About this guide • This guide applies to Lenovo product model(s) listed below. Illustrations in this guide may look slightly different from your product model. Model name Machine type (MT) IdeaPad Slim 5 15IRH9 83G1 IdeaPad Slim 5 15IRU9 83D0 •...
Laser safety information 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. CAUTION: This device contains a laser that could be damaged during repair or disassembly, which could result in hazardous exposure to infrared laser emissions.
Screen The screen of the built-in display is where text, graphics, and videos are displayed. 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.
Base Description Power light Power button Keyboard Fingerprint sensor* Touchpad Speakers * for selected models 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.
Note: By default, on a Windows PC, pressing the power button when the PC is turned on will put the PC into sleep mode. 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.
Left Description ® 1, 4 Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector Charging light ™ HDMI connector Combo audio jack 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: •...
Table 4. Charging light statuses and descriptions Light status Plugged in? Battery charge level On, amber 1%–90% 91%–100% On, white HDMI connector The HDMI connector is used to connect an external display device, such as a television, a projector, or a monitor.
Right Description State light Novo button hole ™ microSD card slot USB Standard-A connector USB Standard-A connector (always-on) State light The state light indicates the current power state of the PC: whether it is powered on, powered off, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode.
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: • The PC's firmware setup utility, or • Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager Chapter 1 Meet your computer...
Bottom Description Air vents (intake) Avoid constant body contact with specific hot sections CAUTION: 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 one minute at a time.
Features and specifications Dimensions Width 343.37 mm Depth 237.9 mm Thickness • Thinnest: 17.42 mm • Thickest: 17.9 mm ac power adapter Input 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz Output • 20 V dc, 3.25 A, or • 20 V dc, 5 A Power •...
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Display 15.3 inches Screen size (diagonal) Resolution 1920 × 1200 pixels Refresh rate 60 Hz Connectors and slots USB Standard-A connector • Quantity: 2 • Maximum power output: 5 V, 0.9 A • Supported signaling protocols: – USB 2.0 480 Mbps –...
Statement on USB transfer rate 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.
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: •...
Night light temperature screen. Note: Selected Lenovo computers are low blue light certified using night light mode and color temperature settings available in the pre-installed operating system. These computers are tested with night light turned on and color temperature set to 48 or greater.
Interact with your computer Hotkeys 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.
Press the NumLock key to enable or disable the numeric keypad. The Copilot key 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.
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. Connect to an external display Connect to a wired display Connect your computer to the desired display with an appropriate cable.
Protect your privacy using the camera shutter The camera shutter is a mechanical component that prevents any attempt from capturing your image, thus protecting your privacy. To cover the camera lens, slide the camera shutter to the left. When you want to use the camera, slide the camera shutter to the right.
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.
Gesture controls 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 Increases/Decreases display brightness when you watch videos in full screen mode.
• You may need to connect to the Internet and update the app for this feature to take effect. • Depending on its hardware, your computer may not support all the functions and options described above. • You can view and customize this feature under Device Settings in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager. Manage power Use the information in this section to achieve the best balance between performance and power efficiency.
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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.
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.
Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer. Step 2. Before the Lenovo logo appears on the screen, press F2 repeatedly. Select boot devices Normally, the computer starts to a boot manager loaded from the secondary storage device of the computer.
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. Change or remove administrator password Only the administrator can change or remove the administrator password.
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.
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.
3. Click Troubleshoot & Diagnose ➙ Custom Troubleshooting ➙ Operating System Diagnostics and then follow the on-screen instructions. Use Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager to: • Download and install the latest drivers and firmware. • Configure hardware settings. Use Windows Search.
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: (1) return instructions, a prepaid shipping label, and a container will be included with the replacement CRU;...
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• Replacement of any parts not listed above, including the built-in rechargeable battery, must be done by a Lenovo-authorized repair facility or technician. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/partnerlocation for more information. User Guide...
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 Record product information and problem details before you contact Lenovo. Product information Problem symptoms and details •...
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. User Guide...
Appendix A. Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys Hotkey functions are denoted by the icons printed on the keys. The following table describes the functions for all Lenovo hotkeys. The keyboard of your Lenovo computer should only support a subset of the listed hotkeys.
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Table 10. Hotkey icons and denoted functions (continued) Hotkey icon Function description Plays the next audio or video in the playlist. Switches the computer’s active operation mode. Blurs the background for videoconferencing. Switches the computer’s active audio mode. Turns on/off night light mode. (Windows operating systems) Note: Hotkey functions may change if the associated app or the Windows operating system is updated.
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