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Model name | Machine type (MT) |
| 83AC |
See Figure 1
No. | Description |
1 | Ambient light sensor |
2 | Microphones |
3 | Infrared camera |
4 | Camera |
5 | Camera shutter |
6 | Time-of-flight sensor |
7 | Screen |
8 | Speakers |
Ambient light sensor
The ambient light sensor detects and measures the intensity of light in the user's environment. The data collected by this sensor can be used to enable adaptive brightness for the screen backlight.
Microphones
The microphones are the PC's built-in sound input devices. They capture your voice and ambient sound and convert them into digital form. Microphones are essential components when you use your PC for video conferencing or voice recording.
Infrared camera
The infrared camera receives near-infrared waves emitted by an infrared LED and reflected by a human face. It is used for facial recognition.
Camera
The built-in camera captures visible light and converts it to digital signals. It is used for video recordings and video conferencing.
Camera shutter
The camera shutter is a sliding cap that you can move to block the camera lens.
Note: The camera shutter is designed for privacy protection. When the camera lens is blocked, the camera function is disabled.
Time-of-flight sensor
The time-of-flight sensor (also referred to as a ToF sensor) emits an infrared laser and uses the reflected infrared energy to measure the distance and depth of objects in front of it. The data collected by the sensor can be used to detect human presence or recognize gestures.
Note: The infrared laser emitted by the ToF sensor is invisible to the human eye.
Related topics
"Laser safety information"
Screen
The screen of the built-in display is where text, graphics, and videos are displayed.
The screen is touch-enabled, allowing you to interact with your PC by intuitively touching buttons, icons, and menu items displayed on the screen. Touch-enabled screens also support multi-finger gestures.
Speakers
The speakers are the PC's built-in sound output devices.
See Figure 2
No. | Description |
1 | Antennas (cannot be seen from the outside) |
2 | Keyboard |
3 | Fingerprint sensor |
4 | Touchpad |
Antennas
The antennas transmit and receive radio waves to allow data to be transferred between your PC and a Wi-Fi network device or a Bluetooth device.
Note: The antennas are hidden inside the PC.
Keyboard
The keyboard is the PC's built-in input device for typing characters. It also includes keys that can make you more productive when interacting with the PC, apps, and the Windows operating system.
Table 1. Productivity keys
Key | Location on the keyboard | Function |
Function keys (F1 through F12) | In the top row | Executing predefined commands or functions for selected apps |
Hotkeys | In the top row |
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Fn key | In the lower-left corner |
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Windows key | In the lower-left corner | Used with certain keys to change some frequently used Windows settings |
Hotkeys share keys with function keys. To toggle the functions for these keys, hold down the Fn key or turn on the FnLock switch.
Note: Keyboard layout varies by language and geographical location. The keyboard on your PC may look slightly different from the product illustrations of this publication.
Related topics
"Hotkeys"
"The FnLock switch"
"Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys"
Fingerprint sensor
The fingerprint sensor scans your finger to unlock your PC or verify your identity.
Note: You need to enroll one or more fingerprints before using them for identity verification. On a Windows PC, go to Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Sign-in options to enroll your fingerprints.
Touchpad
The touchpad is the PC's built-in pointing device, which provides the basic functionality of an external mouse. Slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer on the screen and tap or double-tap to select or execute a screen item.
The touchpad also supports Windows multi-finger gestures, which provide shortcuts to frequently used apps and functions.
See Figure 3
No. | Description |
1 | Magnetic area |
Magnetic area
You can attach Lenovo Slim Pen to this area.
See Figure 4
No. | Description |
1 | USB Standard-A connector |
2 | Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector |
3 | Charging light |
4 | Speaker |
USB Standard-A connector
The USB Standard-A connector is used to connect storage or peripheral devices that follow the universal serial bus (USB) specification for data transfer and device interconnection.
Always-on connector
A USB connector with a battery icon () supports the always-on function. The PC can supply power to a USB device connected to this type of connector even when the PC is powered off, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode.
The always-on function can be turned on and off in:
Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector
This USB Type-C connector is the PC's power input connector. Use the included power adapter and this connector to supply power to the PC.
