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) Yoga Slim 9 14ILL10 83CX Yoga Slim 9 14ILL10 1 •...
Camera The built-in camera captures visible light and converts it to digital signals. It is used for video recordings and video conferencing. Related tasks “Change camera settings” on page 22 Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor detects and measures the intensity of light in the user's environment. The data collected by this sensor can be used to enable adaptive brightness for the PC's built-in display and keyboard.
Top view Description Wireless antennas Keyboard Fingerprint sensor Touchpad 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. Keyboard The keyboard is the PC's built-in input device for typing characters.
Touchpad The touchpad is the PC's built-in pointing device. Slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer on the screen and tap or double-tap to select or execute a screen item. The touchpad also supports Windows multi-finger gestures, providing a convenient alternative for switching between app windows and the desktop, activating the search box, or adjusting volumes.
Left view Description ® ™ Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector (Thunderbolt 4 enabled) Charging light Novo button hole Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector ® You can use the included power adapter and this USB Type-C 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: •...
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• Open the firmware setup utility • Display the boot device selection menu • Display the Windows advanced startup options page Note: The Novo button is rarely used during normal PC operations. To prevent users from accidentally pressing it, the Novo button is placed in a recessed hole. You can use a straightened paper clip to press this button.
Right view Description Camera switch Power light Power button ™ Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector (Thunderbolt 4 enabled) Camera switch This toggle switch is used to enable or disable the built-in camera. Note: This switch is designed for privacy protection. The default state of the camera is on. If you don't need to use the camera, slide the switch to the off position to prevent any apps from using the camera.
Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector ® You can use the included power adapter and this USB Type-C 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: •...
Bottom view Description Air vents (outlet) Air vents (intake) Speakers Air vents (outlet) The air vents allow hot air to be discharged out of the PC. Important: When the PC is operating, do not place it on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surfaces. Otherwise, the air vents will be blocked and the PC may overheat, reducing performance or causing the PC to be unresponsive or even shut down.
Specifications Dimensions Width 312.93 mm Depth 203.5 mm Thickness 14.55–15.5 mm ac power adapter Plug type USB Type-C Input 100–240 V ac, 50–60 Hz Output voltage 20 V Maximum current 3.25 A Maximum power 65 W Rechargeable battery pack Capacity 75 Wh Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a specific test environment.
Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization) 3048 m (10 000 ft) Temperature • At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft) – Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) – Storage: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°F) • At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft) –...
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Table 4. Windows recovery options Recovery options Circumstances Windows runs much slower after you install an app. Restore Windows from a system restore point. Windows hasn't been functioning properly for some time. Reset your PC while keeping your personal files. Your PC won't start.
Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a network wall jack or a router. Note: If your computer does not include an Ethernet connector, you can purchase a USB-C to Ethernet adapter from Lenovo at https://www.lenovo.com/accessories Use power efficiently Use the power management features in this section to achieve the best balance between performance and power efficiency.
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.
Note: To wake the PC from sleep mode, press the power button or any key on the keyboard. System operation modes Lenovo has preset several modes in which your computer can operate. The maximum attainable performance, power consumption, and speed limit for the heat sink fan vary among the different operation modes.
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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.
Table 7. Touch screen gestures (continued) Gesture Function Swipe vertically with two fingers Scrolls pages Place two fingers on the screen and pinch in or stretch out Zooms out / zooms in Swipe up with three fingers Shows all open windows Swipe down with three fingers Returns to the desktop Disable or enable the touch screen...
The displays of some Lenovo computers support dual refresh rates. For such a computer, you can manually switch its display to work at either the higher or lower refresh rate. For Windows operation systems, the manual settings are usually found in Settings ➙...
Connection using an adapter If the display is equipped with a DisplayPort or an HDMI connector, you can use an adapter to connect the display to your PC. The adapter features a USB Type-C connector (plug) on one end and a DisplayPort or an HDMI connector (socket) on the other.
Shortcut keys A Lenovo keyboard usually includes the following shortcut keys that you can use to quickly access apps or adjust settings. • Functions keys (F1–F12) • Hotkeys •...
