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Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...
  • Page 2 Generic Safety and Compliance Notices First Edition (March 2024) © Copyright Lenovo 2024. 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

    Access open-source information ..Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device ..Call Lenovo ....Enabling Nvidia proprietary drivers in Fedora (for Before you contact Lenovo .
  • Page 4 Appendix C. Notices and trademarks ....51 ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 5: About This Documentation

    • Depending on the model, some optional accessories, features, software programs, and user interface instructions might not be applicable to your computer. • Documentation content is subject to change without notice. To get the latest documentation, go to https:// pcsupport.lenovo.com © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 6 ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    Chapter 1. Meet your computer Front ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 Description Description Item Item Microphone* Infrared camera / camera* Webcam privacy shutter* Touch screen* Power button / power button with Speaker fingerprint reader* © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 8 * 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. ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...
  • Page 9 Description Description Item Item Microphone* Infrared camera / camera* Webcam privacy shutter* Touch screen Power button / power button with Speaker fingerprint reader* Trackpad NFC (near field communication) mark* ® TrackPoint pointing stick TrackPoint Three Buttons * for selected models Webcam privacy shutter Slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens.

  • Page 10: Side

    USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed in the connector name or below for each corresponding device. USB device Data rate (Gbps) Thunderbolt 3 Thunderbolt 4 ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...
  • Page 11 Chapter 1 Meet your computer...

  • Page 12: Base

    2. Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole to cut off power supply temporarily. 3. Connect your computer to ac power and then turn on your computer. ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 13: Usb Connectors

    • Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your computer • USB-C connector (USB 5Gbps) functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https:// • USB-C connector (USB 10Gbps) www.lenovo.com/accessories • USB-C connector (Thunderbolt 3) • USB-C connector (Thunderbolt 4) • USB-C connector (USB4 40Gbps) Chapter 1...
  • Page 14 ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

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

    • The Gnome desktop is installed by default and is designed to be simple and easy to use. Details on using Gnome are available by launching the Help application or online at https://help.gnome.org/users/ Manage networks Your computer helps you connect to the world through a wired or wireless network. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...

  • Page 16: Connect To Wi-Fi Networks

    Provide required information, if needed. Airplane mode When the Airplane mode is enabled, all wireless features are disabled. To enable or disable the Airplane mode: ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 17: Interact With Your Computer

    Step 1. Use the system menu drop down (top right) and choose Settings. Step 2. Click the Wi-Fi option. Step 3. Turn on or turn off the Airplane mode switch. Interact with your computer Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen. Use the camera •...

  • Page 18: Use The Trackpoint Pointing Device

    The pointer on the screen moves accordingly but the pointing stick itself does not move. The higher the pressure applied, the faster the pointer moves. 2. Left-click button Press to select or open an item. 3. Right-click button ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 19: Use The Trackpad

    Press to display a shortcut menu. 4. Middle button Press and hold the dotted middle button while applying pressure to the pointing stick in the vertical or horizontal direction. Then, you can scroll through the document, Web site, or apps. Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap Note: Ensure that the new cap has grooves Use the Trackpad...

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

    • In an open app: Perform an action such as Copy, Save, and Delete, depending on the app. Tap twice quickly Open an app or item from the desktop. ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 21: Connect To An External Display

    Description Illustration Tap and hold Open a shortcut menu. Slide Scroll through items, such as lists, pages, and photos. Drag an item to the location you want Move an object. Move two fingers closer together Zoom out. Move two fingers farther apart Zoom in.

  • Page 22: Get To Know Convertible Multi-Modes (For Thinkpad X13 2-In-1 Gen 5 Models)

    Note: The keyboard and the pointing devices are automatically disabled in the stand mode and tablet mode. Use the touch screen to control your computer instead. ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 23: Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (For Selected Thinkpad X13 2-In-1 Gen 5 Models)

    Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 models) The Lenovo Integrated Pen is an electronic pen stored in the pen slot. To use the pen, slide it out of the slot. Chapter 2 Get started with your computer...
  • Page 24 . To purchase Lenovo Integrated Pen, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories. Note: Lenovo Integrated Pen is not waterproof. Keep the pen away from water and excessive moisture. Charge the Lenovo Integrated Pen When the computer is on or in sleep mode, insert the pen back into the pen slot. Then pen is 80% charged in about 15 seconds and 100% charged in about five minutes.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    • Press Fn+H to switch to performance mode. Use the P-to-P 2.0 charging function The USB-C connector on the computer features the Lenovo-unique P-to-P 2.0 charging function. When no ac power is available, this feature enables one computer to supply power to another computer through a USB-C to USB-C cable.

  • Page 26: Connect To A Bluetooth-Enabled Device

    Select Install and wait for the installation to complete. This can take a few minutes. Step 9. Reboot and confirm Nvidia drivers are running using the nvidia-settings utility. ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 27: 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 Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models) If your computer comes with a fingerprint reader, you can use it to enroll your fingerprints.

  • Page 28: Use Passwords

    The system management password can be set through the UEFI BIOS menu or through the think-lmi firmware-attributes sysfs class. ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 29: Set, Change, Or Remove A Password

    Step 6. Press F10 to save changes and exit the UEFI BIOS menu. If you have not set a supervisor password or a system management password, contact a Lenovo-authorized service provider to have the power-on password removed. What to do if you forget your system management password Follow the instructions to remove the system management password if you forget your system management password.