When this connector is not used by the included power adapter, it can also be used to connect:
Charging light
The charging light indicates whether the PC is plugged into an electrical outlet. When the PC is plugged into an electrical outlet, the color of the light indicates whether the battery is fully charged (or will shortly be fully charged).
Table 2. Charging light status and description
Light status | Plugged in? | Battery charge level |
Off | No | / |
On, amber | Yes | 1%–90% |
On, white | Yes | 91%–100% |
Speakers
The speakers are the PC's built-in sound output devices.
See Figure 5
No. | Description |
1 | Speaker |
2 | Power light |
3 | Power button |
4 | Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector |
5 | Combo audio jack |
Speakers
The speakers are the PC's built-in sound output devices.
Power light
The power light indicates the current power state of the PC: whether it is powered on, powered off, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode.
When the PC is powered on, this light can also indicate low battery by blinking rapidly.
Table 3. Power light status and description
Light status | Power state | Battery charge level |
White (solid on) | Powered on | 21%–100% |
White (blinking rapidly) | Powered on | 1%–20% |
White (blinking slowly) | In sleep mode | / |
Off | Powered off or in hibernation mode | / |
Power button
Press the power button to turn on your PC.
Note: By default, on a Windows PC, pressing the power button when the PC is turned on will put the PC into sleep mode.
Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector
This multi-purpose USB Type-C connector is used to connect:
Note: When connecting display devices, you need to use appropriate cables and adapters (if needed) according to the connection capabilities of the display device.
Combo audio jack
The combo audio jack is used to connect single-plug headsets, headphones, or external speakers.
See Figure 6
No. | Description |
1 | Novo button hole |
2 | Speakers |
Novo button hole
When the PC is powered off, you can press the Novo button to display the Novo button menu. From the menu, you can then choose to:
Note: The Novo button is rarely used during normal PC operations. To prevent users from accidentally pressing it, the Novo button is placed in a recessed hole. You can use a straightened paper clip to press this button.
Speakers
The speakers are the PC's built-in sound output devices.
Dimensions | |
Width | 316.35 mm (12.45 inches) |
Depth | 220.64 mm (8.69 inches) |
Thickness |
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ac power adapter | |
Input | 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz |
Output voltage | 20 V |
Maximum output current | 3.25 A |
Maximum output power | 65 W |
Rechargeable battery pack | |
Capacity | 75 Wh |
Cell type | Lithium-polymer |
Number of cells | 4 |
Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a specific test environment. Capacities measured in other environments may differ but are no lower than the rated capacity (see product label). | |
Memory | |
Type | LPDDR5x |
Installation | On board |
Number of slots | 0 |
Mass storage device | |
Type | Solid-state drive (SSD) |
Slot type | M.2 (2242) |
Number of slots | 1 |
Interface | PCIe Gen4 |
Display | |
Screen size (diagonal) | 14.0 inches |
Resolution |
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Supported refresh rates |
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Connectors and slots | |
USB Standard-A connector |
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Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector (left-side) |
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Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector (right-side) |
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Combo audio jack |
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Note: Data rates and performance ratings are dependent on connected devices and cables if they are used. USB Type-C connectors that are DisplayPort 1.4 compliant through DisplayPort alternate mode provide maximum output resolution of 5120 x 3200, at 60 Hz frame rate and color depth of 24 bpp (bits per pixel). The actual maximum output resolution is dependent on the connected display device and the cable being used.
Networking | |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
Note: Support of Bluetooth 5.3 may require a future operating system update.
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 below for each corresponding device.
USB device | Data rate (Gbit/s) |
3.2 Gen 1 | 5 |
3.2 Gen 2 | 10 |
Maximum altitude (without pressurization)
3048 m (10 000 ft)
Temperature
Relative humidity
This device is classified as a Class 1 consumer laser product per IEC 60825-1:2014, EN 60825-1:2014 +A11:2021, and EN 50689:2021. This device complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for conformance with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3, as described in Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019.
This device contains a laser that could be damaged during repair or disassembly, which could result in hazardous exposure to infrared laser emissions. There are no user serviceable parts within the device. Do not attempt to disassemble or service the device.
