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* for selected models Webcam privacy shutter Slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy. Related topics • “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 10 • “Use the trackpad” on page 11 •...
Side view USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector Power connector Audio connector SD card reader Nano-SIM-card tray USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Security-lock slot * for selected models Related topics • “USB specifications” on page 5 •...
Bottom view Emergency-reset hole If the computer stops responding and you cannot turn it off by pressing the power button, reset your computer: 1. Disconnect your computer from ac power. 2. Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole to cut off power supply temporarily. 3.
Features and specifications For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com and search by product. Two slots, Double data rate 5 (DDR5) small outline dual in-line memory module Memory (SODIMM), up to 32 GB for each, up to 64 GB in total •...
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• Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your computer • USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https:// www.lenovo.com/accessories • USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector • USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) connector • USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector...
Connect to the wired Ethernet To connect your computer to a local network, you need a Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter or Lenovo USB-C to 2.5G Ethernet Adapter. Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter or Lenovo USB-C to 2.5G Ethernet Adapter are available as an option and shipped with some computer models.
Interact with your computer Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen. Use the keyboard shortcuts The special keys on the keyboard help you work more effectively. https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/videos/vid500145 X1 Extreme Gen 5 / P1 Gen 5 User Guide...
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Invoke the special function printed as an icon on each key or standard function of F1–F12 function keys. FnLock indicator on: standard function FnLock indicator off: special function Enable / disable speakers Decrease volume Increase volume Enable / disable microphones Darken display Brighten display Manage external displays...
Enter sleep mode To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button. Go to beginning Go to end Use the TrackPoint pointing device The TrackPoint pointing device enables you to perform all the functions of a traditional mouse, such as pointing, clicking, and scrolling.
Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap Note: Ensure that the new cap has grooves Use the trackpad You can use the trackpad to perform all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse. Use the trackpad Right-click zone Left-click zone Chapter 2 Get started with your computer...
Use the touch gestures Tap once to select or open an item. Tap twice quickly to display a shortcut menu. Two-finger zoom in or zoom out. Scroll through items. Open the task view to see all open windows. Show the desktop. Notes: •...
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Tap once to single click Tap twice quickly to double-click Tap and hold to right-click Slide to scroll through items Zoom out Zoom in Swipe from the left: view all open windows (Windows 10) Swipe from the right: open action center (Windows 10) Swipe from the left: open widget panel (Windows 11) Swipe from the right: open notification center (Windows Drag...
Maintenance tips: • Turn off the computer before cleaning the touch screen. • Use a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth or a piece of absorbent cotton to remove fingerprints or dust from the touch screen. Do not apply solvents to the cloth. •...
• The default function of each button might vary in different apps. • To customize the button functions, use Lenovo Pen Settings. If Lenovo Pen Settings is not installed on your computer, download and install the latest WinTab driver from https://support.lenovo.com...
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Charge the pen 1. Remove the pen cap in the direction as shown. 2. Connect the pen to a charger with a USB-C cable. 3. Reinstall the pen cap. Note: When the LED indicator blinks in amber, the pen battery power is low. The LED indicator is in solid amber during charging and is solid white when the pen is fully charged.
Lenovo Quick Clean / Clean Your Device Depending on the model, your computer might support the Lenovo Quick Clean / Clean Your Device feature. The preinstalled Lenovo Quick Clean / Clean Your Device enables you to temporarily disable the keyboard, screen, trackpad, and TrackPoint pointing device for cleaning.
Access Glance by Mirametrix Type Glance in the Windows search box and then press Enter. Note: If Glance is uninstalled, you can request it through https://support.lenovo.com/contactus Explore key features Depending on the model, some features might not be available on your computer.
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Note: If your computer comes with an ePrivacy screen, it can work with Glance to achieve better privacy protection. For details, go to https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/videos/vid500144 • Improve productivity – Snap Window: When you select a window on one screen and turn your face to another, the window automatically snaps to the top center of the screen you are facing.
1. Click the triangular icon in the Windows notification area to show hidden icons. Then, right-click 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to select a profile as desired. Lenovo provides backup color profiles in Lenovo Cloud. You might need to restore or install color profiles in the following situations: •...
