orientation of the display automatically changes (alternating between portrait and
    landscape modes) depending on how you hold it.




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    Left-side view -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------




                      1         2    3        4       5                         6              7 8

a       USB port                         Connects to the AC power adapter or USB devices.
        Notes:
        • Use only the power cord and adapter shipped with the computer.
        • Output of the USB power cord is 20 V for charging function and 5 V for all other purposes.
        • The power cord does not support linking two computers together.

 Attention:
    •    The combined power adapter and power cord are intended for use with this product only. Use of the
         combined power adapter and power cord with an unapproved device can cause damage. You are
         responsible for any problems caused by their misuse.
b       Combo audio jack                 Connects to headsets.
        Notes:
        • The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones.
        • The recording function might not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are connected,
           due to different industry standards.

c       Micro HDMI port                  Connects to devices with HDMI inputs, such as a TV, or an
                                         external display.
d       Micro SIM card slot              Accepts a SIM card (not supplied).
        (on select models)
e       Micro SD card slot               Accepts a micro SD card (not supplied).
f       Speaker                          Provides audio output.
g       Power button                     Press this button to turn on the computer.
h       Battery status indicator

         Indicator status                    Charge status                                   Meaning
                                                   Charging                  The battery’s charge is greater than 80%.
               On (white)
                                                  Discharging                The battery’s charge is greater than 20%.
                                                                             The battery’s charge is less than 20%, but
               On (amber)                         Discharging
                                                                             above 5%.
                                                                             The battery’s charge is less than 80%, but
             Blinking (white)                      Charging
                                                                             above 20%.
                                                                             The battery’s charge is less than 20%, but
         Blinking slowly (amber)                   Charging
                                                                             above 5%.
         Blinking quickly (amber)           Discharging/Charging             The battery’s charge is less than 5%.
                   Off                                  --                   The computer is off.
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   Using a micro SD card (not supplied)
    Your computer supports micro Secure Digital (SD) cards.

     Notes:
     • Insert only one card into the slot at a time.
     • This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.).

    Inserting a card
    1 Open the card slot cover.
    2 Slide the card in until it clicks into place.
    Removing a card
    1 Push the card in until you hear a click.
    2 Gently pull the memory card out of the slot.
    3 Close the card slot cover.
     Note: Before removing the memory card, disable it by using the Windows safely remove hardware and
           eject media utility to avoid data corruption.




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    Right view ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------




                       1                2

a       Volume button                   Increases/Decreases volume level.
b       Speaker                         Provides audio output.



    Front view ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------




                                            1


a       Ventilation slots                Dissipate internal heat.
 Attention:
    •    Make sure that none of the ventilation slots are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur.




    Rear view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


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a       Dock connector                  Connects the tablet to the dock.




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     Bottom view -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------




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 a    Rear Camera                       Use the camera for video communication or taking photos.




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    Dock top view -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------




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         2




         3




a    Speaker                          Provides audio output.
b    Dock connector                   Connects the tablet to the dock.
c    Keyboard




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     Dock left view -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------




         1

 a    USB port                          Connects to USB 2.0 devices.
      Note: Keyboard dock USB ports do not support the combined power cord and power adapter charging
            function.




     Dock right view ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------




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 a    USB port                          Connects to USB 2.0 devices.
      Note: Keyboard dock USB ports do not support the combined power cord and power adapter charging
            function.




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   Configuring the operating system for the first time ----------------
   You might need to configure the operating system when it is first used. The configuration
   process can include the procedures below:
   • Accepting the end user license agreement
   • Configuring the internet connection
   • Registering the operating system
   • Creating a user account



   Operating system interfaces -------------------------------------------------------------------------
   Windows 8 comes with two main User Interfaces: the Start screen and the desktop.
   To switch from the Start screen to the desktop, do one of the following:
   • Select the desktop tile on the Start screen.
   • Press the Windows key (        ) + D (located on the folio case).
   To switch from the desktop to the Start screen, do one of the following:

   • Select Start       from the charms.