When the computer is operating, it should be placed on a hard and flat surface with its bottom area not in contact with user's bare skin. Under normal operating conditions, the temperature of the bottom surface will remain within an acceptable range as defined in IEC 62368-1, but such temperatures can still be high enough to cause discomfort or harm to the user if directly touched for over 1 minute at a time. As such, it is recommended that users avoid prolonged direct contact with the bottom of the computer.
Ensure that you have a secure Wi-Fi network account and the required credentials.
Note: If your computer does not include an Ethernet connector, you can purchase a USB-C to Ethernet adapter from Lenovo at https://www.lenovo.com/accessories.
Lenovo Vantage
Lenovo Vantage is a one-stop solution to help you update your computer, configure hardware settings, and access personalized support.
If your computer is pre-installed with Lenovo Vantage, type Vantage in the Windows search box to launch this app.
Notes:
The following table contains Windows frequently used settings. You can learn the basics and start working with Windows right away.
To configure settings, type the corresponding keywords in the Windows search box and select the best match. Follow the on-screen instructions to customize settings.
Table 4. Basic settings
Functions | Descriptions | Search by keywords |
Control Panel | View or change Windows settings, including hardware and software setup and configuration. | Control Panel |
Connect to Wi-Fi networks | For models with a wireless LAN module, you can connect your computer to a Wi-Fi network. Click the network icon in the Windows notification area, and then select a network for connection. Note: The wireless LAN module on your computer may support different standards. For some countries or regions, use of 802.11ax may be disabled according to local regulations. | Wi-Fi |
Airplane mode | Airplane mode is a convenient setting to turn all wireless communications of your computer on and off. You may need to turn it on when boarding an airplane. | Airplane mode |
Night light mode | Night light is a switch in Windows that you can turn on and off. When it is turned on, your screen shows warmer colors and the amount of emitted blue light is reduced. Enabling night light reduces the chances of developing eye fatigue or eye strain. Note: For more guidance on reducing eye fatigue or eye strain, go to https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/compliance/visual-fatigue. | Night light |
Windows Updates | Microsoft periodically releases feature and security updates to the Windows operating system. Updates that are applicable to your Windows version are downloaded automatically when your computer is connected to the Internet. When updates are downloaded, you are prompted to restart the computer to install these updates. You can also manually check if there are available updates for the installed version of Windows. Attention: Only use Windows Update to download and install updates. | Windows Updates |
Table 5. Optional settings
Functions | Descriptions | Search by keywords |
Set up face recognition | For models with a Windows Hello-compatible infrared camera, you can set up face recognition to sign in with your face. | Sign-in options |
Enroll your fingerprint | For models with a fingerprint reader, you can enroll your fingerprint for Windows sign-in. | Sign-in options |
Touch keyboard | In stand, tent, or tablet mode, the physical keyboard of your computer is disabled to prevent inadvertent typing. In these three modes, Windows touch keyboard is automatically displayed when text input is required. If not, select the touch keyboard icon ( ![]() | Touch keyboard |
Tablet mode | Windows provides a tablet mode that makes touch operations more user- friendly. When rotating your computer screen to switch to tablet, stand, or tent mode, you will be prompted to switch to Windows tablet mode. You can also select the tablet mode icon in the Windows notification area to turn on or off Windows tablet mode manually. | Tablet mode |
Screen rotation lock | In stand, tent, or tablet mode, auto rotation is turned on so that the orientation of the screen changes based on how you place or hold the computer. To keep the screen in a fixed orientation, you can select the rotation lock icon in the Windows notification area to turn on rotation lock. Note: Rotation lock is disabled in notebook mode. | — |
Windows help information
If the on-screen instructions cannot solve your problem, refer to the following to get the online Windows help information.
The Novo Button menu can be displayed before the operating system starts. From the menu, you can choose to
Open the Novo Button menu
For Lenovo computers with a Novo button, you can press the button to open the Novo Button menu.
Note: Alternatively, turn off the computer. Press Fn and the power button to open the Novo Button menu.
The screen of your computer can open up to an angle of 360 degrees, enabling you to use your computer for different purposes.
Mode | Suitable for |
![]() Notebook mode |
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![]() Stand mode |
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![]() Tent mode | Watching movies |
![]() Tablet mode | Playing touch-enabled games |
Note: Product illustrations in this section are used to demonstrate features that are supported by a range of Lenovo products. It is normal that they may look different from your product model.
