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  • Page 1 E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...
  • Page 2 Generic Safety and Compliance Notices Second Edition (September 2021) © Copyright Lenovo 2021. 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

    Windows label ....Charge the computer ... Call Lenovo ....Change the power settings .
  • Page 4 E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 5: Discover Your Lenovo Notebook

    Discover your Lenovo notebook ® Thank you for choosing a Lenovo notebook! We are dedicated to delivering the best solution to you. Before starting your tour, please read the following information: • Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.
  • Page 6 E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    Chapter 1. Meet your computer Front view E14 Gen 3 Webcam privacy shutter Infrared camera* / Camera* Power button / Power button with Microphone fingerprint reader function © Copyright Lenovo 2021...
  • Page 8 ® TrackPoint pointing stick Speakers Trackpad TrackPoint buttons E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...
  • Page 9 E15 Gen 3 Webcam privacy shutter Infrared camera* / Camera* Power button / Power button with Microphone fingerprint reader function ® TrackPoint pointing stick Speakers Trackpad TrackPoint buttons * 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. Chapter 1 Meet your computer...
  • Page 10 Related topics • “Log in with your face ID (for selected models)” on page 22 • “Log in with your fingerprint” on page 21 • “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 10 • “Use the trackpad” on page 11 E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 11: Side View

    • “ThinkPad Integrated Earbuds (for selected models of E15 Gen 3)” on page 8 Specifications For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com and search by product. USB specifications Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.
  • Page 12 USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https:// www.lenovo.com/accessories 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.

  • Page 13: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    When the Airplane mode is enabled, all wireless features are disabled. 1. Click the action center icon in the Windows notification area. 2. Click Airplane mode to turn on the Airplane mode. Interact with your computer Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...

  • Page 14: Thinkpad Integrated Earbuds (For Selected Models Of E15 Gen 3)

    Push the built-in Versa Bay (tray) and then carefully pull the Versa Bay out of the slot to access the earbuds. Lenovo Bud'dy enables you to know the earbuds status easily and customize earbuds settings. To access Lenovo Bud'dy, open the Start menu and click For more information about the ThinkPad Integrated Earbuds, go to https://support.lenovo.com/docs/...
  • Page 15 Darken display Brighten display Manage external displays Enable / disable wireless Open / collapse notification center ® Answer incoming calls on Microsoft Teams Decline incoming calls on Microsoft Teams Open the Vantage app. You can customize the function of this key on the Vantage app.

  • Page 16: Use The Trackpoint Pointing Device

    Go to beginning Go to end Use the TrackPoint pointing device The TrackPoint pointing device enables you to perform all the functions of a traditional mouse, such as pointing, clicking, and scrolling. Use the TrackPoint pointing device TrackPoint pointing stick Use your finger to apply pressure to the pointing-stick nonslip cap in any direction parallel to the keyboard.

  • Page 17: Use The Trackpad

    Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap Note: Ensure that the new cap has grooves Use the trackpad You can use the trackpad to perform all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse. Use the trackpad Right-click zone Left-click zone Chapter 2 Get started with your computer...

  • Page 18: Connect To An External Display

    Use the touch gestures Tap once to select or open an item. Tap twice quickly to display a shortcut menu. Two-finger zoom in or zoom out. Scroll through items. Open the task view to see all open windows. Show the desktop. Notes: •...
  • Page 19 Connect to a wired display If your computer cannot detect the external display, right-click a blank area on the desktop and select display settings. Then follow the on-screen instructions to detect the external display. Supported resolution The following table lists the supported maximum resolution of the external display. Connect the external display to Supported resolution Up to 4096 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz...
  • Page 20 E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 21: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    • Access User Guide and helpful articles. Lenovo Smart Appearance (for selected models) Lenovo Smart Appearance is an intelligent camera enhancement and beautification app that helps you to enhance your looks in video calls. This app works with some mainstream video meeting apps, such as Microsoft Teams.

  • Page 22: Use Night Light Mode

    Night light mode. Note: Click Expand if you cannot find the Night light icon. For more guidance on reducing eye fatigue, go to https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/compliance/visual-fatigue Adjust color temperature 1. Right-click the Night light icon and select Go To Settings.

  • Page 23: Intelligent Cooling

    Note: Your computer is TUV low blue-light certificated. Your computer color temperature set to the default value of 48. Schedule night light mode 1. Click Night light settings. Turn on the Night light switch. 2. Turn on the Schedule night light switch. 3.

  • Page 24: Charge The Computer

    Use P-to-P 2.0 (Peer to Peer 2.0) charging function The USB-C connector on the computer features the Lenovo-unique P-to-P 2.0 charging function. To use the function, ensure that Always On USB and Charge in Battery Mode are enabled in UEFI BIOS of your computers, so that the function works even when the computers are off or in hibernation mode.

