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  • Page 2 Read this first Safety and Warranty Guide Setup Guide Third Edition (July 2022) © Copyright Lenovo 2020, 2022.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About this documentation ..iii Chapter 1. Meet your computer ..1 Chapter 5. Configure advanced settings....31 Chapter 2.
  • Page 4 Appendix A. Important safety Appendix D. Compliance information ....57 information ....75 Appendix B.

  • Page 5: About This Documentation

    About this documentation...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    Chapter 1. Meet your computer...
  • Page 8 Front Note:...
  • Page 9 Base Start Power Shut down Blinking for three times: Off: Blinking rapidly: Blinking slowly:...
  • Page 10 Left ™ ™...
  • Page 11 Right Note: Note: ™...
  • Page 12 Notes: Always On USB Charge in Battery Mode Charge in Battery Mode Config ➙ USB ➙ Always On USB...
  • Page 13 Rear Blinking for three times Blinking rapidly Blinking slowly...
  • Page 14 Bottom...
  • Page 15 Features and specifications Dimensions Maximum heat output Power source Start Microprocessor System Memory Storage device Display Keyboard Connectors and slots...
  • Page 16 Security features Wireless features Others Statement on USB transfer rate USB device Data rate (Gbit/s)

  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    Chapter 2. Get started with your computer Connect to networks Connect to the wired Ethernet Connect to Wi-Fi networks Connect to a cellular network (for selected models) Note:...
  • Page 18 Use the Vantage app Vantage Key features User Guide Notes: Interact with your computer Use the keyboard shortcuts...
  • Page 20 Use the TrackPoint pointing device Use the TrackPoint pointing device Pointing stick Left-click button Right-click button Middle button Disable the TrackPoint pointing device Start Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Mouse...
  • Page 21 Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap Note: Use the trackpad Use the trackpad Left-click zone Right-click zone...
  • Page 22 Use the touch gestures Two-finger tap Two-finger scroll Two-finger zoom out Two-finger zoom in Swipe three fingers up Swipe three fingers down...
  • Page 23 Notes: Disable the trackpad Start Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Touchpad Touchpad Use the multi-touch screen (for selected models) Note: Tap once Start Copy Save Delete Tap twice quickly Tap and hold Slide...
  • Page 24 Drag an item to the location you want Move two fingers closer together Move two fingers farther apart Swipe in from the right edge 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...
  • Page 25 Connect to an external display Connect to a wired display Supported resolution Connect the external display to Supported resolution Connect to a wireless display Set the display mode Change display settings...
  • Page 26 Use the Intelligent Cooling feature on battery power on ac power Use the Cool and Quiet on lap feature Config Cool and Quiet on lap mode...

  • Page 27: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    Chapter 3. Explore your computer Manage power Check the battery status Settings ➙ System Charge the battery Notes: Set power button behaviors Power Options ➙ Change what the power buttons do Set the power plan Table 1. Default power plan (when plugged into ac power)
  • Page 28 Power Options Transfer data Set up a Bluetooth connection Bluetooth Use an SD card or a smart card (for selected models) Supported smart card Attention: Install the card Notes: Remove the card Attention:...
  • Page 29 Airplane mode Airplane mode Use the factory color calibration feature (for selected models) C:\Program files (x86)\X-Rite Color Assistant Submit Note: Purchase options...

  • Page 31: Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer And Information

    Chapter 4. Secure your computer and information Lock the computer Note: Use passwords Password types Power-on password Supervisor password...
  • Page 32 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:...
  • Page 33 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 ➙...
  • Page 34 Use Power Loss Protection function SYSTEM INFORMATION ➙ STORAGE Device Type Use the fingerprint reader Enroll your fingerprints Sign-in options Note: Log in with your fingerprint Associate your fingerprints with your power-on password and hard disk password Attention:...
  • Page 35 Maintenance tips: Use face authentication (for selected models) Sign-in options Use firewalls and antivirus programs...

  • Page 37: Chapter 5. Configure Advanced Settings

    Chapter 5. 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:...
  • Page 38 Set the system date and time Date/Time Update UEFI BIOS RAID (for selected models) What is RAID Storage drive requirements for RAID levels Note:...
  • Page 39 Enter the Intel RST configuration utility Config ➙ Storage ➙ Controller Mode ➙ RST mode Config ➙ Storage ➙ Intel (R) Rapid Storage Technology Create RAID Volume RAID Volumes Non-RAID Physical Disks Create RAID volumes Attention: Create RAID Volume Name RAID Level Select Disks Strip Size...
  • Page 40 Delete RAID volumes Attention: RAID Volumes Delete RAID Volumes Non-RAID Physical Disks Reset storage drives to non-RAID Attention: RAID Volumes RAID Member Disks Reset to Non-RAID Non-RAID Physical Disks RAID Volumes Normal Failed Degraded Rebuild RAID 1 volumes Failed Degraded RAID Volumes Rebuild RAID Volumes...
  • Page 41 Install a Windows operating system Attention: Active Security ➙ Security Chip Security Chip Active Startup ➙ Boot Boot Priority Order USB HDD Attention: Restart OS Optimized Defaults Install device drivers...

