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  • Page 1 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...
  • Page 2 Generic Safety and Compliance Notices First Edition (March 2021) © Copyright Lenovo 2021. 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

    Create and use a recovery USB device ..Lenovo apps ....Install Windows 10 and drivers ..
  • Page 4 Appendix A. Accessibility and Appendix C. Notices and ergonomic information ..59 trademarks ....67 Appendix B. Compliance information ....63 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...

  • Page 5: Discover Your Lenovo Notebook

    Discover your Lenovo notebook ® Thank you for choosing a Lenovo notebook! We are dedicated to delivering the best solution to you. Before starting your tour, please read the following information: • Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.
  • Page 6 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    Chapter 1. Meet your computer ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 might be shipped with different microprocessors, namely ® Intel and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). Hereby Intel models and AMD models are used to distinguish computer models with different microprocessors.
  • Page 8 Trackpad Near field communication (NFC) mark* Speaker TrackPoint buttons * 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 • “Log in with your face ID (for selected models)” on page 32 •...

  • Page 9: Side View

    Side view Intel models AMD models ® USB-C (Thunderbolt™ 4) power USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) power connector connector USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector Chapter 1 Meet your computer...
  • Page 10 Ethernet extension connector Gen 2 HDMI™ connector Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Audio connector Smart-card slot* USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Security-lock slot * for selected models Notes: • For Intel models, the Ethernet extension connector Gen 2 and the adjoining USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector cannot be used simultaneously.

  • Page 11: Bottom View

    Bottom view Emergency-reset hole 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.

  • Page 12: Rear View

    Related topic “Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)” on page 10 Specifications For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com. USB specifications Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.
  • Page 13 • Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your computer • USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https:// www.lenovo.com/accessories • USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector Statement on USB transfer rate Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file...
  • Page 14 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    To connect your computer to a local network, you need a ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2. The Ethernet extension adapter is available as an option and shipped with some computer models. You can purchase one from Lenovo at https://www.lenovo.com/accessories. Notes: •...

  • Page 16: Connect To A Cellular Network (For Selected Models)

    Connect to a cellular network (for selected models) To connect a 4G or 5G cellular data network, you must have a wireless wide area network (WWAN) card and a nano-SIM card installed. The nano-SIM card might come with your computer by countries or regions. If no nano-SIM card is shipped, you will need to purchase one from authorized service carriers.
  • Page 17 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...

  • Page 18: Use The Trackpoint Pointing Device

    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.

  • Page 19: Use The Trackpad

    TrackPoint buttons The left-click button and right-click button correspond to the left and right buttons on a traditional mouse. Press and hold the dotted middle button while using your finger to applying pressure to the pointing stick in the vertical or horizontal direction. Then, you can scroll through the document, Web site, or apps. Disable the TrackPoint pointing device The TrackPoint pointing device is active by default.

  • Page 20: Use The Touch Screen (For Selected Models)

    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: •...
  • Page 21 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 right: open action center Swipe from the left: view all open windows Drag Swipe downwards shortly: show title bar Swipe downwards: close the current app Chapter 2...

  • Page 22: Connect To An External Display

    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. •...
  • Page 23 • Change the HDMI standard of the HDMI connector from 2.0 to 1.4. To change the HDMI standard, enter the UEFI BIOS menu (see “Enter the UEFI BIOS menu” on page 37), and then configure HDMI Mode Select in the Config menu. Connect to a wireless display ®...
  • Page 24 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    The description of features might be different from that on your actual user interface. Lenovo Quick Clean Depending on the model, your computer might support the Lenovo Quick Clean feature. The preinstalled Lenovo Quick Clean enables you to temporarily disable the keyboard, screen, trackpad, and TrackPoint pointing device for cleaning.
  • Page 26 • Open the Start menu and click Glance by Mirametrix. • Use Windows Search. 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.
  • Page 27 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.

  • Page 28: Intelligent Cooling

    Intelligent cooling The Intelligent Cooling feature helps you adjust fan speed, computer temperature and performance. Manual mode • Quiet mode: the least fan noise • Balanced mode: balanced performance and fan noise • Performance mode: the highest performance and normal fan noise on ac power on battery power Do the following to select the preferred mode:...

