Contents About this documentation ..iii Chapter 1. Meet your computer ..1 Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS ..25 Chapter 2. Get started with your computer .
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Appendix A. Important safety information ....55 Appendix B. Accessibility and Chapter 7. CRU replacement ..43 ergonomic information ..69 Appendix C.
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Features and specifications Start Hardware configuration Device Manager Power supply Electrical input Start Microprocessor System Memory ™ Storage device Start Disk Management Note: Video features Audio features Expansion Network features...
Chapter 2. Get started with your computer Adjust the computer stand (for selected models) Note: Get started with Windows 10 Windows account Windows user account Start Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Family & other users Microsoft account...
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Windows user interface Account Documents Documents Pictures Pictures Settings Power Start Start button Windows Search Task View Windows notification area Battery status icon Network icon Action center...
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Access Control Panel Start Windows System ➙ Control Panel Launch an app Start Connect to networks Connect to the wired Ethernet Connect to Wi-Fi networks (for selected models) Use Lenovo Vantage Access Lenovo Vantage Lenovo Vantage Start Lenovo Vantage Key features...
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User Guide Notes: Use the multi-touch screen (for selected models) Note: Tap once Start Copy Save Delete Tap twice quickly...
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Tap and hold Slide Drag an item to the location you want Move two fingers closer together...
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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)
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Tips Use multimedia Use audio Adjust the volume Change the sound settings Control Panel Hardware and Sound ➙ Sound Connect to an external display Connect to a wired display Display settings ➙ Detect Connect to a wireless display Start Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Bluetooth & other devices ➙ Add Bluetooth or other device Wireless display or dock Connect...
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Set the display mode Display settings Multiple displays Duplicate these displays Extend these displays Show only on 1 Show only on 2 Change display settings Display settings Note:...
Chapter 3. Explore your computer Manage power Set power button behaviors Control Panel Power Options ➙ Choose what the power buttons do Set the power plan Table 1. Default power plan (when plugged into ac power) Control Panel Power Options Transfer data Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device (for selected models) Start...
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Use the optical drive (for selected models) Know the type of your optical drive Start Start Device Manager Install or remove a disc Note: Record a disc Settings ➙ Devices ➙ AutoPlay Start AutoPlay for all media and devices Use a media card (for selected models) Install a media card Remove a media card Attention:...
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Use the color sensor (for selected models) Start X-Rite ➙ PANTONE Color Calibrator ECCM2SensorData.dat This PC ➙ Documents ➙ X-Rite Purchase accessories...
Chapter 4. Secure your computer and information Lock the computer Note: Kensington-style cable lock Log in to your computer securely Use passwords Password types...
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Note: Security ➙ System Management Password Access Control Set, change, and remove a password Security Set Supervisor Password Set Power-On Password Set System Management Password Hard Disk Password Notes: Use the fingerprint reader Enroll your fingerprints Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Sign-in options Start...
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Log in with your fingerprint Associate your fingerprints with your power-on password and hard disk password Attention: Maintain the fingerprint reader Use software security solutions Use firewalls Control Panel Windows Defender Firewall Use antivirus programs...
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Note: Computrace Agent software embedded in firmware (for selected models) Use BIOS security solutions Erase all storage drive data Security ➙ Hard Disk Password ➙ Security Erase HDD Data Note: Continue Note: Use the cover presence switch Security ➙ Cover Tamper Detected Enabled...
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Use Intel BIOS guard Use Smart USB Protection Disabled Read Only No Access Security ➙ Smart USB Protection...
Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS What is UEFI BIOS Note: Enter the BIOS menu Note: Navigate in the BIOS interface Attention: boldface ↑↓ ↑↓ ← → ← → Change the display language of UEFI BIOS Main ➙ Language...
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Change the display language of UEFI BIOS Main ➙ System Language Change the display mode of UEFI BIOS Note: Main ➙ Setup mode select Set the system date and time Main ➙ System Time & Date Change the startup sequence Change the startup device sequence permanently Startup...
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Select a temporary startup device Note: Enter Setup Enable or disable the configuration change detection feature Security ➙ Configuration Change Detection Enable or disable the automatic power-on feature Power ➙ Automatic Power On Enable or disable the ErP LPS compliance mode...
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Power ➙ Enhanced Power Saving Mode Enabled Disabled Power ➙ Automatic Power On Enabled Disabled Control Panel Power Options ➙ Choose what the power buttons do ➙ Change settings that are currently unavailable Turn on fast startup (recommended) Shutdown settings Change BIOS settings before installing a new operating system Security ➙...
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Recover from a BIOS update failure Note: Clear CMOS...
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Screen problems Problem Solution Display settings Display Advanced display settings ➙ Display adapter properties for Display 1 Monitor...
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Audio problems Problem Solution Note: Playback devices Set Default Open Volume Mixer Levels...
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Network problems Note: Problem Solution Control Panel Network and Sharing Center ➙ Change adapter settings Enable Start Start Device Manager Network adapters Enable device Start Settings ➙ Network & Internet ➙ Wi-Fi...
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Problem Solution Start Start Device Manager Bluetooth Enable device Network adapters Enable device Start Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Bluetooth & other devices Bluetooth Playback devices Bluetooth Hands-free Audio Set Default Stereo Audio Set Default...
