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  • Page 1 User Guide Lenovo ThinkBook 16p Gen 4...
  • Page 2 • Setup Guide First Edition (March 2023) © Copyright Lenovo 2023. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 15 Call Lenovo ....Manage power ....
  • Page 4 User Guide...
  • Page 5: About This Guide

    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 16p G4 IRH 21J8 ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH D1 •...
  • Page 6 User Guide...
  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    Chapter 1. Meet your computer 1. Lenovo Magic Bay Light* Detachable light accessories. 2. Pogo pin* Connect the Magic Bay magnetically. * for selected models © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
  • Page 8: Front

    Front 1. Ambient Light sensor Detect the surrounding light intensity and adjust the brightness of the built-in screen accordingly. Note: To turn off the automatic brightness adjustment, type display settings in the Windows search box and then press Enter. 2. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.
  • Page 9: Base

    Base 1. Power light/Fingerprint reader light The light shows power status of the computer. If the computer includes a fingerprint reader, it can also show the status of the reader. • Power light – On: The computer is turned on. –...
  • Page 10: Left

    Left 1. Nano security-lock slot Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible security cable lock. 2. Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat. Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat.
  • Page 11: Right

    Right 1. SD card slot Insert an SD card or a MultiMediaCard (MMC) into the slot for data transfer or storage. 2. Status light Indicate the computer status and the remaining battery capacity. • Solid white: the computer is turned on and the battery capacity is 21%-100%.
  • Page 12: Rear

    The 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 from within that software.
  • Page 13: Bottom

    Bottom 1. Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming airflow to dissipate internal heat. Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat. 2. 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.
  • Page 14: Features And Specifications

    Features and specifications Dimensions • Width: 354.6 mm (13.96 inches) • Depth: 255 mm (10.04 inches) • Thickness: 19.57 mm (0.77 inches) ac power adapter • Input: 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz • Output: 20 V dc, 11.5 A •...
  • Page 15: Statement On Usb Transfer Rate

    Connectors and slots • Power connector • Combo audio jack • USB Type-A connector × 2 (one connector with Always-On function) – Power output up to 5 V and 2 A (with Always-On function) – Power output up to 5 V and 0.9 A –...
  • Page 16: Avoid Constant Body Contact With Specific Hot Sections

    Temperature • At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft) – Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) – Storage: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°F) • At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft) – Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition: 31.3°C (88°F) Note: When you charge the battery, its temperature must be no lower than 10°C (50°F).
  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    If night light mode is turned on, you can adjust the color temperature of the temperature screen. Note: Selected Lenovo computers are low blue light certified using night light mode and color temperature settings available in the pre-installed operating system. These computers are tested with night light turned on and color temperature set to 48 or greater.
  • Page 18: Windows Help Information

    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.
  • Page 19: Open The Novo Button Menu

    Interact with your computer Hotkeys Look at the top row of the keyboard of your Lenovo computer and you’ll find keys with printed icons. These keys are called hotkeys and they provide shortcuts to functions that you’ll use frequently. The function that each hotkey provides is denoted by the icon printed on the key.
  • Page 20: Numeric Keypad

    Figure 2. Locations of the FnLock key and the Fn key A Lenovo keyboard usually contains hotkeys in the top row. These hotkeys share keys with the function keys (F1–F12) and other keys. For these dual-function keys, the icons or characters denoting the primary functions are printed on top of the icons and characters denoting the secondary functions.
  • Page 21: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    You can charge the battery any time you want. The battery packs of Lenovo computers support multiple charging modes that are suitable for different power usage habits. You can switch the battery’s active charging mode in Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager, or Lenovo Smart Engine.
  • Page 22: Power Input Through A Usb Type-C Connector

    If the battery pack of your computer supports nighttime charge optimization, it can be enabled in Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager, or Lenovo Smart Engine.
  • Page 23: Set Power Button Behavior

    CAUTION: When purchasing third-party USB Type-C chargers for use with the computer, choose a product that is safety approved or certified. A disqualified charger may cause damage to your computer or pose an electrical hazard. In many countries and regions, manufacturers or importers of electric chargers can submit their products to a certification authority or approved and recognized testing laboratories.
  • Page 24: System Operation Modes

    You can switch the operation mode in the pre-installed app Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo Smart Engine, or Lenovo PC Manager. As a shortcut, you can also use the key combination Fn + Q. Three modes are usually available for most Lenovo computers. The following table lists the operation modes and the recommended conditions for each mode.
  • Page 25: What Is Uefi/Bios Setup Utility

    Change the setting to Disabled or Enabled. Step 4. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes. Enable or disable always-on For some Lenovo computers with always-on connectors, the always-on function can be enabled or disabled in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility. Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.
  • Page 26: Set Administrator Password

    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.
  • Page 27: Set User Password

    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.
  • Page 28 To change or remove master password, select Change Master Password and press Enter. Note: If you remove the master hard disk password, the user hard disk password is also removed. To change user password, select Change User Password and press Enter. Note: The user hard disk password cannot be removed separately.
  • Page 29: Chapter 4. Help And Support

    Why does my computer start automatically when I open the lid Your computer may have Flip to Start enabled. Many Lenovo notebook computers include a sensor that can detect the angle at which the lid is opened. When you open the lid, the sensor can detect this behavior. If Flip to Start is enabled, the computer will respond by starting up automatically.
  • Page 30: Self-Help Resources

    3. Click Diagnostics ➙ Operating System Diagnostics and then follow the on-screen instructions. Use Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager or Lenovo Smart Engine to: • Download and install the latest drivers and firmware. Use Windows Search. • Configure hardware settings.
  • Page 31: What Is A Cru

    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;...
  • Page 32: Call Lenovo

    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. Product information Problem symptoms and details •...
  • Page 33: Purchase Additional Services

    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 4 Help and support...
  • Page 34 User Guide...
  • Page 35: Appendix A. Function Descriptions For Lenovo Hotkeys

    Appendix A. Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys Hotkey functions are denoted by the icons printed on the keys. The following table describes the functions for all Lenovo hotkeys. The keyboard of your Lenovo computer should only support a subset of the listed hotkeys.
  • Page 36 Table 7. Hotkey icons and denoted functions (continued) Hotkey icon Function description Plays the next audio or video in the playlist. Switches the computer’s active operation mode. Blurs the background for videoconferencing. Switches the computer’s active audio mode. Switches the color mode used by Windows and apps between Dark Mode and Light Mode.
  • Page 37: Appendix B. Notices And Trademarks

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
  • Page 38 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. Lenovo may update this document at any time without notice.

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