  • Page 25: Change The Power Settings

    3. Select a Bluetooth device, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Purchase accessories Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to help expand the functionalities of your computer. Options include memory modules, storage devices, network cards, port replicators or docking stations, batteries, power adapters, keyboards, mice, and more.
  • Page 26 E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 27: Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer And Information

    Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible security cable lock. Note: 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...

  • Page 28: Log In With Your Face Id (For Selected Models)

    PLP function enables your computer data to be saved timely. However, there is no guarantee that all data is saved in any situation. To check the type of your M.2 solid-state drive: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F10 to enter the Lenovo diagnostics window.

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

    You can enable the system management password to have the same authority as the supervisor password to control security-related features. To customize the authority of the system management password through the UEFI BIOS menu: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu. 2.
  • Page 30 5. In the Changes have been saved window, press Enter. 6. Press F10 to save changes and exit the UEFI BIOS menu. • If you have not set a supervisor password, contact a Lenovo authorized service provider to have the power-on password removed.

  • Page 31: Chapter 5. Configure Advanced Settings

    2. Select the device that you want the computer to start from and press Enter. Update UEFI BIOS When you install a new program, device driver, or hardware component, you might need to update UEFI BIOS. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...

  • Page 32: Install A Windows Operating System And Drivers

    • 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. To know more about UEFI BIOS, visit Knowledge Base of your computer at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com...
  • Page 33 • Go to and select the entry for your computer. Then, follow the on-screen https://pcsupport.lenovo.com instructions to download and install necessary drivers and software. Chapter 5 Configure advanced settings...
  • Page 34 E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 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

    4. If prompted by User Account Control (UAC), click Yes. 5. Clear the Turn on fast startup check box, and then click Save changes. To disable the built-in battery: 1. Restart your computer. When the logo screen is displayed, immediately press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu.

  • Page 37: Discrete Memory Module (For Selected Models)

    E15 Gen 3 Troubleshooting If the computer does not start up after you reinstall the base cover assembly, disconnect the ac power adapter and then reconnect it to the computer. Discrete memory module (for selected models) Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices and print the following instructions.

  • Page 38: M.2 Solid-State Drive

    Installation procedure M.2 solid-state drive Prerequisite Before you start, read and print the following instructions. Generic Safety and Compliance Notices Attention: If you replace a M.2 solid-state drive, you might need to install a new operating system. For details on how to install a new operating system, see “Install a Windows operating system and drivers” on page 26.
  • Page 39 • Do not apply pressure to the M.2 solid-state drive. • Do not touch the contact edge or circuit board of the M.2 solid-state drive. Otherwise, the M.2 solid-state drive might get damaged. • Do not make the M.2 solid-state drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the M.2 solid-state drive on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks.
  • Page 40 Short M.2 solid-state drive E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 41: Chapter 7. Help And Support

    • From the Vantage app. See “Install a Windows operating system and drivers” Where can I get the latest device on page 26 and “Update UEFI BIOS” on page 25. drivers and UEFI BIOS? • Download from Lenovo Support Web site at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com © Copyright Lenovo 2021...

  • Page 42: 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 40. Message Solution The computer turned off because the battery power is low.

  • Page 43: Beep Errors

    Beep errors Lenovo SmartBeep technology enables you to decode beep errors with your smartphone when a black screen occurs with beeps from your computer. To decode the beep error with Lenovo SmartBeep technology: 1. Go to or scan the following QR Code.

  • Page 44: Self-Help Resources

    How to access? • https://www.lenovo.com/tips Troubleshooting and FAQ • https://forums.lenovo.com Accessibility information https://www.lenovo.com/accessibility • Use Lenovo recovery options. 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/ HowToCreateLenovoRecovery 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. • Use Windows recovery options. Reset or restore Windows 1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com...

  • Page 45: Windows Label

    In some cases, an earlier Windows version might be preinstalled under the terms of the Windows Pro edition license downgrade rights. 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.

  • Page 46: Lenovo Customer Support Center

    • 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 47: Purchase Additional Services

    • Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of programs For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that apply to your Lenovo hardware product, go to: •...
  • Page 48 E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 49: Appendix A. Compliance Information

    As such, it is recommended that users avoid prolonged direct contact with the bottom of the computer. Certification-related information Product name Compliance ID Machine type(s) 20Y7, 20YD, 20YE, and 20YF ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 • TP00116E • TP00116E0 • TP00116E1 • TP00116E2 •...

  • Page 50: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Supplier's Declaration Of Conformity

    Product name Machine types ThinkPad E14 Gen 3 20Y7, 20YD, 20YE, and 20YF ThinkPad E15 Gen 3 20YG, 20YH, 20YJ, and 20YK This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 51: Operating Environment

    Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 52 E14 Gen 3 / E15 Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 53: Appendix B. Notices And Trademarks

    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 54 Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. 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.

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