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ThinkPad® X131e: Built for Education

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Built to Last

Active Protection System

Detects sudden changes in motion

and temporarily stops the hard

drive to protect against data loss

from accidental impacts

Stronger, Island-style

Keyboard 60% Gap reduction to

protect keyboard keys from

being removed.

Also spill-resistantStronger Hinges

Designed to last 50,000

cycles

Stronger Bezel

1.2mm thicker plastic

to protect LED panel

Mil-Spec Testing

Exceeds industry standard

durability specifications

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Top Cover Bumper Rubber bumper absorbs force

from bumps and protects the

edges of the system

Reinforced Ports55% stronger port for added

durability

Stronger Corners33% stronger to reduce

damage from accidental

drops

Recessed Ports Protects against

accidental damage

to ports

Built to Survive

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Getting to Know Your X131e

HDMI PortFor connecting to most

digital TV sets

Card ReaderFor copying pictures from

a digital camera

Powered USB (Yellow)USB port that can also be

used to power cell phones or

other devices

Power Connector

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Getting to Know Your X131e

VGA PortUsed for external monitors or

screens

Fan ExhaustCrucial not to block this vent,

i.e. pillows and blankets

USB 3.0 Ports Latest generation for faster

devices and legacy devices

Wired Internet

Headphone/MicrophoneUtilizes one plug for standard

Headphones or a combined

headset

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Keeping Students on Task

Wireless Activity LEDProvides a quick visual cue to instructors/parents to

ensure all students are online or offline.

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Unified Search

Windows 7 Tips

Using the Taskbar

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Adjusting Power Options

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FN + F6 – access communications center for camera and volume control

FN +F7 – switch between computer LCD and external monitor/projector

FN +F8 – adjust brightness down

FN + F9 – adjust brightness level up

FN +F10, F11, F12 – multimedia controls

F10 – rewind

F11 – play or pause

F12 – fast forward

Funtion Keys =„s Shortcuts

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Know Your Schedule

– Your computer use will vary based on day and class.

– Manage your battery life accordingly

– Leverage common spaces for down time

Between Classes

– Do not turn your machine off

– Most cases it is best to put the computer in sleep mode

– If you will not use for over an hour, you can turn off your machine

During Class

– Adjusting display setting to dim and turn off screen can greatly enhance battery life

– Be careful with any attached devices (mouse, headphones, power adapter)

The School Day

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Morning at Home

– If you do work before leaving home, try to keep computer plugged in

– Save all your work

– Put your computer in “sleep” mode

Bedtime

– Make sure you have saved any relevant work

– Shut Down your system

– Be sure that the fan exhaust is cleared from obstruction

– Plug your power adapter in

At Home

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Be Safe and Protect your computer

– Never allow non-family members to use your computer

– Never store it in open sight, i.e. back seat of car

– If possible lock in trunk

– Never leave it unattended in common places, i.e. coffee shops

– Be mindful of placing the power cord in traffic areas

Using Public Internet

– Do Not Turn on Public Sharing

– Limit your use of personal information

Around Town

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Carrying Case

– Always use the case when moving from place to place

– Make sure the computer is asleep/off

Troubleshooting

– Seek assistance as soon as possible

– Be sure to communicate any recurring “issues”

Embrace the TrackPoint

– More Ergonomic

– More Efficient

Use the Right-Click

– Provides menu of options

– Likely to have an option for whatever task you want(Copy, Save, Delete, Bold, Underline…)

General Tips

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