  • Page 29: Check The Battery Status

    Check the battery status Click the battery icon in the Windows notification area to check the battery status, view the current power plan, change the power mode, and access battery settings quickly. For more details about your battery, refer to the Vantage app. Charge the computer Use ac power Power source of the ac power adapter:...

  • Page 30: Change The Power Settings

    Use P-to-P 2.0 (Peer to Peer 2.0) charging function Both USB-C connectors on the computer feature the Lenovo-unique P-to-P 2.0 charging function. To use the function, ensure that Always On USB and Charge in Battery Mode are enabled in UEFI BIOS of your computers, so that the function works even when the computers are off or in hibernation mode.

  • Page 31: Transfer Data

    Transfer data Quickly share your files using the built-in Bluetooth or NFC technology among devices with the same features. You also can insert a microSD card or smart card to transfer data. Set up a Bluetooth connection You can connect all types of Bluetooth-enabled devices to your computer, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a smartphone, or speakers.

  • Page 32: Accessories

    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.
  • Page 33 Side connectors of docking stations Figure 1. ThinkPad Basic Docking Station Figure 2. ThinkPad Pro Docking Station Figure 3. ThinkPad Ultra Docking Station 1. Audio connector 2. ac power connector ® 3. DisplayPort connector 4. VGA connector 5. USB 2.0 connector 6.
  • Page 34 4. Align the top-left corner of the computer with the guide post of the docking station. Attach your computer to the docking station as shown until you hear a click. Slide the latch in the direction as shown 5. Check the docking status indicator. The docking status indicator turns on when the computer is successfully docked.
  • Page 35 2. Slide the latch in the direction as shown to release the computer, and then grasp both sides of the computer to remove it Connect multiple external displays You can connect multiple external displays to a supported docking station. To ensure that the multiple displays work correctly, refer to the following table and connect the external displays to the appropriate connectors.
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  • Page 37: Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer And Information

    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 (for selected models) The fingerprint reader is integrated with the power button.

  • Page 38: Log In With Your Face Id (For Selected Models)

    Maintenance tips: • Do not scratch the surface of the reader with anything hard. • Do not use or touch the reader with a wet, dirty, wrinkled, or injured finger. Log in with your face ID (for selected models) For models come with a webcam privacy shutter, slide the webcam privacy shutter to uncover the camera lens before using the Windows Hello face recognition.

  • Page 39: Protect Your Privacy (For Selected Models)

    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.

  • Page 40: Uefi Bios Passwords

    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.

  • Page 41: Set, Change, And Remove A Password

    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.

  • Page 42: Associate Your Fingerprints With Passwords (For Selected Models)

    What to do if you forget your supervisor password If you forget your supervisor password, there is no service procedure to remove the password. You have to contact a Lenovo authorized service provider to have the system board replaced. A fee will be charged for parts and service.

  • Page 43: Chapter 5. Configure Advanced Settings

    2. Select the device that you want the computer to start from and press Enter. Update UEFI BIOS When you install a new program, device driver, or hardware component, you might need to update UEFI BIOS. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...

  • Page 44: Recovery

    • 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. To know more about UEFI BIOS, visit Knowledge Base of your computer at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com...

  • Page 45: Create And Use A Recovery Usb Device

    Windows recovery programs are damaged. If you did not create a recovery USB drive as a precautionary measure, you can contact Lenovo Customer Support Center and purchase one from Lenovo. For a list of the Lenovo Support phone numbers for your country or region, go to: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist Create a recovery USB drive Attention: The creation process deletes anything stored on the USB drive.
  • Page 46 • Go to and select the entry for your computer. Then, follow the on-screen https://pcsupport.lenovo.com instructions to download and install necessary drivers and software. T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...

  • Page 47: Chapter 6. Cru Replacement

    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.

  • Page 48: Replace A Cru

    2. Turn off the computer and disconnect the computer from ac power and all connected cables. 3. Close the computer display and turn over the computer. Removal procedure for ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...
  • Page 49 Installation procedure for ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 Removal procedure for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 Chapter 6 CRU replacement...