   • Move the pointer to the lower-left corner and then select the Start screen thumbnail when it is
     displayed.

   Start screen                                       Desktop




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    The charms -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    The five charms provide new and faster ways to perform many basic tasks, and are always
    available regardless of which app you are currently in.
    To display the charms, do one of the following:
    • Move the pointer to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms bar is displayed.
    • Use one finger to swipe in from the right edge of the screen until the charms bar is displayed.

    • Press the Windows key (                ) + C (located on the folio case).




           Search charm

    The Search charm is a powerful new way to find whatever you are looking for, including apps,
    settings, and files.




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      Share charm

The Share charm enables you to send links, photos, and more to your friends and social
networks without leaving the app you are in.

      Start charm

The Start charm is a way to go to the Start screen.

      Devices charm

The Devices charm enables you to connect or send files to any external devices, such as digital
cameras, TVs, or printers.

      Settings charm

The Settings charm enables you to perform basic tasks, such as setting the volume or shutting
down the computer. Also, you can get to the Control Panel through the Settings charm when
using the desktop screen.




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    Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down -------------------
    When you have finished working with your computer, you can put it to sleep or shut it down.


   Putting your computer to sleep
    If you will be away from your computer briefly, put the computer to sleep.
    When the computer is in sleep mode, you can quickly wake it to resume use, bypassing the
    startup process.
    To put the computer to sleep, do one of the following:
    • Press the Power button.

    • Open the charms and then select Settings           Power         Sleep.

    To wake the computer, do one of the following:
    • Press any key on the keyboard (located on the folio case).
    • Press the Power button.
    • Press the Windows button.




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   Shutting down the computer
    If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down.
    To shut down your computer:

    1 Open the charms, and then select Settings         .




                 1


    2 Select Power            Shut down.




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    Touch screen operation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    The display panel can accept inputs like a tablet, using the multi-touch screen, or like a
    traditional notebook computer, using the keyboard and touch pad.


   Multi-touch gestures
    You can touch the screen with one or more fingertips to perform a variety of tasks.

              Frequently used gestures                                   Tasks performed
     Tap
     Tap once on an item.

                                                             Performs an action, such as starting an
                                                             app, opening a link, or performing a
                                                             command. Similar to left-clicking with a
                                                             mouse.




     Press and hold
     Press your finger down and leave it there for a
     moment.

                                                             Enables you to see detailed information
                                                             before selecting an action. Can also open a
                                                             menu with more options. Similar to right-
                                                             clicking with a mouse.




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(continued)

         Frequently used gestures                          Tasks performed
 Zoom
 Move two fingers together or apart while
 touching the screen.

                                                 Zooms in and out on visual apps, such as
                                                 pictures and maps. Can also jump to the
                                                 beginning or end of a list.




 Rotate
 Place two or more fingers on an item and then
 turn your hand.

                                                 Rotates an object (Note: Not all items can
                                                 be rotated, depending upon the app.).




 Slide
 Drag your finger across the screen.

                                                 Pans or scrolls through lists and pages.
                                                 Can also move an object or be used to
                                                 draw or write, depending upon the app.
                                                 Similar to pressing and holding to pan
                                                 and to scrolling with a mouse.




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    (continued)

             Frequently used gestures                          Tasks performed
     Swipe
     Start from any edge of the screen, then swipe
     inwards toward the center.
                                                     Swiping down from the top edge or up
                                                     from the bottom edge displays a task bar
                                                     on the bottom of the screen with app
                                                     commands, including save, edit, and
                                                     delete.

                                                     If you have an app currently open, you
                                                     can also:
                                                     • Swipe from the top edge to halfway
                                                        down the screen without lifting your
                                                        finger to dock that app on the left or
                                                        right side of the screen. This enables
                                                        you to keep two apps open
                                                        simultaneously in a split-screen format.
                                                     • Swipe from the top edge straight down
                                                        to the bottom edge of the screen
                                                        continuously without lifting your
                                                        finger to close the currently open app.




