Questions & Answers
- Model:
- 81W1018XUS
- |
- SKU:
- 6449503
Q: QuestionConnect to my monitor My monitor does not have hdmi port. It has VGA and dvi. Would a cable with both hdmi and vga work? Thnx
Asked by Lou.
- A:Answer You can use a HDMI to VGA adapter with your VGA cable, like this one: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-hdmi-to-vga-adapter-white/6418348.p?skuId=6418348
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Q: QuestionCan this be connected to printer?
Asked by Catt.
- A:Answer The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS is compatible with any printer that is compatible with the Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System. We recommend you check with your printer manufacturer for the compatibility of your specific printer model. If you choose to switch out of S-Mode for Windows 10 Home: Here is a link to instructions for switching from Windows 10 S-Mode to Windows 10 Home: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4456067/windows-10-switch-out-of-s-mode
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Q: Questioncan you upgrade it to 12gb ram or the maximum is 8
Asked by roblox.
- A:Answer The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with 8GB DDR4-2400MHz RAM (4GB Soldered DDR4-2400 + 4GB SO-DIMM DDR4-2400MHz RAM), one memory soldered to systemboard, one DDR4 SO-DIMM slot, dual-channel capable. The maximum RAM this model configuration can support is: Up to 12GB (4GB soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM) DDR4-2400MHz RAM). We recommend you consult with your certified technician about your RAM upgrade options.
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Q: Questionwill roblox run on this laptop
Asked by robloxfan.
- A:Answer That will depend on the requirements and compatibility of the specific game you want to play. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We recommend you check with the specific game's software publisher's web site, of the game you want to play, for their compatibility with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit operating system and the minimum/recommended hardware requirements (Is a Graphics card required, the processor speed and the minimum required system RAM and the minimum available hard drive space) to run their program, then compare those requirements to this system's configuration. If you choose to switch out of S-Mode for Windows 10 Home: Here is a link to instructions for switching from Windows 10 S-Mode to Windows 10 Home: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4456067/windows-10-switch-out-of-s-mode
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Q: Questionis the ram upgradeable?
Asked by Man.
- A:Answer The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with 8GB DDR4-2400MHz RAM (4GB Soldered DDR4-2400 + 4GB SO-DIMM DDR4-2400MHz RAM), one memory soldered to systemboard, one DDR4 SO-DIMM slot, dual-channel capable. The maximum RAM this model configuration can support is: Up to 12GB (4GB soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM) DDR4-2400MHz RAM. We recommend you consult with your certified technician about your RAM upgrade options.
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Q: QuestionWill this computer support the Adobe Creative Suite for college digital media classes?
Asked by SignDeb.
- A:Answer That will depend on the requirements and compatibility of the specific APPs you want to use. The lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We recommend you check with the specific APPs software publisher's web site, of the specific APP you want to use, for their compatibility with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit operating system and the minimum/recommended hardware requirements (Is a Graphics card required, the processor speed and the minimum required system RAM and the minimum available hard drive space) to run their program, then compare those requirements to this system's configuration. If you choose to switch out of S-Mode for Windows 10 Home: Here is a link to instructions for switching from Windows 10 S-Mode to Windows 10 Home: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4456067/windows-10-switch-out-of-s-mode
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Q: Questioncan I use a regular keyboard with this computer?
Asked by neal.
- A:Answer Yes you can, so long as the keyboard is compatible with the Windows 10 Operating System.
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Q: QuestionWill I be able to download my machine embroidery software to this laptop and does it play cds?
Asked by Kat100.
- A:Answer That will depend on the requirements and compatibility of the device you want to use with the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS. This laptop ships with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We recommend you check with the device manufacturer's web site for their compatibility with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit operating system and the minimum/recommended hardware requirements (Is a Graphics card required, the processor speed and the minimum required system RAM and the minimum available hard drive space) to run their program, then compare those requirements to this system's configuration. If you choose to switch out of S-Mode for Windows 10 Home: Here is a link to instructions for switching from Windows 10 S-Mode to Windows 10 Home: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4456067/windows-10-switch-out-of-s-mode. Although this Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop does not ship with a built in CD/DVD drive, you can use an external, USB-based Windows 10 compatible CD/DVD drive with this laptop.
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Q: QuestionHow many GH does this laptop poses?
Asked by GH.
- A:Answer The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with the 2-Core/4-Thread AMD Ryzen 3 3250U processor with a base speed of 2.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 3.5GHz.