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Performance problems Problem Solution Note: Start Windows System ➙ File Explorer ➙ This PC Properties Tools Optimize Optimize Start Windows System ➙ File Explorer ➙ This PC Properties Disk Cleanup Control Panel Programs and Features Turn Windows features on or off Uninstall/ Change Uninstall...
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Storage drive problems Problem Solution CD or DVD problems Problem Solution Note:...
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Problem Solution Serial connector problems Problem Solution USB device problems Problem Solution...
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Software problems Problem Solution Diagnostics Lenovo diagnostic tools Recovery Restore system files and settings to an earlier point Control Panel Recovery ➙ Open System Restore Restore your files from a backup Note: Control Panel File History ➙ Restore personal files...
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Start Settings ➙ Update & Security ➙ Recovery Reset this PC Get started Use advanced options Start Settings ➙ Update & security ➙ Recovery Restart now ➙ Troubleshoot ➙ Advanced options Advanced startup Windows automatic recovery Note: Create and use a recovery USB device Create a recovery USB drive Attention: recovery...
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Use the recovery USB drive Troubleshoot Update the device driver Attention: Note: Start Settings ➙ Update & Security ➙ Windows Update...
Chapter 8. Help and support Self-help resources Resources How to access? Start Lenovo Vantage User Guide Safety and Warranty Guide Setup Guide User Guide Documentation Regulatory Notice Start Get Help Tips...
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Call Lenovo Before you contact Lenovo Lenovo Customer Support Center Telephone numbers Note:...
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Services available during the warranty period Services not covered Safety and Warranty Guide Purchase additional services...
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.
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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.
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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.
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If the coin-cell battery is not a CRU, do not attempt to replace the coin-cell battery. Replacement of the battery must be done by a Lenovo-authorized repair facility or technician. The Lenovo-authorized repair facilities or technicians recycle Lenovo batteries according to local laws and regulations.
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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.
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DANGER Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. To connect: To disconnect: 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2.
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Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice DANGER To avoid shock hazards: • Do not remove the covers. • Do not operate this product unless the stand is attached. • Do not connect or disconnect this product during an electrical storm. • The power cord plug must be connected to a properly wired and grounded power outlet. •...
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Choking hazard notice Plastic bag notice DANGER Plastic bags can be dangerous. Keep plastic bags away from babies and children to avoid danger of suffocation. 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.
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Hazardous energy statement DANGER Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets before removing the computer cover or any part that has the above label attached. CAUTION: Bright Light, possible skin or eye damage. Disconnect power before servicing. CAUTION: Infrared Light, possible skin or eye damage. Disconnect power before servicing. Eye comfort Tip-over hazard prevention notice CAUTION:...
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Remote control CAUTION: Do not use rechargeable batteries in this device. Static electricity prevention Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization) Temperature Note: Relative humidity...
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Cleaning and maintenance Basic maintenance tips Maintenance tips about moving the computer Clean your computer CAUTION:...
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Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. Clean the computer surface Clean the keyboard Clean the computer screen...
Appendix B. Accessibility and ergonomic information Accessibility information Keyboard shortcuts Note: Windows logo key + U Right Shift for eight seconds Shift five times Num Lock for five seconds Left Alt+Left Shift+Num Lock Left Alt+Left Shift+PrtScn (or PrtSc) keyboard shortcuts key combinations shortcut keys Ease of Access Center Control Panel Ease of Access ➙...
Appendix C. Supplemental information about the Ubuntu operating system Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty /usr/share/doc/lenovo-doc Access the Ubuntu help system Help Help Search Get support information User Guide Safety and Warranty Guide User Guide Safety and Warranty Guide...
Appendix D. Compliance information Radio frequency compliance statements Regulatory Notice Locate wireless regulatory notices Regulatory Notice European Union-compliance with the Radio Equipment Directive For computer models with wireless radio devices: For computer models without wireless radio devices: Brazil...
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WEEE information for Hungary Japan recycling statements Collect and recycle a disused Lenovo computer or monitor Dispose of Lenovo computer components Dispose of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers...
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Brazil recycling information Declarações de Reciclagem no Brasil Descarte de um Produto Lenovo Fora de Uso Battery recycling information for the European Union Notice: Disposing of lithium batteries and battery packs from Lenovo products...
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Disposing of battery packs from Lenovo products Recycling information for mainland China Battery recycling information for Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive of countries and regions European Union RoHS Turkish RoHS...
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Ukraine RoHS India RoHS Mainland China RoHS...
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Taiwan RoHS Electromagnetic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity...
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Industry Canada compliance statement European Union conformity Compliance with the EMC Directive German Class B compliance statement Hinweis zur Einhaltung der Klasse B zur elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit...
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Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase Japan notice for ac power cord Other compliance information of countries and regions Certification-related information Product name Machine types...
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Lenovo product service information for Taiwan 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。 Keyboard and mouse compliance statement for Taiwan Eurasian compliance mark Supplemental information for the Republic of Belarus Brazil audio notice ENERGY STAR model information...
Appendix E. Notices and trademarks Notices Lenovo (United States), Inc. 1009 Think Place - Building One Morrisville, NC 27560 U.S.A. Attention: Lenovo Director of Licensing...
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