Contents About this documentation ..iii Chapter 1. Meet your computer ..1 Chapter 4. Accessories ..33 Chapter 2. Get started with your Chapter 5.
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Appendix A. Important safety information ....73 Appendix B. Accessibility and ergonomic information ..87 Chapter 8. Help and support ..65 Appendix C.
Chapter 2. Get started with your computer Get started with Windows 10 Windows account Windows user account Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Family & other users Start Microsoft account...
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Windows user interface Account Documents Documents Pictures Pictures Settings Power Start Start button Windows Search Task View Windows notification area Battery status icon Network icon Action center Open the Start menu Start Access Control Panel Start Windows System ➙ Control Panel...
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Launch an app Start Windows label Connect to networks Connect to the wired Ethernet Note: Connect to Wi-Fi networks...
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Connect to a cellular network Note: To establish cellular connection: Use Lenovo Vantage Access Lenovo Vantage Lenovo Vantage Start Lenovo Vantage Key features...
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User Guide Notes: Interact with your computer Use privacy protection (for selected models) Use the PrivacyGuard feature Automatic PrivacyGuard feature for passwords Note: Use PrivacyGuard with the PrivacyAlert feature PrivacyAlert PrivacyGuard...
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Use the Intelligent Cooling feature on ac power on battery power...
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Use the keyboard shortcuts ThinkPad T490s ThinkPad X390...
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Use the TrackPoint pointing device Use the TrackPoint pointing device Pointing stick Left-click button Right-click button Middle button...
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Disable the TrackPoint pointing device Start Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Mouse Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap Note: Use the trackpad Use the trackpad Left-click zone Right-click zone...
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Use the touch gestures Two-finger tap Two-finger scroll Two-finger zoom out Two-finger zoom in...
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Swipe three fingers up Swipe three fingers down Notes: Disable the trackpad Start Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Touchpad Touchpad Use the multi-touch screen Note: Tap once Start Copy Save Delete Tap twice quickly...
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Tap and hold Slide Drag an item to the location you want Move two fingers closer together Move two fingers farther apart Swipe in from the right edge...
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Swipe in from the left edge Swipe downwards shortly from the top edge (for full-screened app or when your computer is in the tablet mode) Swipe in from the top edge to the bottom edge (when your computer is in the tablet mode) Tips Use multimedia Use audio...
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Connect to an external display Connect to a wired display Display settings ➙ Detect Display ➙ Shared Display Priority Supported resolution Connect the external display to Supported resolution Connect to a wireless display Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Bluetooth & other devices ➙ Add Bluetooth or other device Wireless display or dock...
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Connect Set the display mode Duplicate these displays Extend these displays Show only on 1 Show only on 2 Change display settings Display settings Note:...
Chapter 3. Explore your computer Manage power Check the battery status and temperature Check the battery status Check the battery temperature Charge the computer Use ac power Note: Use P-to-P 2.0 charging function Always On USB Charge in Battery Mode Always On USB Charge in Battery Mode Config ➙...
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When ac power is available: Note: Maximize the battery life Set power button behaviors Power Options ➙ Choose what the power buttons do Set the power plan...
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Table 1. Default power plan (when plugged into ac power) Power Options Transfer data Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Bluetooth & other devices Start Bluetooth Add Bluetooth or other device ➙ Bluetooth Set up an NFC connection Turn on NFC Settings ➙...
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Pair with an NFC card or NFC-enabled smartphone Attention: Use a microSD card Supported microSD card Attention: Replace or install a microSD card: Note:...
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Use a smart card Supported smart card Attention: Install the card Remove the card Attention: Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media Airplane mode Start...
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Rear view Figure 1. ThinkPad Basic Docking Station Figure 2. ThinkPad Pro Docking Station Figure 3. ThinkPad Ultra Docking Station ThinkPad Pro Docking ThinkPad Ultra Docking Connectors ThinkPad Basic Docking Station Station Station ®...
Chapter 5. Secure your computer and information Lock the computer Note: ™ ™ Use passwords Password types Power-on password...
