Reading or writing the ECA information ..Reset or restore Windows ... Use Lenovo recovery options..Chapter 8. Removing or replacing a Use Window recovery options .
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LCD FRUs for ThinkPad L13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 ....ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
This manual contains service and reference information for the following products: Product name Machine type (MT) ThinkPad L13 Gen 5 21LB and 21LC ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 21LM and 21LN ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 21LQ Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems.
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• If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. – Switch off power. – Send another person to get medical aid. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
4. Check for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad / non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-ThinkPad / non-Lenovo alterations. 7. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage.
• English • Arabic • Brazilian Portuguese • French • German • Hebrew • Japanese • Korean • Spanish • Traditional Chinese DANGER DANGER ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– “FRU identification” on page 20 Important: • Advise customers to contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center if they need any assistance in obtaining or installing any software fixes, drivers, and UEFI BIOS downloads. Telephone numbers for Lenovo Support are available at: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist...
Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO) model This model provides the ability for a customer to configure a Lenovo solution from a Web Site, and have this configuration sent to fulfillment, where it is built and shipped directly to the customer. The machine label and eSupport will load these products as the 4-character MT, 4-character model, and 2-character country code.
Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
Vantage app installed. To download and install a quick test program, go to , and follow the instructions https://www.lenovo.com/diags on the Web site. To run a test using quick test program, do the following: Step 1.
To verify if a battery or an ac power adapter is functional, do the following: Step 1. Turn off the computer. Step 2. Connect the ac power adapter. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Checking the built-in battery and operational charging This system supports only batteries specially designed for this specific system and manufactured by Lenovo or an authorized manufacturer. The system does not support unauthorized batteries or batteries designed for other systems.
• If the voltage is not correct, replace the coin-cell battery. • If the coin-cell battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
When the latest maintenance diskette and the system program service diskette become available, they will be posted on: https://support.lenovo.com Reset or restore Windows To reset or restore Windows, refer to the information below: Use Lenovo recovery options Step 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/HowToCreateLenovoRecovery Step 2.
The system management password can be set through the UEFI BIOS menu or through Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) with the Lenovo client-management interface. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Lenovo cannot reset your passwords or recover data from the storage drive. You can contact a 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...
To enter sleep mode, press Fn+4 or open the Start menu. In certain circumstances, the computer goes into sleep mode automatically: ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• After a period of inactivity specified in power plan settings • When the battery power is low To resume the computer from sleep mode, press the power button. Also, in either of the following events, the computer automatically returns from sleep mode and resumes operation: •...
More than one external fingerprint reader is attached. authentication. Power off and remove all but the reader that you set up within your main operating system. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
The battery installed is not supported by this system and Replace the battery. will not charge. Please replace the battery with the correct Lenovo battery for this system. Press the Esc key to continue. This system does not support batteries that are not Replace the battery.
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0282: Memory module error 1. Reinstall or replace the memory module. 2. If step 1 does not work, replace the system board (service provider only). ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Blinking patterns Error codes Solutions 0283: PCI resource error 1. Remove PCIe devices (the M.2 card, PCIe card, and so on) (service provider only). 2. If step 1 does not work, replace the system board (service provider only). 0284: TCG-compliant functionality-related Replace the system board (service provider error (might be the BIOS code validation only).
If the LCD you are servicing has two or less visible defective pixels, it should not be considered faulty. However, if the LCD has three or more visible defective pixels, it will be deemed as defective by Lenovo and it should be replaced.
Step 1. Ensure that the computer is connected to ac power. Then, press the power button for about seven seconds to turn off the computer. Step 2. Press Fn, left Ctrl, and the power button at the same time. If the computer displays five solid colors in sequence across the entire screen, it indicates that the LCD functions normally.
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Step 7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRUs one at a time (do not replace a nondefective FRU): System board LCD assembly ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Key combination Function description Fn + S Send system request. Fn + N Open system information Window. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Power button with fingerprint reader* TrackPoint pointing stick NFC (near field communication) mark* TrackPoint buttons Trackpad Smart-card slot* * for selected models ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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 can find a list of CRUs for your product in this Hardware Maintenance Manual. An electronic version of this manual can be found at .