Intelligent Thermal Solution (ITS) driver from https:// pcsupport.lenovo.com Use the Cool and Quiet on lap feature The Cool and Quiet on lap feature helps cool down your computer when it becomes hot. Any extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could cause discomfort.
For more information, refer to the power section of the Vantage app. • Lenovo provides you with an estimate of how much battery life you might expect from your computer based on the battery life test under specific benchmark. The actual amount of battery life varies significantly depending on your computer settings, usage, configuration and other factors.
the battery life, you can lower the display brightness of the computer display or turn off wireless feature when not in use. Note: The actual charging speed of your computer depends on many factors, such as the remaining battery power of the computers, the wattage of the ac power adapter, and whether you are using the computers. Change the power settings ®...
By using NFC, you can simply tap and connect your computer and another NFC-enabled device over a few centimeters or inches. To pair with an NFC card or smartphone: Note: Ensure that the NFC card is in NFC Data Exchange Format (NDEF), otherwise the card cannot be detected.
Purchase accessories Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to help expand the functionalities of your computer. Options include memory modules, storage devices, network cards, port replicators or docking stations, batteries, power adapters, keyboards, mice, and more. To shop at Lenovo, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories...
Note: The slot supports cable locks that conform to the Kensington NanoSaver lock standards using Cleat™ locking technology. You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking device and security feature. Lenovo is not responsible for the locking device and security feature. You can purchase the cable locks at https://smartfind.lenovo.com Log in with your fingerprint The fingerprint reader is integrated with the power button.
PLP function enables your computer data to be saved timely. However, there is no guarantee that all data is saved in any situation. To check the type of your M.2 solid-state drive: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F10 to enter the Lenovo diagnostics window.
The system management password can also protect the system information stored in UEFI BIOS like a supervisor password, but it has lower authority by default. The system management password can be set through the UEFI BIOS menu or through Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) with the Lenovo client-management interface.
5. In the Changes have been saved window, press Enter. 6. Press F10 to save changes and exit the UEFI BIOS menu. • If you have not set a supervisor password, contact a Lenovo authorized service provider to have the power-on password removed.
But the power-on password / NVMe password still can be used normally in certificate mode if you have set one. For certificate enrollment, see Certificate Enrollment Guide at: https://support.lenovo.com/docs/certificate_ enrollment_guide Enter the BIOS menu with certificate Once you have enrolled the certificate, you can enter the BIOS menu with the certificate.
3. Navigate the interface by pressing the following keys, and then see details by selecting each item. • ↑↓: Move keyboard focus • PgUp / PgDn: Scroll page • Enter: Select • F3: Exit The following BIOS event logs might be listed on your screen depending on the UEFI BIOS activities. Each log consists of date, time, and a description of the event.
• Open the Vantage app to check the available update packages. If the latest UEFI BIOS update package is available, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the package. • Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com and select the entry for your computer. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the latest UEFI BIOS update package.
To know more about UEFI BIOS, visit Knowledge Base of your computer at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com FIDO (Fast ID) Online authentication You computer support FIDO (Fast ID) Online authentication which works as an alternative of password- based authentication to help you achieve passwordless authentication. This new BIOS feature only works when power-on password is set in UEFI BIOS and FIDO2 USB device is registered in ThinkShield™...
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• Open the Vantage app to check the available update packages. Select the update packages you want, and then follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the packages. • Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com and select the entry for your computer. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install necessary drivers and software.
Create RAID volumes Attention: All the existing data stored on the selected drives will be erased while the RAID volume is being created. 1. Enter the Intel RST configuration utility. 2. Select Create RAID Volume, and then press Enter to open the CREATE RAID VOLUME window. 3.
After the reset process finishes, the Intel (R) Rapid Storage Technology window is displayed. The reset drive is listed under Non-RAID Physical Disks, and the volume of the reset drive is still listed under RAID Volumes. However, the status is changed from Normal to Failed or Degraded. 5.
