Lenovo IdeaPad S100 User Manual

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Chapter 2. Learning the basics

driver is installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device without
performing any additional steps.

Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your computer has
finished transferring data by that device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware
icon in the notification area of Windows to remove the device before
disconnecting.

Connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices (on select models)

If your computer has an integrated Bluetooth

adapter, it can connect to other

Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as notebook computers, PDAs, and mobile
phones, and transfer data wirelessly to and from them over a range of up to
10 meters in open areas.

Enabling Bluetooth communication on your computerr

You must enable Bluetooth communication on your computer before pairing
your computer with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
To enable Bluetooth communication on your computer:
1 Press Fn+F5; a list of wireless features will be displayed.
2 Enable Bluetooth communication with a single click.

Pairing your computer with other Bluetooth-enabled devices

The first time you connect your computer to another Bluetooth-enabled
device, you must pair the device with your computer as follows:
1 Enable Bluetooth communication on the device and set it to discoverable

mode.

Note:

Typically, Windows detects a new device after connecting it, and then installs the
driver automatically. However, some devices may require you to install the driver
before connecting. Check the documentation provided by the device's manufacturer
before connecting the device.

Note:

If your USB device uses a power cord, connect the device to a power source before
connecting it. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized.

Note:

The actual maximum range may vary due to interference and transmission barriers.
For the best possible connection speed, place the device as near to your computer as
possible.

Note:

When you do not need Bluetooth communication, disable it to save battery power.

Note:

Read the documentation supplied with the device for details.