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Description Description Item Item Trackpad TrackPoint buttons NFC (near field communication) mark Touch screen * 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. ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 User Guide...
Side view Description Description Item Item USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector Power connector Audio connector SD card reader Nano-SIM-card tray USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector Always On USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector Security-lock slot * for selected models Statement on USB transfer rate Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file attributes, and other factors related to system configuration and operating environments, the actual transfer rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed...
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USB device Data rate (Gbit/s) Thunderbolt 3 Thunderbolt 4 ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 User Guide...
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.
• 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...
The cellular data plan might vary by location. • For details on Linux WWAN status for your platform, refer to https://www.lenovo.com/linux/wwan- enablement-on-Linux.pdf . Check here first if WWAN is supported on Linux for your platform.
3. Turn on or turn off the Airplane mode switch. Interact with your computer Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen. Use the camera • Take pictures or record videos by using the Cheese application. The indicator next to the camera is on when the camera is in use.
Key / Key combination Function Toggle keyboard backlight (for selected models) Break operation Pause operation Scroll contents Send system request 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.
Use your index finger or middle finger to apply pressure to the pointing-stick nonslip cap in any direction parallel to the keyboard. The pointer on the screen moves accordingly but the pointing stick itself does not move. The higher the pressure applied, the faster the pointer moves. 2.
Use the touch gestures Description Illustration Tap anywhere on the trackpad with one finger to select or open an item. Two-finger tap Tap anywhere on the trackpad with two fingers to display a shortcut menu. Two-finger scroll Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them in the vertical or horizontal direction.
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Note: Some gestures might not be available depending on the app you use. Description Illustration Tap once • From the Start menu: Open an app or item. • From the desktop: Select an app or item. • In an open app: Perform an action such as Copy, Save, and Delete, depending on the app.
Description Illustration Move two fingers closer together Zoom out. Move two fingers farther apart Zoom in. Tips • Turn off the computer before cleaning the multi-touch screen. • Use a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth or a piece of absorbent cotton to remove fingerprints or dust from the multi-touch screen.
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Note: If you set a higher resolution for the computer display than the external display, only part of the screen can be displayed on the external display. Chapter 2 Get started with your computer...
• Press Fn+H to switch to performance mode. Use the P-to-P 2.0 charging function The USB-C connector on the computer features the Lenovo-unique P-to-P 2.0 charging function. When no ac power is available, this feature enables one computer to supply power to another computer through a USB-C to USB-C cable.
• Put the computer to sleep: After 20 minutes To reset the power plan to achieve the best balance between performance and power saving: 1. Click on the battery symbol in the system menu drop down box and select Power Settings. 2.
Purchase options Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to help expand the capabilities 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 Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models) If your computer comes with a fingerprint reader, you can use it to enroll your fingerprints.
Use passwords This section introduces types of passwords in UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) and how to set, change, and remove a password. Password types You can set a power-on password, supervisor password, system management password, or NVMe password in UEFI BIOS to prevent unauthorized access to your computer.
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.
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 system management password removed.
• Use the fwupdmgr or software utility to check LVFS for firmware updates. • Go to and select the entry for your computer. Then, follow the on-screen https://pcsupport.lenovo.com instructions to download and install the latest UEFI BIOS update package. ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 User Guide...
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LED indicators on Esc, F1, and F4 blinking sequentially to indicate the progress. Do not press the power button to interrupt the process. Wait a few minutes until the logo screen is displayed. To know more about UEFI BIOS, visit Knowledge Base of your computer at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com Chapter 5 Configure advanced settings...
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.
2. Select Config ➙ Power. The Power submenu is displayed. 3. Select Disable Built-in Battery and press Enter. 4. Select Yes in the Setup Confirmation window. The built-in battery is disabled and the computer turns off automatically. Wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool. Replace a CRU Follow the replacement procedure to replace a CRU.
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 ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 User Guide...
Note: Memory module replacement might cause memory retraining. For details, see “Detect memory retraining (for Intel models only)” on page 26. 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: The M.2 solid-state drive is sensitive.
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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: •...
Notes: • 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. Removal procedure for M.2 solid-state drive Gen 4 and bracket (for selected models)
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 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...
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 44. 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.
The LLW also is preinstalled on the computer. To access the LLW, go to /opt/Lenovo If you cannot view the LLW either from the Web site or from your computer, contact your local Lenovo office or reseller to obtain a printed version of the LLW.
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• 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.
• https://www.lenovo.com/warranty/llw_02 • https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/warrantylookup Purchase additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services from Lenovo at https:// pcsupport.lenovo.com/warrantyupgrade Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. Chapter 7 Help and support...
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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 (main)* Wireless WAN antenna (auxiliary)* * for selected models Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization) 3048 m (10 000 ft) Temperature •...
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