  • Page 50: M.2 Solid-State Drive

    Installation procedure for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 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. M.2 solid-state drive Prerequisite Before you start, read and print the following instructions.
  • Page 51 4. Remove the bottom cover. See “Base cover assembly” on page 42. Removal procedure for the long M.2 solid-state drive and its bracket (if any) • Type 1 • Type 2 Chapter 6 CRU replacement...

  • Page 52: Wireless Wan Card (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.
  • Page 53 • Type 1 • Type 2 • Type 3 Note: During installation, ensure that you connect the cables with different colors to the corresponding connectors on the card according to the illustrations above: the orange cable to the connector labeled Chapter 6 CRU replacement...

  • Page 54: Keyboard (For Thinkpad X13 Gen 2)

    ORANGE, the blue cable to the connector labeled BLUE, the white and grey cable to the connector labeled WHITE GREY, and the black and grey cable to the connector labeled BLACK GREY. Keyboard (for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2) Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices and print the following instructions.
  • Page 55 Installation procedure Note: You might be instructed to slide the keyboard frame forward or backward in some of the following steps. In this case, ensure that you do not press or hold the keys while sliding the keyboard frame. Otherwise, the keyboard frame cannot be moved. Chapter 6 CRU replacement...
  • Page 56 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...

  • Page 57: Chapter 7. Help And Support

    • From the Vantage app. See “Install Windows 10 and drivers” on page 39 and Where can I get the latest device “Update UEFI BIOS” on page 37. drivers and UEFI BIOS? • Download from Lenovo Support Web site at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com © Copyright Lenovo 2021...

  • Page 58: Error Messages

    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 56. Message Solution The computer turned off because the battery power is low.

  • Page 59: Beep Errors

    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.

  • Page 60: Self-Help Resources

    • Setup Guide want. • This User Guide • Regulatory Notice Lenovo Support Web site with the latest support information of the following: • Drivers and software • Diagnostic solutions https://pcsupport.lenovo.com • Product and service warranty •...

  • Page 61: Call Lenovo

    In some cases, an earlier Windows version might be preinstalled under the terms of the Windows 10 Pro 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.

  • Page 62: Lenovo Customer Support Center

    • 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.

  • Page 63: Purchase Additional Services

    • 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...
  • Page 64 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...
  • Page 65 This chapter provides information about accessibility and ergonomics. Accessibility information Lenovo is committed to providing users who have hearing, vision, and mobility limitations with greater access to information and technology. This section provides information about the ways these users can get the most out of their computer experience.
  • Page 66 keyboard with all the standard keys. You can select keys using the mouse or another pointing device, or you can tap to select the keys if your computer supports multi-touch screen. • High Contrast High Contrast is a feature that heightens the color contrast of some text and images on your screen. As a result, those items are more distinct and easier to identify.
  • Page 67 Your computer provides industry-standard connectors that enable you to connect assistive devices. Documentation in accessible formats Lenovo provides electronic documentation in accessible formats, such as properly tagged PDF files or HyperText Markup Language (HTML) files. Lenovo electronic documentation is developed to ensure that visually impaired users can read the documentation through a screen reader.
  • Page 68 Many product solutions are available to help you modify and expand your computer to best suit your needs. You can find some of these options at https://www.lenovo.com/accessories Explore your options for docking solutions and external products that provide the adjustability and features that you want.
  • Page 69 ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 HPD** ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 LTE1** ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 LTE2** ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 5G** ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 LTE1 HPD** ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 LTE2 HPD** ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 5G HPD** ThinkPad X13 Gen 2...
  • Page 70 Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO 1)* * for selected models Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity The following information refers to ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2. T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide...
  • Page 71 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 72 국가 보고 및 테스트 요구 사항과 네트워크 대역에 따라 다를 수 있습니다. 본 장치 는 사람의 신체에서 20mm 이상의 거리에서 사용할 수 있습니다. Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization) 3048 m (10 000 ft) Temperature • Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) •...
  • Page 73 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 74 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.

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