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.
Hotkeys share keys with function keys (F1–F12) and other keys. Depending on the FnLock setting, you use hotkey functions by pressing the key directly or in combination with the Fn key.
Note: The FnLock switch does not apply to hotkeys not found in the first row of the keyboard. To use these hotkeys, always hold down the Fn key while pressing the key. See Figure 7
Related topics
"The FnLock switch"
"Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys"
The FnLock switch
The FnLock is an electronic switch that affects how you use hotkey functions. To turn it on and off, press Fn + Esc.
Note: The Esc key is in the upper left corner of the keyboard. It has an LED that indicates the status of the FnLock switch. See Figure 8.
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. See Figure 9
Table 6. FnLock and dual-function keys
FnLock (Esc) LED | FnLock status | Pressing the hotkey alone | Pressing the hotkey while holding down the Fn key |
Off | Disabled | Primary function | Secondary function |
On | Enabled | Secondary function | Primary function |
The era of AI has arrived, and many Lenovo PCs now include a Copilot key on the keyboard. It is located either in the bottom or the top row of the keyboard and is marked with .
For Windows PCs with Copilot in Windows available and enabled, pressing the Copilot key opens Copilot in Windows. Otherwise, pressing the Copilot key opens Windows Search.
Note: Copilot in Windows may not be available in all geographical locations. In regions where Copilot in Windows is available, you may need to update your Windows operating system to version 23H2 or later through Windows Update for Copilot in Windows to become available.
Related topics
"I pressed the Copilot key on my keyboard, but neither Copilot in Windows nor Windows Search opened. What could be the potential cause?" in the "Frequently asked questions" section.
Some dual-function keys share keys with letter keys and numeric keys. Such keys do not have a dedicated printed icon. The following table lists the secondary functions for these keys.
Key combination | Hidden function |
Fn + M | Enable/disable the touchpad. |
Fn + N | Shows device information. |
Fn + Q | Switch among different performance modes. |
Fn + R * | Change the display refresh rate. |
* for selected models
For computers with a touch-enabled screen, you can touch the screen directly with your fingers and interact with your computer in a more natural way. The following table lists frequently used touch operations that are supported by the Windows operating system.
Touch operation | Used for |
![]() Tap | Opening apps, documents, and other functions on the taskbar or the Start menu |
![]() Tap twice quickly | Opening apps that are pinned on the desktop |
![]() Tap, hold and lift | Opening the context menu |
![]() Pinch | Zooming out |
![]() Spread | Zooming in |
![]() Swipe in from the left edge | Opening the widgets panel |
![]() Opening the notification center | Swipe in from the right edge |
The Windows operating system also supports 3- and 4-finger gestures on the screen and the touchpad. You can set them up in Settings ➙ Bluetooth & devices.
Connect to a wired display
Connect your computer to the desired display with an appropriate cable.
Connect to a wireless display
Ensure that:
Change display settings
Set the display mode
The camera shutter is a mechanical component that prevents any attempt from capturing your image, thus protecting your privacy. To cover the RGB camera lens, slide the camera shutter to the left. When you want to use the camera, slide the camera shutter to the right.
If you slide the camera shutter to the left during a video call, people on the video call will not be able to see you. If you slide the camera shutter back to the right, they will be able to see you again.
You can use the biometric fingerprint option to sign in to Windows quickly if your computer includes a fingerprint sensor. This sign-in option provides a reliable and secure way of identity verification.
Depending on the model, your computer might come with a pen. The pen enables you to write and draw in a natural manner.
You can view or change functions of pen buttons in the Lenovo Pen Settings. For more information, refer to the User Guide of the software.
Notes:
The Lenovo Slim Pen is referred to as the pen in this section. See Figure 10.
Table 7. Parts of the Lenovo Slim Pen
No. | Description |
1 | Pen cap |
2 | Upper button |
3 | Lower button |
4 | Tip |
See Figure 11
Your computer may be pre-installed with Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager. Most features described here can be enabled or disabled in one of these apps. Other features may be enabled in a standalone app.
Eye Care Mode intelligently adjusts the color temperature of the screen and can reduce the chances of developing eye fatigue or eye strain.
Smart Key provides a quick shortcut to Lenovo apps and service. Press Smart Key to open the launch panel.