  • Page 30: Use Power Loss Protection Function (For Selected Models)

    Lenovo-authorized service provider to have the storage drive replaced. A fee will be charged for parts and service. If the storage drive is a CRU (Customer Replaceable Unit), you can also contact Lenovo to purchase a new storage drive to replace the old one by yourself. To check whether the storage drive is a CRU and the relevant replacement procedure, see “CRU list”...

  • Page 31: Chapter 5. Configure Advanced Settings

    Note: No bootable device is displayed if the computer cannot start from any devices or the operating system cannot be found. 3. Set the startup sequence as desired. 4. Press F10 to save the changes and exit. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...

  • Page 32: Detect Memory Retraining

    • Use the fwupdmgr or software utility to check LVFS for firmware updates. • 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. ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...
  • Page 33 LED indicators on Esc, F1, and F4 blinking sequentially to indicate the progress. Do not press the power button to interrupt the process. Wait a few minutes until the logo screen is displayed. To know more about UEFI BIOS, visit Knowledge Base of your computer at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com Chapter 5 Configure advanced settings...
  • Page 34 ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 35: 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 36: Replace A Cru

    For the removal procedure, refer to the built-in battery replacement instructions in this documentation. • For the non-CRUable built-in battery connected to the system board with comb connectors: Call Lenovo Customer Support Center for help. To check whether the built-in battery on your computer is a CRU, see the CRU list in Chapter 6 “CRU replacement”...
  • Page 37 Step 2. Install the base cover assembly as shown below. Chapter 6 CRU replacement...

  • Page 38: Wireless Wan Card And Wireless Wan Card Bracket (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 39 Step 2. Install the wireless WAN card and wireless WAN card bracket in reverse order. Type 2 Note: A Mylar film might cover the wireless WAN card. To access the wireless WAN card, peel off the film first. Step 1. Remove the the wireless WAN card and wireless WAN card bracket as shown below.

  • Page 40: Solid-State Drive And M.2 Solid-State Drive Bracket (For Selected Models)

    3. Close the computer display and turn the computer over. 4. Remove the base cover assembly. See “Base cover assembly” on page 30. Type 1 Step 1. Remove the M.2 solid-state drive as shown below. ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 41: Pen Dummy (For Selected Thinkpad X13 2-In-1 Gen 5 Models)

    Install the M.2 solid-state drive and M.2 solid-state drive bracket in reverse order. Pen dummy (for selected ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 models) Depending on models, a pen dummy might come with your computer. Follow the instructions to replace the...
  • Page 42 4. Remove the base cover assembly. See “Base cover assembly” on page 30. Step 1. Remove the pen dummy as shown below. Step 2. Install the pen dummy in reverse order. ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 43: Chapter 7. Help And Support

    2. In the Touchpad section, turn off the Touchpad control. Use the Software application to check for updates. It should notify when new Where can I get the latest device firmware is available on LVFS ( https://fwupd.org/ drivers and UEFI BIOS? © Copyright Lenovo 2024...

  • Page 44: 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 42. Message Solution The computer turned off because the battery power is low.

  • Page 45: Self-Help Resources

    The LLW also is preinstalled on the computer. To access the LLW, go to /opt/Lenovo If you cannot view the LLW either from the Web site or from your computer, contact your local Lenovo office or reseller to obtain a printed version of the LLW.

  • Page 46: Access Product Documentation

    General Public License and/or the Lesser General Public License (or any other license requiring us to make a written offer to provide corresponding source code to you) from Lenovo for a period of three years without charge except for the cost of media, shipping, and handling, upon written request to Lenovo. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this Device.

  • Page 47: Access Linux Distributions

    The LLW also is preinstalled on the computer. To access the LLW, go to /opt/Lenovo If you cannot view the LLW either from the Web site or from your computer, contact your local Lenovo office or reseller to obtain a printed version of the LLW.

  • Page 48: 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 Prepare the following before you contact Lenovo: 1. Record the problem symptoms and details: •...

  • Page 49: Purchase Accessories Or Additional Services

    • 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 50 ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 51: Appendix A. Compliance Information

    • ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 CAT4 • ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 TP00146B / TP00146B0 21LW and 21LX • ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 CAT4 for mainland China only for India only Further compliance information related to your product is available at https://www.lenovo.com/compliance...
  • Page 52 Wireless LAN antenna (auxiliary)* Wireless LAN antenna (main)* Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO1)* Wireless WAN antenna (main)* Wireless WAN antenna (auxiliary)* Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO2)* * for selected models ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...
  • Page 53 The following illustration shows the antenna locations on ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5: Wireless LAN antenna (main and auxiliary) Wireless WAN antenna (auxiliary)* Wireless WAN antenna (main)* * for selected models Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization) 3048 m (10 000 ft) Temperature •...
  • Page 54 Relative humidity • Operating: 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F) • Storage and transportation: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F) ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...

  • Page 55: Appendix B. Notice For Usb Connector Name Update

    Appendix B. Notice for USB connector name update The USB Implementers Forum published a revision of the guideline for USB connector names in September, 2022. Lenovo follows the revised guideline and updates USB connector names accordingly. You can refer to the table below for naming update details.
  • Page 56 ThinkPad X13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 User Guide...
  • Page 57 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 58 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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