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Supervisor password System management password Note: Security ➙ Password ➙ System Management Password Access Control Hard disk passwords User hard disk password only Master hard disk password + User hard disk password Note:...
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Set, change, and remove a password Security ➙ Password What to do if you forget your power-on password Security ➙ Password ➙ Power-On Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password What to do if you forget your hard disk password What to do if you forget your supervisor password What to do if you forget your system management password Security ➙...
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Enter Current Password Enter New Password Use Power Loss Protection function (for selected models) SYSTEM INFORMATION ➙ STORAGE Device Type Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models) Enroll your fingerprints Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Sign-in options Log in with your fingerprint Associate your fingerprints with your power-on password and hard disk password...
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Attention: Maintain the fingerprint reader Use face authentication (for selected models) Create face ID Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Sign-in options Password Windows Hello Set up Face Recognition Get Started Improve Recognition Windows Hello Log in with face authentication Use firewalls and antivirus programs...
Chapter 6. Configure advanced settings UEFI BIOS What is UEFI BIOS Enter the UEFI BIOS menu Note: Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface Attention: boldface ↑↓ ← → Change the startup sequence Startup ➙ Boot Note:...
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Set the system date and time Date/Time Update UEFI BIOS Recovery information Restore system files and settings to an earlier point Control Panel Recovery ➙ Open System Restore Restore your files from a backup Note: Control Panel File History ➙ Restore personal files Reset your computer Note: Settings ➙...
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Use advanced options Note: Start Settings ➙ Update & security ➙ Recovery Advanced startup Restart now ➙ Troubleshoot ➙ Advanced options Windows automatic recovery Note: Create and use a recovery USB device Create a recovery USB drive Attention: recovery Create a recovery drive Use the recovery USB drive Troubleshoot...
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Install Windows 10 and drivers Install a Windows 10 operating system Attention: Active Security ➙ Security Chip Security Chip Active Config ➙ Storage ➙ Controller mode RST mode Startup ➙ Boot Boot Priority Order USB HDD Attention: Restart OS Optimized Defaults Install device drivers...
Chapter 7. CRU replacement What are CRUs Self-service CRUs: Optional-service CRUs: Self-service CRUs Optional-service CRUs Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery Control Panel Power Options Choose what the power buttons do Change settings that are currently unavailable Turn on fast startup Save changes...
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Config ➙ Power Power Disable Built-in Battery Replace a CRU Base cover assembly Prerequisite Note: Replacement procedure...
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Self-help resources Resources How to access? Lenovo Vantage User Guide Safety and Warranty Guide Setup Guide User Guide Regulatory Notice Get Help Tips...
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Call Lenovo Before you contact Lenovo ThinkPad T490s...
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ThinkPad X390 Lenovo Customer Support Center Telephone numbers Note: Services available during the warranty period Services not covered Safety and Warranty Guide...
Appendix A. Important safety information Safety notices Safety and Warranty Guide Note: Important information about using your computer Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates.
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Protect yourself from the heat generated by the ac power adapter. Prevent your computer from getting wet. Protect the cables from being damaged. Protect your computer and data when moving it.
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Customer Support Center for further guidance. For a list of Service and Support phone numbers, see the following Web site: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist Frequently inspect your computer and its components for damage, wear, or signs of danger. If you have any question about the condition of a component, do not use the product. Contact the Customer Support Center or the product manufacturer for instructions on how to inspect the product and have it repaired, if necessary.
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Power cords and power adapters DANGER Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer. The power cords shall be safety approved. For Germany, it shall be H03VV-F, 3G, 0.75 mm , or better. For other countries, the suitable types shall be used accordingly. Never wrap a power cord around a power adapter or other object.
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Plugs and outlets DANGER If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer to obtain a replacement.
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Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with approved parts. A battery other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery is not covered by the warranty.
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The Lenovo-authorized repair facilities or technicians recycle Lenovo batteries according to local laws and regulations. Do not:...
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Heat and product ventilation DANGER Computers, ac power adapters, and many accessories can generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook computers can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size. Always follow these basic precautions: •...