Figure 1. Locations of the fn lock key and the fn key A Lenovo keyboard usually contains hotkeys in the top row. These hotkeys share keys with the function keys (F1–F12) and other keys. For these dual-function keys, the icons or characters denoting the primary functions are printed on top of the icons and characters denoting the secondary functions.
Turns on/off the eye care mode. Opens custom (user-defined) applications, files, websites, initiates a custom key sequence, or inserts custom text. Note: You can reset the custom function in Lenovo Vantage app or by double- pressing this key. Combination keys using the fn key The fn key can be used in combination with certain keys to adjust device settings or activate additional functions.
Table 11. fn-based key combinations Key combination Function fn + Q Switches the PC's active power mode fn + R Switches the refresh rates of the built-in display fn + M Enables/disables the touchpad fn + N Shows key device information fn + Space Adjusts keyboard backlight fn + Copilot key...
Takes a full-screen screenshot and saves it to a file 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.
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Table 13. Multi-finger touchpad gestures (continued) Gesture Function Tap two fingers on the touchpad Displays the context menu (right-clicking) Swipe up with three fingers or four fingers Shows all open windows Returns to the desktop Swipe down with three fingers or four fingers Swipe left or right with three fingers Switches between open apps User Guide...
Table 13. Multi-finger touchpad gestures (continued) Gesture Function Tap three fingers on the touchpad Opens Windows Search Tap four fingers on the touchpad Opens Notification Center Modify the default functions for touchpad gestures The functions for three-finger and four-finger touchpad gestures can be modified in Windows Settings. Step 1.
Lenovo AI Now Lenovo AI Now is your personal and private AI assistant. It enables you to boost your productivity by building your personal knowledge library, helps you with inspiration, writing and summarizing, and provides troubleshooting and quick settings for your PC.
Applicable for videos and photographs. Dolby Atmos If your PC is preinstalled with Dolby Atmos, you can set or define Dolby profiles in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager. Dolby Atmos includes a set of fine-tuned audio processing parameters. You can select a profile that best suits your needs and adjust the profile settings if applicable.
Notes: • 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. Presence Detection Presence Detection enables you to improve work efficiency by automatically waking up and logging into your computer, or dimming the display and locking the computer depending on user detection.
Note: You should rarely need to use the setup utility for your daily PC usage. To view device information, you can use the utilities provided by the operating system or apps provided by Lenovo (Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager). You can use the Novo button menu to temporarily change the order of boot devices.
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.
Step 2. Select Security ➙ Set Administrator Password and press Enter. Step 3. Enter a password string that contains only letters and numbers and then press Enter Step 4. Enter the password again and press Enter. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes. Step 5.
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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.
Chapter 4. Accessories Lenovo TWS YOGA PC Edition If you purchased the Lenovo TWS YOGA PC Edition earbuds when placing your order, the earbuds can integrate with your Yoga PC to provide an effortless audio experience. After establishing a Bluetooth connection between the earbuds and your PC, you can view the status of your earbuds and customize the settings in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager.
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.
What should I do with blue screen errors Blue screen errors can occur if a serious problem causes Windows to shut down or restart unexpectedly. To fix the errors, you can take the following steps to use the Blue Screen Troubleshooter in the Get Help app: Step 1.
For more solutions to audio problems, go to https://support.lenovo.com/solutions/ht501860 What should I do if my camera can’t be launched or found If your camera can’t be launched or found, try the following solutions one by one to troubleshoot and fix the issue: 1.
b. Click Device Manager from the list of results. The Device Manager window opens. c. Click arrow icon > next to Camera to expand the section. d. Right-click the camera that you would like to update. e. Select Update driver and follow the on-screen instructions. 6.
4. Update the battery driver or UEFI/BIOS to the latest version. To proceed with a driver update or a BIOS update, select System Update in the Lenovo Vantage app. It will automatically check for any updates you may need.
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;...
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.
For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that apply to your Lenovo hardware product, see “Warranty information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer. Purchase additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services from Lenovo at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/warrantyupgrade...
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