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Q: QuestionDoes it come with windows? And will I be able to upgrade to windows 11 for free?
Asked by PJ.
- A:Answer Yes it comes with windows 10 and you can upgrade to windows 11
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Q: QuestionCan this computer run Star Stable easily? I am looking for a computer to play Star Stable on.
Asked by HorseWeirdo.
- A:Answer That really will depend on the requirements and compatibility of the specific game you want to play. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with the Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We recommend you check with the specific game's software publisher's web site for their compatibility with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit operating system and the minimum/recommended hardware requirements (Is a Graphics card required, the processor speed and the minimum required system RAM and the minimum available hard drive space) to run their program, then compare those requirements to this system's configuration.
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Q: QuestionDoes this laptop come with windows applications? Such as Word and Excel?
Asked by Sos.
- A:Answer The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with a 30-day trial of Microsoft Office 365 included as part of the Windows 10 operating system. In order to keep the program active after the trial period, you will need to purchase a product key. You will not need to download any additional software.
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Q: QuestionWill this work with cricut design space
Asked by Laura.
- A:Answer That will depend on the requirements and compatibility of the hardware you want to use with the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 laptop. This laptop ships with the Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We recommend you check with the device manufacturer's web site for their compatibility with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit operating system and the minimum/recommended hardware requirements (Is a Graphics card required, the processor speed and the minimum required system RAM and the minimum available hard drive space) to run their program, then compare those requirements to this system's configuration. If you choose to switch out of S-Mode for Windows 10 Home: Here is a link to instructions for switching from Windows 10 S-Mode to Windows 10 Home: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4456067/windows-10-switch-out-of-s-mode
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Q: QuestionIs any software included
Asked by Ron.
- A:Answer The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with: Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System, McAfee LiveSafe - 30 day trial, Microsoft Office - 30 day trial, Lenovo Utility, Lenovo Vantage, Alexa, Mirkat.
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Q: QuestionDoes this laptop support Nano S and Nano X?
Asked by Pickylilthang.
- A:Answer That will depend on the requirements and compatibility of the specific format hardware wallet you plan to use. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We recommend you check with the specific hardware wallet manufacturer's web site, of the specific hardware wallet you plan to use, for their compatibility with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit operating system and the minimum/recommended hardware requirements (Is a Graphics card required, the processor speed and the minimum required system RAM and the minimum available hard drive space) to run their program, then compare those requirements to this system's configuration. If you choose to switch out of S-Mode for Windows 10 Home, here is a link to instructions for switching from Windows 10 S-Mode to Windows 10 Home: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4456067/windows-10-switch-out-of-s-mode
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Q: QuestionDoes this laptop have a built in Optical Drive?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Although there is no built in CD/DVD drive within this Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, you can use an external, USB-based Windows 10 compatible CD/DVD drive with this laptop, like this one: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-8x-external-usb-double-layer-dvdrw-cd-rw-drive-black/5852919.p?skuId=5852919
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Q: QuestionDoes it have Realtek HD Audio Manager and Ice AudioWizard?
Asked by SCOTTLEDZEP.
- A:Answer The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with the Realtek High Definition (HD) Audio Chip with stereo system speakers, 1.5W x2, with Dolby Audio sound enhancement software.
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Q: QuestionCan it run vr
Asked by Kumi.
- A:Answer That will depend on the requirements and compatibility of the VR hardware and software you will be using. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, ships with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We recommend you check with the VR hardware manufacturer as well as the VR software publisher's web sites, for the VR system you want to use, for their compatibility with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit operating system and the minimum/recommended hardware requirements (Is a Graphics card required, the processor speed and the minimum required system RAM and the minimum available hard drive space) to run their program, then compare those requirements to this system's configuration. If you choose to switch out of S-Mode to Windows 10 Home, here is a link to instructions for switching from Windows 10 S-Mode to Windows 10 Home: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4456067/windows-10-switch-out-of-s-mode
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Q: QuestionDoes this have a dvd/cd drive?
Asked by Jammer.
- A:Answer Although the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15 Laptop, model number 81W1018XUS, does not ship with a built in CD/DVD drive, you can use an external, USB-based Windows 10 compatible CD/DVD drive with this laptop, like this one: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-8x-external-usb-double-layer-dvdrw-cd-rw-drive-black/5852919.p?skuId=5852919
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