Note: There is also a trick to Smart Key. Go to Preference on the launch panel, select ADD and choose your favorite app to associate with Smart Key. When it is done, press Smart Key twice in quick succession and your favorite app is opened.
Lenovo unique touch gestures
In addition to touch gestures supported by the Windows operating system, some Lenovo computers may support additional touch gestures. You can perform these gestures on the touchpad of your computer.
Gesture | Function |
![]() Slide up/down on the left side of the touchpad Note: For computers with a touch-enabled screen, you can also perform this gesture on the left side of the screen. | Increases/Decreases display brightness when you watch videos in full screen mode. Note: This gesture is not supported by all video players and may conflict with similar third-party gesture functions. |
![]() Slide up/down on the right side of the touchpad Note: For computers with a touch-enabled screen, you can also perform this gesture on the right side of the screen. | Increases/Decreases system volume when you watch videos in full screen mode. Note: This gesture is not supported by all video players and may conflict with similar third-party gesture functions. |
Presence Detection enables you to improve work efficiency by automatically waking up and logging into your computer, or dimming the display and locking the computer depending on user detection.
For selected video players, this feature will pause any video playing when you leave the computer and resume upon your return.
By utilizing the capabilities and potentials of Intel processors, Super Resolution helps you play videos with a higher resolution than the original. It works especially well in cases where the source video has a poor resolution.
For most players, Super Resolution can be enabled or disabled in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager, but for some specific players, you might need to enable this feature manually.
Smart Noise Cancelling is a noise reduction feature available on some Lenovo product models. By filtering out input and output noises, Smart Noise Cancelling enhances your audio experience.
Function | Description | Remarks |
Microphone noise cancelling | Voice Recognition: Your computer captures multiple voices in a way that reflects their original spatial positions. |
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Only My Voice: This option requires you to record your voice so that your computer captures this voice only and tries to eliminate other voices. Note: To remove your voice record, select REMOVE MY VOICE. | ||
Normal: Your computer focuses on the voice of the person facing it and reduces ambient sounds. | ||
Multiple Voices: Your computer captures multiple voices from an expanded range in front of the computer. | ||
Speaker noise cancelling | Your computer filters out other sounds to play only human voices. | These functions are not applicable to scenarios like listening to music and watching |
Meeting noise cancelling | When this function is selected, your computer uses special algorithms for noise reduction when you are using conferencing applications. | videos. |
Notes:
Use the information in this section to achieve the best balance between performance and power efficiency.
Your computer includes a built-in, rechargeable battery pack that makes mobile computing a reality. When the computer is plugged into an electrical outlet, the battery charges. If you use the computer when you don't have access to an electrical outlet, the battery discharges to supply electricity that the computer system requires for operation.
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 or Lenovo PC Manager.
Battery charging is also affected by its temperature. The recommended temperature range for charging the battery is between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F).
Note:
You can check the battery temperature in Lenovo Vantage.
To maximize the life of the battery, once the battery is fully charged, it must discharge to 94% or lower before it will be allowed to recharge again.
Normal mode
Normal mode is the most basic charging mode. In normal mode, it typically takes 2 to 4 hours for the battery to charge from 0% to 100%.
Rapid charge mode
If you want the battery to be charged faster than in normal mode, switch the battery charging to rapid charge mode. The following table lists the estimated time needed for batteries in rapid charge mode to be charged to 50% and 100% respectively.
Table 8. Estimated charge time for batteries in rapid charge mode
Mode | Time needed to charge from 0% to 50% | Time needed to charge from 0% to 100% |
Rapid charge | Less than 1 hour | Less than 2 hours |
Note: The estimated charge time assumes that the battery is charged when the PC is in sleep, hibernation, or powered-off state.
Conservation mode
If your computer is constantly plugged into an electrical outlet, consider switching the battery charging to conservation mode. In conservation mode, the battery will not be fully charged. Instead, the battery's charge will be kept within 75%–80%. This is beneficial to the long-term health of the battery.
Note: If you want the battery to be fully charged before bringing the computer to work, disable conservation mode by switching the battery charging to normal or rapid charge mode.