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(continued)

         Frequently used gestures                   Tasks performed

                                         Swiping in from the left edge can:
                                         • Bring in and open an app currently
                                           running in the background.

                                         If there is more than one currently open
                                         app, you can:
                                         • Swipe in from the left to bring in an
                                            app and, without lifting your finger,
                                            push that app quickly back off the left
                                            edge of the screen. This displays a list
                                            of the apps currently running in the
                                            background.



                                         Swiping in from the right edge of the
                                         screen displays the charms.




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    Connecting to wireless LAN --------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Enabling wireless connection
    To confirm that Airplane mode is disabled, go to the desktop and check the notification area.

    If you see the        icon displayed on the lower right, then Airplane mode is on. Otherwise,
    wireless function is enabled.

     Note: Airplane mode should be disabled by default.


    If Airplane mode is on, do one of the following to enable the wireless function:
    • Press F7 (         ) to disable Airplane mode (located on the folio case).

    • Open the charms, select Settings                      to open the Network configuration page, and
      then toggle the Airplane mode switch to Off.

    Connecting to a wireless LAN
    After wireless has been enabled, the computer will scan for available wireless networks and
    display them in the wireless LAN network list. To connect to a wireless network, click the
    network name in the list, and then click Connect.

     Note: Some networks require a network security key or passphrase for connection. To connect to one of
           those networks, ask the network administrator or the Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the
           security key or passphrase.




     Note: Any downloading task will pause when you close the display panel (while using the folio case).




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Help and support -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If you have any problems using the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file.
To open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following:
• Select the Settings charm. Select Help.
• Press Fn + F1 (            ) (located on the folio case).




You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer. You can also get online help
and support by clicking the link listed under More to explore.




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Chapter 3. Recovery system


   Introduction
    Push-button reset is a built-in recovery tool that enables users to restore their operating system
    to its original state. This preserves their data and important customizations, without the need to
    back up their data in advance.
    The following Push-button reset features are available to users from multiple locations within
    Windows:

    Refreshing the computer
    Fixes software problems by reinstalling the factory default configuration. This preserves the
    user’s data, important settings, and any Windows Store apps previously purchased from the
    Windows Store.

    Resetting the computer
    Prepares the computer for recycling or transfer of ownership. This reinstalls the factory default
    configuration and returns all user data and applications to the state of their original Out-of-Box
    Experience (OOBE).


   Using Push-button reset
    Push-button reset can be launched using one of the following methods:
    • Power button + Volume up button:
      - Shut down the tablet and wait at least five seconds.
      - Press and hold the volume up button ( ) and then press the Power button (         ), until the
        Novo Button Menu appears on the screen.
    • Windows PC setting
      - Windows PC setting      General     Advanced startup       select Restart now.
    • Settings charm:
      - Select Power.
      - Press and hold the Shift key while selecting Restart.

    For more instructions, see the Windows Help and Support file on your computer.




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     Frequently asked questions ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
     This section lists frequently asked questions by category.


    Finding information
What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer?
    The Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide which came with your computer contains safety
    precautions for using your computer. Read and follow all precautions during use.
Where can I find the hardware specifications for my computer?
   You can find hardware specifications for your computer on the printed flyers which came with
   your computer.
Where can I find warranty information?
   For the warranty applicable to your computer, including the warranty period and type of
   warranty service, see the Lenovo limited warranty flyer that came with your computer.


    Drivers
Where can I find drivers for the various hardware devices of my computer?
   You can download the latest device drivers from the Lenovo consumer support website.


    Getting help
How can I contact the customer support center?
   See “Chapter 3. Getting help and service” in the Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide.




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     Troubleshooting -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If you do not find your problem here, see Chapter 1. The following section only describes problems
that might negate the need to refer to the more comprehensive information in Chapter 1.

