About this guide • This guide applies to Lenovo product model(s) listed below. Illustrations in this guide may look slightly different from your product model. Model name Machine type (MT) ThinkBook 14p G2 ACH 20YN ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH 20YM •...
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1. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice. 2. Infrared LED * Emit infrared light for face authentication. 3. Camera • Capture still and moving images for taking photos, recording videos, and video chatting. • Capture your face images for face authentication. Note: Use Windows Hello to enroll your face for face authentication.
Base Figure 3. Base view — ThinkBook 14p G2 ACH Figure 4. Base view — ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH Chapter 1 Meet your computer...
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1. Wireless antennas Send and receive radio waves for the built-in wireless LAN (local area network) and Bluetooth module. Notes: • The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. • If the location of the antennas is close to the user’s body (< 20 cm), you can find the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) values in the Setup Guide that comes with your computer.
Left Figure 5. Left view — ThinkBook 14p G2 ACH 1. Charging light Indicate whether the computer is connected to ac power. • Solid white: Connected to ac power; battery capacity 91%–100% • Solid amber: Connected to ac power; battery capacity 1%–90% •...
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Figure 6. Left view — ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH 1. Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat. Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat. 2. Combo audio jack Connect to headphones or headsets with a 3.5 mm (0.14 inch), 4-pole plug.
Right Figure 7. Right view — ThinkBook 14p G2 ACH 1. Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat. Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat. 2. Nano security-lock slot Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible security cable lock.
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Figure 8. Right view — ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH 1. Novo button hole Press the Novo button to open the Novo Button menu. From the menu, you can choose to open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility, the Boot menu, or the Windows startup options screen. 2.
The always-on (always-on) function can be turned on or off in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility. Note: If Lenovo Vantage is pre-installed on your computer, you can also set always-on function within that software. ™...
Bottom Figure 11. Bottom view — ThinkBook 14p G2 ACH Figure 12. Bottom view — ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH 1. Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming airflow to dissipate internal heat. Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat.
Features and specifications ThinkBook 14p G2 ACH Dimensions • Width: 312 mm (12.28 inches) • Depth: 216 mm (8.5 inches) • Thickness – Thinnest: 14.9 mm (0.58 inches) – Thickest: 18.9 mm (0.74 inches) ac power adapter • Input: 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz •...
Connectors and slots • Combo audio jack • USB Type-A connector × 2 (one connector with Always-On function) • USB-C connector × 2 – Power input up to 95 W using the included power adapter – Power output up to 5 V and 3 A –...
USB device Data rate (Gbit/s) 3.2 Gen 1 3.2 Gen 2 Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization) 3048 m (10 000 ft) Temperature • At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft) – Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) –...
If night light mode is turned on, you can adjust the color temperature of the Night light temperature screen. Note: Selected Lenovo computers are low blue light certified. These computers are tested with night light turned on and color temperature set to the default value of 48. Windows...
To open it, type its name in the Windows Search box and select the matched result. If neither of the apps is pre-installed, you may install one on your own. Lenovo Vantage is available for download free of charge from the Microsoft Store.
Open the Novo Button menu For Lenovo computers with a Novo button, you can press the button to open the Novo Button menu. Step 1. Turn off the computer. Step 2. Open the LCD screen and press the Novo button.
+ ESC. Numeric keypad Some Lenovo computers includes a dedicated numeric keypad on the far right of the keyboard. The keypad is used for entering numbers and operators quickly. Press the NumLock key to enable or disable the numeric keypad.
To extend your battery’s lifespan, the battery may optimize its full charge capacity based on your usage. After prolonged periods of limited use, full battery capacity may not be available until you discharge to as low as 20% and recharge completely. For more information, refer to the power section of Lenovo Vantage.
Follow on-screen instructions to change the order of devices under Boot Priority Order. Note: You can also change startup sequence temporarily without opening the setup utility. To do so, start the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, press F12 (or Fn + F12) repeatedly. User Guide...
Attention: If you forget the administrator password, a Lenovo authorized service personnel cannot reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized service personnel to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be charged for parts and service.
Step 2. Select Security ➙ Set Administrator Password and press Enter. Step 3. Enter a password string that contains only letters and numbers and then press Enter Step 4. Enter the password again and press Enter. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes. Step 5.
Lenovo authorized service personnel cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized service personnel to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be charged for parts and service.
Where can I get the latest device • Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager drivers and UEFI/BIOS? • Lenovo Support Web site at https://support.lenovo.com...
If you intend to install a CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. You might be required to return the defective part that is replaced by the CRU. When return is required: (1) return instructions, a prepaid shipping label, and a container will be included with the replacement CRU;...
Call Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center. Before you contact Lenovo Record product information and problem details before you contact Lenovo.
• Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.
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