Overnight battery charging mode
Some people follow a regular pattern when using their computers. They finish their workday with the computer at a low battery charge level. They plug in their computers at night and need the battery to be fully charged the next morning so they can unplug the computer and bring it to work. These activities happen at approximately the same time each day. If this sounds like you, consider enabling overnight battery charging mode for the battery.
Overnight battery charging mode affects battery charging during the night hours, the time when you're usually asleep. When it is enabled, the computer regularly adapts its charging behavior based on observation of when you plug in the computer at night and unplug it in the morning. During the nighttime, the battery is charged to a particular range and is kept within that range for an extended period, before being further charged to 100%. Overnight battery charging mode ensures safe charging during the night and is beneficial to the long-term health of the battery.
Note: With overnight battery charging mode enabled, if you break your routine one day by unplugging the computer much earlier than usual in the morning, you may find that the battery is not fully charged.
If the battery pack of your computer supports overnight battery charging mode, it can be enabled in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager.
Recover full battery capacity
If your computer is constantly plugged in to an electrical outlet and the battery rarely discharges, the battery may not be charged to its full capacity even if the battery meter reports 100% charge. You can recover the battery's full charging potential simply by discharging and re-charging the battery.
By default, pressing the power button puts the computer to sleep mode. However, you can change the power button behavior in Windows Control Panel.
A power plan is a collection of power-saving settings made available by an operating system. With a power plan, you can set idle time-outs for different hardware components to enter a low-power state. The default power plan and some of its idle time-out settings are listed below for computer models pre-installed with Windows.
The listed settings are active when the computer is connected to an electrical outlet. If your computer include a built-in battery pack, a different collection of time-out settings is set to take effect when the computer is operating on battery power.
Change or customize a power plan
This operation is applicable to computers with pre-installed Windows.
Lenovo has preset several modes in which your computer can operate. The maximum attainable performance, power consumption, and speed limit for the heat sink fan vary between the operation modes. Consider the following conditions when you want to switch operation modes.
You can switch the operation mode in the pre-installed app Lenovo Vantage 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.
Note: The operation modes listed in the table are descriptive and may not be the same as those displayed by the app.
Table 9. Operation modes and their recommended usage conditions
Operation mode | Recommended conditions |
High Performance |
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Auto (Balance) | You plan to frequently switch between different computer tasks over a period time. |
Power Saving (Quiet) |
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Note: In Auto (Balanced) mode, the computer dynamically switches between High Performance mode and Power Saving (Quiet) mode depending on the tasks running on the computer.
Your eyes might not notice it but the content displayed on the computer screen refreshes constantly. Display refresh rate refers to the number of times per second the screen content refreshes itself and is measured in hertz (Hz).
A refresh rate of 60 Hz is adequate for most situations and is energy efficient. However, when viewing videos or playing video games, a higher refresh rate usually provides a smoother viewing experience.
The displays of some Lenovo computers support dual refresh rates. For such a computer, you can manually switch its display to work at either the higher or lower refresh rate. For Windows operation systems, the manual settings are usually found in Settings ➙ System ➙ Display. As a shortcut, you can also use the key combination Fn + R to switch the display refresh rate.
Note: Not all displays support dual refresh rates. If you cannot find settings to change the display refresh rate, the refresh rate of the display might be fixed or cannot be manually changed.
This section introduces what is UEFI/BIOS and the operations you can perform in its setup utility.
UEFI/BIOS is the first program that runs when a computer starts. UEFI/BIOS initializes hardware components and loads the operating system and other programs. Your computer may include a setup program (setup utility) with which you can change certain UEFI/BIOS settings.
Normally, the computer starts to a boot manager loaded from the secondary storage device of the computer. Occasionally, you may need to start the computer to a program or boot manager loaded from another device or a network location. After the system firmware initializes all devices, you can press an interruption key to display the boot menu and select a desired boot device.
You can make a permanent change on boot devices in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility. Select the Boot menu; in the EFI section, select the desired boot device and move it to the top of the device list. Save changes and exit the setup utility for the change to take effect.
For some Lenovo computers with always-on connectors, the always-on function can be enabled or disabled in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.
When Flip to Start is enabled, you can turn on the computer by flipping open the screen.
Note: You may also set Flip to Start in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager.
This section introduces the types of passwords that you can set in the UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) or BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) setup utility.