Major FRUs and CRUs ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Wireless WAN antenna assembly* Wireless LAN antenna assembly* Built-in battery Dummy pen cap (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)* Pen charger with cable (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5)* ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5)* Base cover assembly...
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, though additional shipping and handling fees might apply. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
LCD FRUs and CRUs For ThinkPad L13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Table 6. LCD FRUs and CRUs FRU description Self-service Optional-service LCD bezel LCD panel LCD hinges Camera-and-microphone-module cable* LCD cover assembly LCD cable Webcam privacy shutter Camera and microphone module(IR camera*/RGB camera*) Chapter 6 Locations...
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* for selected models Note: Depending on the computer model, your computer might look different from the illustration above. For ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Table 7. LCD FRUs and CRUs FRU description Self-service Optional-service LCD Module LCD hinges Camera-and-microphone-module cable* LCD cover assembly LCD cable Webcam privacy shutter Camera and microphone module(IR camera*/RGB camera*) Microphone rubbers Sensor board Hinge rubber Rubber caps LCD strip cover Miscellaneous parts kits (camera sponge, LCD EMI gasket and sponge) * for selected models...
CRUs” on page 46 and “LCD FRUs and CRUs” on page 49. Note: Depending on your computer model, some connectors or cables might not be available. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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System board connectors and cables Table 9. System board connector and cable guide Internal cable required Connector/feature Cable connection Insert a wireless-WAN card into this Wireless-WAN-card slot (internal)* slot. Thermal fan connector (internal) Thermal fan cable The thermal fan comes with the cable.
* for selceted models Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, including part numbers, descriptions, and substitution part numbers, go to: https://support.lenovo.com/partslookup ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 5. Lay down the computer with the LCD panel facing up as shown and then follow the on-screen instructions to start the calibration process. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Connect a USB memory key to the computer. Step 2. Go to https://www.lenovo.com/maintenanceutilities and follow the instructions on the screen to create a Maintenance Key. Note: Only an authorized Lenovo service technician can access the above Web site. Chapter 7 FRU replacement notices...
Type y under Change UUID. OK? [Y/N], then press Enter. A new UUID is created and written. If a valid UUID already exists, it is not overwritten. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
To check what ECAs have been previously applied to the machine, use the ECA Information Read/Write function on the LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key. Step 1. Insert the latest version of LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key, and then restart the computer. Step 2.
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1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the computer from ac power and all connected cables. 2. Close the computer display and turn over the computer. 3. Remove the ThinkPad Pen Pro. See “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page Step 1.
For the labels that are not shipped with the new base cover assembly, peel them from the old base cover assembly, and adhere them to the new one. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Built-in battery Follow the instructions to replace the built-in battery. DANGER Use only the Lenovo authorized battery specified for the computer. Any other battery could ignite or explode. Important notice for replacing a battery Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use.
• “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 Step 1. Remove the keyboard as shown below. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 2.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) M2 × 5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
2. Close the computer display and turn over the computer. 3. Remove the ThinkPad Pen Pro. See “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 4. Remove the base cover assembly. See “Base cover assembly” on page 63.
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Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 4 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Step 2. Install the M.2 solid-state drive as shown below. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 4 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Chapter 8...
2. Close the computer display and turn over the computer. 3. Remove the ThinkPad Pen Pro. See “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 4. Remove the base cover assembly. See “Base cover assembly” on page 63.
Follow the instructions to replace the thermal fan and heatsink assembly. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 Step 1.
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Either too much or too less application of grease can cause a thermal problem due to imperfect contact with a component. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
I/O connectors brackets Follow the instructions to replace the I/O connectors brackets. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 Step 1.
• “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 • “Built-in battery” on page 65 Step 1. Remove the speaker assembly as shown below. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Coin-cell battery Follow the instructions to replace the coin-cell battery. DANGER Use only the Lenovo authorized battery specified for the computer. Any other battery could ignite or explode. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 •...
• “Built-in battery” on page 65 Step 1. Remove the trackpad and trackpad cable Note: There might exist a waterproof mylar covering the trackpad, remove the mylar before replacement. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × L2 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (7) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Notes: • A mylar might cover the trackpad, and ensure that you attach the mylar to the trackpad after replacement. • Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Follow the instructions to replace the smart card reader. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Follow the instructions to replace the ThinkPad Pen Pro charger with cable. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 •...