 Display problems
   When I turn on the computer,             • If the screen is blank, make sure that:
   nothing appears on the                     - The AC power adapter is connected to the computer and
   screen.                                      the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet.
                                              - The computer power is on. Press and hold the Power
                                                button for three seconds for confirmation.
                                              - Press and hold the Power button for seven seconds to force
                                                shut down the computer. Then press the power button for
                                                three seconds to restart.
                                            • If these items are set correctly and the screen remains blank,
                                              have the computer serviced.
   The screen goes blank while              • Your power management is enabled. Do one of the following
   the computer is on.                        to resume from sleep mode:
                                              - Press any key on the keyboard (located on the folio case).
                                              - Press the Power button.
                                              - Press the Windows button.


 Sleep problems
   The critical low-battery error           • The battery power is getting low. Connect the AC power
   message appears, and the                   adapter to the computer.
   computer immediately turns
   off.
   The computer enters sleep                • Make sure that:
   mode immediately after                     - The battery is charged.
   Power-on.                                  - The operating temperature is within the acceptable range.
                                                See “Chapter 2. Use and care Information” in the Lenovo
                                                Safety and General Information Guide.
   Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is within range, do the following:
         1 Press the Power button for three seconds to turn on the computer.
         2 Press and hold the Power button for seven seconds to force shut down.
         3 Press the Power button for three seconds again to restart. Then reset the computer with the
              Push-button reset recovery system.
         If the problem persists, have the computer serviced.




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 The computer does not                 • If the computer does not return from sleep mode, it might be
 return from sleep mode and              because the battery is depleted.
 the computer does not work.           • If your computer is in sleep mode, connect the AC power
                                         adapter to the computer. Then press the Windows button or
                                         the Power button.
                                       • If your computer is powered-off, connect the AC power
                                         adapter to the computer. Then press the Power button to
                                         resume operation.
 Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode, your system has stopped responding, and you cannot
       turn off the computer; force shut down the computer (Unsaved data may be lost). To force shut down the
       computer, press and hold the Power button for seven seconds or more. If the computer still does not turn
       off, remove the AC power adapter.


Display panel problems
 The screen is blank.                  • Do the following:
                                         - If you are using the AC power adapter or the battery, press
                                           F12 (        ) to make the screen brighter.
                                         - Press the Power button to confirm if the computer is in
                                           sleep mode.
                                         - If the problem persists, follow the solution in the next
                                           problem “The screen is unreadable or distorted.”
 The screen is unreadable or           • Make sure that the screen resolution and color quality are
 distorted.                              correctly set.
 Incorrect characters appear           • Is the operating system or programs installed correctly?
 on the screen.                          If they are installed and configured correctly, do the following:
                                          1 Press the Power button for three seconds to turn on the
                                            computer.
                                          2 Press and hold the Power button for seven seconds to
                                            force shut down.
                                          3 Press the Power button for three seconds to restart. Then
                                               reset the computer with the Push-button reset recovery
                                               system.
                                          If the problem persists, have the computer serviced.


Sound problems
 No sound can be heard from            • Make sure that:
 the speaker even when the               - The Mute function is off.
 volume is turned up.                    - The combo audio jack is not being used.
                                         - Speakers are selected as the playback device.




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Battery problems
  Your computer shuts down         • Recharge the battery.
  before the battery status icon
  shows it is empty.
  -or-
  Your computer operates after
  the battery status icon shows
  it is empty.


A startup problem
  The Microsoft® Windows           • For details, see “Recovery system” on page 20.
  operating system does not
  start.


Recovery System problems
  Failure to restore system        • The system partition (e.g. the partition size or the drive
  partition to factory default.      capacity of C) has been modified.


Other problems
  Your computer does not           • To turn off your computer, press and hold the Power button
  respond.                           for seven seconds or more. If the computer still does not
                                     respond, remove the AC power adapter.




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Trademarks


Lenovo is a trademark or registered trademark of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or
both.

Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other
countries, or both.




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