You can set various types of passwords in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.
Password type | Pre-requisite | Usage |
Administrator password | No | You must enter it to start the setup utility. |
User password | The administrator password must be set. | You can use the user password to start the setup utility. |
Master hard disk password | No | You must enter it to start the operating system. |
User hard disk password | The master hard disk password must be set. | You can use the user hard disk password to start the operating system. |
Notes:
You set the administrator password to prevent unauthorized access to the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.
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.
Next time you start the computer, you must enter the administrator password to open the setup utility. If Power on Password is enabled, you must enter the administrator password or the user password to start the computer.
Only the administrator can change or remove the administrator password.
If you remove the administrator password, the user password is also removed.
You must set the administrator password before you can set the user password.
The administrator of the setup utility might need to set a user password for use by others.
If the administrator password has been set, you can enable power-on password to enforce greater security.
If power-on password is enabled, a prompt appears on the screen every time you turn on the computer. You must enter the administrator or user password to start the computer.
You can set a hard disk password in the setup utility to prevent unauthorized access to your data.
Attention: Be extremely careful when setting a hard disk password. If you forget the hard disk password, a 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.
If the hard disk password is set, you must provide the correct password to start the operating system.
I pressed the Copilot key on my keyboard, but neither Copilot in Windows nor Windows Search opened. What could be the potential cause?
Your Windows operating system version is not up to date and does not include the necessary software components. Update your Windows operating system to version 23H2 or later using Windows Update and then try again.
Note: The Version 23H2 update may not be immediately available for your PC. You may need to periodically open Windows Update and manually check for updates to install the 23H2 update when it becomes available for your PC.
Why does my computer enter sleep mode suddenly when it is in use
Your computer may include a hall sensor. The hall sensor can detect the strength and direction of a magnetic field produced by a permanent magnet or an electromagnet. It is used mainly for putting the computer into sleep mode when you close the lid.
Note:
The area a indicates the location of the hall sensor. Keep anything that can produce a magnetic field from this area. Otherwise, your computer may enter sleep mode suddenly when you are using it.
Refer to https://support.lenovo.com/solutions/ht503851.
Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. Then restart the computer.
What should I do if I spill liquid on the computer
Do not try to drain out the liquid by turning over the computer. If your computer has keyboard drainage holes on the bottom, the liquid will be drained out through the holes.
Where can I get the latest device drivers and UEFI/BIOS
Your computer may include an ambient light sensor and the adaptive brightness feature is enabled. The light sensor can detect the intensity of the surrounding light. Using data provided by the sensor, the operating system can dynamically adjust the screen brightness.
The adaptive brightness feature of the operating system can be disabled. For Windows operating systems, adaptive brightness settings are usually found in Settings ➙ System ➙ Display.
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.
If you don't like this feature, you can disable it. Flip to Start can be enabled and disabled in:
Use the following self-help resources to learn more about the computer and troubleshoot problems.
Resources | How to access? |
Troubleshooting and frequently asked questions |
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Accessibility information | https://www.lenovo.com/accessibility |
Reset or restore Windows |
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Use Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager to:
| Use Windows Search. |
Product documentation:
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Lenovo Support Web site with the latest support information of the following:
| Visit https://support.lenovo.com |
Windows help information |
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Customer replaceable units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. A Lenovo computer may contain the following types of CRUs:
Self-service CRU | Parts that can be installed or replaced easily by customer themselves or by trained service technicians at an additional cost. |
Optional-service CRU | Parts that can be installed or replaced by customers with a greater skill level. Trained service technicians can also provide service to install or replace the parts under the type of warranty designated for the customer's machine. |
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:
The table below lists the CRUs and CRU types that are defined for your product model.
Part | Self-service CRU | Optional-service CRU |
Power cord | X | |
ac power adapter | X | |
Lenovo Slim Pen | X |
Notes:
If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center.
Record product information and problem details before you contact Lenovo.
Product information | Problem symptoms and details |
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Note: The product name and serial number can usually be found on the bottom of the computer, either printed on a label or etched on the cover.
During the warranty period, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center for help.
Telephone numbers
For a list of the Lenovo Support phone numbers for your country or region, go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist.
Note: Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. If the number for your country or region is not provided, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative.
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.
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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