• “Base cover assembly” on page 63 • “Built-in battery” on page 65 • “Speaker assembly” on page 74 Step 1. Remove the wireless LAN antennas as shown below. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Follow the instructions to replace the wireless WAN antennas. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 • “Built-in battery” on page 65 •...
• The system board has an accelerometer, which can be broken when several thousands of G-forces are applied. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• Avoid bending a system board and hard pushing to prevent cracking at each BGA (Ball Grid Array) chipset. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 • “Built-in battery” on page 65 •...
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Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque Black 0.181 Nm M2 × 2.5 mm, flat head, nylon-coated (2) (1.85 kgf-cm) M2 × 2.5 mm, flat head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Step 2. Install the system board in reverse order. When installing: Note: Make sure to reapply thermal grease on the part marked and reapply thermal gel on the part...
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– All Keyboard bezel assembly FRUs are preinstalled with mylar based on Wireless LAN solution, and no additional action is needed for service engineer. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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– ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 Keyboard bezel assembly: System board: – install the keyboard left mylar – install the CU foil no Al foil – install the keyboard right mylar Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
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• For Wireless WAN models – ThinkPad L13 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Keyboard bezel assembly: System board: no mylar install Al foil ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Follow the instructions to replace the world facing camera and camera cable For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 •...
• “Fingerprint reader cable (for selected models)” on page 73 • “System board” on page 82 Step 1. Remove the power button with or without fingerprint reader as shown below. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
LCD unit Follow the instructions to replace the LCD unit. Note: If you replace the system board of ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5, remember to make the sensor calibration. For details, see “Sensor calibration” on page 56. For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
For access, remove these FRUs: • “ThinkPad Pen Pro (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 62 • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• “NFC module with cable and trackpad-nfc cable (for selected models)” on page 78 • “Smart card reader” on page 78 • “ThinkPad Pen Pro charger with cable (for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 only)” on page 79 • “Wireless LAN antennas (for selected models)” on page 80 •...
For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 • “LCD unit” on page 91 Step 1. Remove the LCD bezel as shown below. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 2. Install the LCD bezel in reverse order. When installing, ensure that all the latches are attached firmly. Note: After the LCD bezel sheet is removed , it cannot be used anymore. A new LCD bezel sheet is required for replacement. LCD hinges Follow the instructions to replace the LCD hinges.
Follow the instructions to replace the camera-and-microphone cable and sensor board cable. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• “LCD unit” on page 91 • “LCD bezel” on page 94 • “LCD panel” on page 93 Step 1. Remove the camera-and-microphone cable and sensor board cable as shown below. Step 2. Install the camera-and-microphone cable and sensor board cable in reverse order. Microphone rubber and camera-and-microphone module Follow the instructions to replace the microphone rubber and camera-and-microphone module.
• “Camera-and-microphone cable and sensor board cable” on page 96 • “Microphone rubber and camera-and-microphone module” on page 97 • “Sensor board” on page 98 ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
LCD FRUs for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 This chapter provides information about replacement of LCD FRUs for ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5. Strip cover, rubber caps and hinge rubbers Follow the instructions to strip cover, rubber caps and hinge rubbers.
• “Strip cover, rubber caps and hinge rubbers” on page 99 Removal steps Follow the instructions to remove the LCD panel. Step 1. Remove the LCD panel as shown below. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 2. Install the LCD panel in reverse order. LCD hinges Follow the instructions to replace the LCD hinges. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 • “LCD unit” on page 91 • “LCD bezel” on page 94 Step 1.
• “LCD unit” on page 91 • “LCD bezel” on page 94 • “LCD panel” on page 93 Step 1. Remove the camera-and-microphone cable and sensor board cable. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 2. Install the camera-and-microphone cable and sensor board cable in reverse order. Microphone rubber and camera-and-microphone module Follow the instructions to replace the microphone rubber and camera-and-microphone module. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “Base cover assembly” on page 63 •...
• “Camera-and-microphone cable and sensor board cable” on page 102 • “Microphone rubber and camera-and-microphone module” on page 103 • “Sensor board” on page 104 ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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States and other countries. USB-C is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum. Wi-Fi and Miracast are registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ThinkPad L13 Gen 5,ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 5 and ThinkPad S2 Gen 9 Hardware Maintenance Manual...