If you intend on installing a CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You might be required to return the defective part that is replaced by the CRU.
To disable Fast Startup: 1. Go to Control Panel and view by Large icons or Small icons. 2. Click Power Options, and then click Choose what the power buttons do on the left pane. 3. Click Change settings that are currently unavailable at the top. 4.
Installation procedure Troubleshooting If the computer does not start up after you reinstall the base cover assembly, disconnect the ac power adapter and then reconnect it to the computer. Memory module Prerequisite Before you start, read and print the following instructions. Generic Safety and Compliance Notices Attention: Do not touch the contact edge of the memory module.
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Removal procedure Note: A Mylar film might cover the memory modules. To access the memory modules, peel off the film first. Installation procedure If you only install one memory module, install it in memory slot X1 Extreme Gen 5 / P1 Gen 5 User Guide...
Note: Memory module replacement might cause memory retraining. For details, see “Detect memory retraining” on page 34. M.2 solid-state drive and M.2 solid-state drive bracket (for selected models) Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices and print the following instructions. Attention: •...
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Depending on model, your computer might have two M.2-solid-state-drive slots. When you configure the M.2-solid-state-drive slot in the UEFI BIOS menu, ensure that you select the correct menu item. • Slot : NVMe0 • Slot : NVMe1 Special notices for M.2 solid-state drive thermal pad Before you replace a M.2 solid-state drive, observe the following tips to ensure you use the proper thermal pad: Note: Locate the spare thermal pad(s) in the carton box.
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• For M.2 solid-state drive Gen 4, the bracket is available for selected models. • For Lenovo supported M.2 solid-state drive Gen 4, only 4 TB models are dual-sided. Other models are single-sided. For Lenovo supported M.2 solid-state drive Gen 3, all models are single-sided.
Removal procedure for M.2 solid-state drive Gen 3 Speaker assembly Prerequisite Before you start, read and print the following instructions. Generic Safety and Compliance Notices For access, do the following: 1. Disable the built-in battery. See “Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery” on page 43. 2.
The following information is only for the computer with user-installable modules. Ensure that you use only a Lenovo-authorized wireless module specifically tested for this computer model. Otherwise, the computer will generate an error-code beep sequence when you turn on the computer.
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Removal procedure Type 1 When installing: • Before installing a wireless WAN card, peel off the protection film (if any) on the thermal pad in the wireless WAN card slot. • Ensure you plug the blue cable into connector , the black/grey cable into connector , the white/grey cable into connector , and orange cable into connector...
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• Before installing a wireless WAN card, peel off the protection film (if any) on the thermal pad in the wireless WAN card slot. • Ensure you plug the blue cable into connector and the orange cable into connector marked on the wireless WAN card.
Error messages If you see a message that is not included in the following table, record the error message first, then shut down the computer and call Lenovo for help. See “Lenovo Customer Support Center” on page 60. Message Solution The computer turned off because the battery power is low.
Beep errors Lenovo SmartBeep technology enables you to decode beep errors with your smartphone when a black screen occurs with beeps from your computer. To decode the beep error with Lenovo SmartBeep technology: 1. Go to or scan the following QR Code.
How to access? • https://www.lenovo.com/tips Troubleshooting and FAQ • https://forums.lenovo.com Accessibility information https://www.lenovo.com/accessibility • Use Lenovo recovery options. 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/ HowToCreateLenovoRecovery 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. • Use Windows recovery options. Reset or restore Windows 1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com...
In some cases, an earlier Windows version might be preinstalled under the terms of the Windows Pro edition license downgrade rights. 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 Prepare the following before you contact Lenovo: 1.
• 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.
• Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of programs For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that apply to your Lenovo hardware product, go to: •...
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The following illustration shows the antenna locations on your computer: Wireless LAN antenna (auxiliary) Wireless LAN antenna (main) Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO1)* Wireless WAN antenna (main, for selected models) Wireless WAN antenna (auxiliary, for selected models) Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO2)* * for selected models Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization)
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Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. This document is copyrighted by Lenovo and is not covered by any open source license, including any ® Linux agreement(s) which may accompany software included with this product.