  • Page 43: Chapter 6. Cru Replacement

    Chapter 6. CRU replacement What are CRUs Self-service CRUs: Optional-service CRUs: Self-service CRUs Optional-service CRUs Note: Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery Control Panel Power Options Choose what the power buttons do Change settings that are currently unavailable...
  • Page 44 Turn on fast startup Save changes Config ➙ Power Power Disable Built-in Battery Replace a CRU Base cover assembly Prerequisite Note: Replacement procedure...
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting Wireless WAN card (for selected models)
  • Page 46 Prerequisite Attention: Replacement procedure...
  • Page 47 Memory module Prerequisite Attention: Replacement procedure...
  • Page 48 M.2 solid-state drive Prerequisite...
  • Page 49 Attention: NVMe1 NVMe0 Replacement procedure...
  • Page 51 Keyboard Prerequisite Replacement procedure Notes:...
  • Page 54 Config ➙ Keyboard/Mouse ➙ Keyboard Layout...

  • Page 55: Chapter 7. Help And Support

    Chapter 7. Help and support Frequently asked questions Control Panel Control Panel Start Power Shut down Attention:...
  • Page 56 Error messages Message Solution Note:...
  • Page 57 Beep errors Note:...
  • Page 58 Self-help resources Resources How to access? Diagnostics ➙ Operating System Diagnostics Vantage User Guide Safety and Warranty Guide Setup Guide User Guide Regulatory Notice Get Help Tips...
  • Page 59 Windows label Call Lenovo Before you contact Lenovo...
  • Page 60 Lenovo Customer Support Center Telephone numbers Note: Services available during the warranty period Services not covered...
  • Page 61 Purchase additional services...

  • Page 63: Appendix A. Important Safety Information

    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.
  • Page 64 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.
  • Page 65 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.
  • Page 66 Note: Service and upgrades Note:...
  • Page 67 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.
  • Page 68 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.
  • Page 69 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.
  • Page 70 The Lenovo-authorized repair facilities or technicians recycle Lenovo batteries according to local laws and regulations. Do not:...
  • Page 71 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: •...
  • Page 72 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.
  • Page 73 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;...
  • Page 74 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.
  • Page 75 Basic maintenance tips Clean your computer Clean the computer cover Clean the keyboard Clean the computer screen...

  • Page 77: Appendix B. Accessibility And Ergonomic Information

    Appendix B. Accessibility and ergonomic information Accessibility information Ergonomic information General posture Display...
  • Page 78 Head position Chair Arm and hand position Leg position What if you are traveling? Questions about vision? Low Blue Light (for selected models) Night light (Software solution) Night light Note:...

  • Page 79: Appendix C. Supplemental Information About The Linux Operating System

    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...

  • Page 81: Appendix D. Compliance Information

    Appendix D. Compliance information Regulatory Notice Generic Safety and Compliance Notices Radio frequency compliance statements Regulatory Notice Wireless-related information Wireless interoperability Notes: Usage environment and your health...
  • Page 82 Locate the UltraConnect wireless antennas ™ Locate wireless regulatory notices Regulatory Notice European Union (EU) / United Kingdom (UK) — Radio Equipment Compliance...
  • Page 83 Brazil Mexico Advertencia Singapore Korea radio frequency compliance statement 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...
  • Page 84 Recycling and environmental information Important battery recycling and WEEE information...
  • Page 85 (Regulation (EU) 2019/1782), Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products Regulations 2010 - UK SI 2010 No. 2617 (Ext PSU), SI 2020 No. 485 (Ntwk Standby), SI 2014 No. 1290 as amended Japan recycling statements Collect and recycle a disused Lenovo computer or monitor...
  • Page 86 Dispose of Lenovo computer components Dispose of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers 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 Recycling information for mainland China...
  • Page 87 Battery recycling information for Taiwan Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive of countries and regions European Union (EU) / United Kingdom (UK) RoHS Turkish WEEE / RoHS Ukraine RoHS...
  • Page 88 India RoHS Mainland China RoHS...
  • Page 90 Taiwan RoHS Electromagnetic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Notes:...
  • Page 91 Product name Machine types FCC ID and IC Certification information Industry Canada compliance statement European Union / United Kingdom (UK) conformity European Union (EU) / United Kingdom (UK) — Electromagnetic Compatibility Compliance...
  • Page 92 EU ErP (EcoDesign) Directive (2009/125/EC) - external power adapters (Regulation (EU) 2019/1782), Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products Regulations 2010 - UK SI 2010 No. 2617 (Ext PSU), SI 2020 No. 485 (Ntwk Standby), SI 2014 No. 1290 as amended German Class B compliance statement Hinweis zur Einhaltung der Klasse B zur elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power...
  • Page 93 Other compliance and TCO Certified information of countries and regions Certification-related information Product name Compliance ID Machine type(s) Regulatory labels Korean E-label notice TCO Certified Note: Export classification notice Lenovo product service information for Taiwan...
  • Page 94 Taiwan precautionary vision statement 警語：使用過度恐傷害視力 注意事項： 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...

  • Page 97: Appendix E. Notices And Trademarks

    Appendix E. Notices and trademarks Notices Lenovo (United States), Inc. 8001 Development Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 U.S.A. Attention: Lenovo Director of Licensing...
  • Page 98 Trademarks...

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