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Electrical current safety information DANGER Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not use your computer during a lightning storm. • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
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Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice CAUTION: The liquid crystal display (LCD) is made of glass, and rough handling or dropping the computer can cause the LCD to break. If the LCD breaks and the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes;...
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Glass parts notice CAUTION: Some parts of your product may be made of glass. This glass could break if the product is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If glass breaks, do not touch or attempt to remove it. Stop using your product until the glass is replaced by trained service personnel.
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Basic maintenance tips Clean your computer Clean the computer cover Clean the keyboard Clean the computer screen...
Appendix B. Accessibility and ergonomic information Accessibility information Keyboard shortcuts Note: Windows logo key + U Right Shift for eight seconds Shift five times Num Lock for five seconds Left Alt+Left Shift+Num Lock Left Alt+Left Shift+PrtScn (or PrtSc) keyboard shortcuts key combinations shortcut keys Ease of Access Center Control Panel Ease of Access ➙...
Appendix C. Supplemental information about the Linux operating system Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty /usr/share/doc/lenovo-doc /opt/Lenovo Access Linux distributions Get support information User Guide Safety and Warranty Guide User Guide Safety and Warranty Guide...
Appendix D. Compliance and TCO Certified information Radio frequency compliance statements Regulatory Notice Wireless-related information Wireless interoperability Notes: Usage environment and your health...
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Locate the UltraConnect wireless antennas ™ Locate wireless regulatory notices Regulatory Notice European Union — compliance with the Radio Equipment Directive Brazil...
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Mexico Advertencia Singapore Korea 무선설비 전파 혼신 (사용주파수 2400∼2483.5 , 5725∼5825 무선제품해당) 해당 무선설비가 전파혼신 가능성이 있으므로 인명안전과 관련된 서비스는 할 수 없음 SAR 정보 본 장치는 전파 노출에 대한 가이드라인을 충족합니다 본 장치는 무선 송수신기 입니다 본 장치는 국제 가이드라인으로 권장되는 전파 노출에 대한 제한을 초과하지 않도록...
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WEEE information for Hungary Japan recycling statements Collect and recycle a disused Lenovo computer or monitor Dispose of Lenovo computer components Dispose of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers...
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Dispose of a disused battery from Lenovo notebook computers Recycling information for Brazil Declarações de Reciclagem no Brasil Descarte de um Produto Lenovo Fora de Uso Battery recycling information for the European Union Notice:...
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Dispose of lithium batteries and battery packs from Lenovo products Dispose of battery packs from Lenovo products Recycling information for mainland China Battery recycling information for Taiwan...
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Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive of countries and regions European Union RoHS Turkish WEEE / RoHS Ukraine RoHS India RoHS Mainland China RoHS...
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Taiwan RoHS Electromagnetic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity...
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FCC ID and IC Certification information Industry Canada compliance statement European Union conformity Compliance with the EMC Directive EU ErP (EcoDesign) Directive (2009/125/EC) - external power adapters (Regulation (EU) 2019/1782) German Class B compliance statement Hinweis zur Einhaltung der Klasse B zur elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit...
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Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase Japan notice for ac power cord Other compliance and TCO Certified information of countries and regions...
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Certification-related information Product name Compliance ID Machine types Regulatory labels Korean E-label notice TCO Certified Note: Export classification notice Lenovo product service information for Taiwan Taiwan precautionary vision statement 警語:使用過度恐傷害視力 注意事項:...
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使用 分鐘請休息 分鐘。 未滿 歲幼兒不看螢幕, 歲以上每天看螢幕不要超過 小時。 Supplemental information for the Eurasian Union Назначение Изготовитель Страна производства Наименование и местонахождение уполномоченного изготовителем лица Импортер *Согласно ГОСТ 2.601-2013 «Единая система конструкторской документации. Эксплуатационные документы», пункт 5.1, подпункт 5.1.2, этикетка является видом эксплуатационных документов. Дата...
Appendix E. Notices and trademarks Notices Lenovo (United States), Inc. 8001 Development Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 U.S.A. Attention: Lenovo Director of Licensing...