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L14 Gen 2 and L15 Gen 2
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Safety and Warranty Guide
Links to guides for safety and warranty.
Setup Guide
Guide for initial computer setup procedures.
Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
General safety and compliance information.
Chapter 1. Meet your computer
Front view
Identifies front components of the L14 Gen 2.
Side view (Intel models)
Details side connectors for Intel models.
AMD models side view
Details side connectors for AMD models.
Bottom view
Illustrates the bottom view of the computers.
Specifications
Provides a link for detailed computer specifications.
USB specifications
Notes variations in USB connector availability based on model.
Chapter 2. Get started with your computer
Access networks
Explains how to connect to wireless or wired networks.
Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)
Steps to connect to a cellular network using a nano-SIM card.
Turn on the Airplane mode
Instructions to enable or disable Airplane mode.
Use the keyboard shortcuts
Details special keys for efficient computer operation.
Use the TrackPoint pointing device
Explains how to use the TrackPoint for navigation and scrolling.
Disable the TrackPoint pointing device
Steps to disable the TrackPoint pointing device via settings.
Use the trackpad
Describes how to use the trackpad for pointing, clicking, and scrolling.
Use the touch screen (for selected models)
How to navigate using touch gestures on touch-enabled displays.
Connect to an external display
Connects computer to projectors or monitors for presentations.
Connect to a wireless display
Connects to wireless displays using Miracast.
Set the display mode
Selects display output modes (e.g., duplicate, extend).
Change display settings
Adjusts resolution, orientation, and primary/secondary displays.
Chapter 3. Explore your computer
Lenovo apps
Introduces Lenovo Vantage and Quick Clean apps.
Smart features (for selected models)
Features like Glance by Mirametrix for enhanced user experience.
Privacy features
Details Presence Detection, Privacy Alert, Guard, and Smart Display.
Productivity and wellness features
Covers Snap Window, Smart Pointer, Posture Check, and 20/20/20 Alert.
Intelligent Cooling
Manages fan noise and performance modes (Quiet, Balanced, Performance).
Manage power
Information on checking battery status and power plans.
Charge the computer
Instructions on charging the computer using AC power.
Change the power settings
How to reset power plans and power button functions.
Transfer data
Methods for sharing files via Bluetooth, NFC, or cards.
Set up an NFC connection (for selected models)
Steps to enable and use NFC for device connections.
Use a smart card or microSD card (for selected models)
Information on using smart card and microSD card slots.
Accessories
Overview of hardware accessories to expand computer functionality.
Docking station
Details different docking station models and their connectors.
Attach a docking station
Step-by-step guide to connecting a docking station.
Detach a docking station
Instructions for safely removing a docked computer.
Connect multiple external displays
How to connect multiple displays via a docking station.
Chapter 4. Secure your computer and information
Lock the computer
Secures computer using a security cable lock.
Log in with your fingerprint
Enroll and use fingerprint for computer login.
Log in with your face ID (for selected models)
Set up and use Windows Hello face recognition for login.
Protect data against power loss (for selected models)
Explains NVMe M.2 SSD PLP function for data protection.
UEFI BIOS passwords
How to set passwords in UEFI BIOS for enhanced security.
Password types
Details power-on, supervisor, and system management password types.
Hard disk passwords
Information on user and master hard disk passwords for data security.
Set, change, or remove a password
Steps to manage UEFI BIOS passwords.
Password recovery
Procedures for forgetting power-on, system management, or supervisor passwords.
Associate your fingerprints with passwords (for selected models)
Links fingerprints to power-on and hard disk passwords.
Chapter 5. Configure advanced settings
UEFI BIOS
Introduction to the UEFI BIOS and its functions.
Set the system date and time
Steps to set the system date and time in BIOS.
Change the startup sequence
Modifies the boot device order in BIOS.
Update UEFI BIOS
Guidance on updating the UEFI BIOS firmware.
Recovery options
Details Windows 10 recovery, system restore, and reset procedures.
Create and use a recovery USB device
Instructions for creating and utilizing a recovery USB drive.
Install Windows 10 and drivers
Guides for installing Windows 10 OS and necessary device drivers.
Install device drivers
How to download and install latest drivers for computer components.
Chapter 6. CRU replacement
CRU list
Lists Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) for upgrades or replacements.
Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery
Steps to disable Fast Startup and the internal battery before CRU replacement.
Base cover assembly
Procedure for removing and replacing the base cover assembly.
Memory module
Steps for accessing and replacing the memory module.
Wireless WAN card (for selected models)
Instructions for installing or replacing the wireless WAN card.
Hard disk drive assembly (for selected models)
Procedure for replacing the internal storage drive.
M.2 solid-state drive (for models with hard disk drive)
Steps to replace the M.2 SSD when a hard disk drive is present.
M.2 solid-state drive (for models without hard disk drive)
Procedure for replacing the M.2 SSD when no HDD is installed.
Keyboard
Instructions for removing and reinstalling the computer keyboard.
USB and audio board (for L14 Gen 2 only)
Procedure for replacing the USB and audio board on L14 Gen 2.
Chapter 7. Help and support
Frequently asked questions
Common questions and answers for troubleshooting issues.
Error messages
Lists common error messages and their solutions.
Beep errors
How to diagnose beep errors using smartphone technology.
Self-help resources
Links to Vantage app, support website, and Windows help.
Windows label
Information about Windows Genuine labels.
Call Lenovo
Information on contacting Lenovo Customer Support for assistance.
Lenovo Customer Support Center
Details on warranty services and support contact information.
Purchase additional services
Options to purchase extended warranty or additional support services.
Appendix A. Accessibility and ergonomic information
Accessibility features
Covers keyboard shortcuts, Ease of Access Center, and speech recognition.
Display and item size adjustments
How to adjust screen resolution and item size for readability.
Ergonomic information
Guidelines for maintaining good posture and workplace setup.
Appendix B. Compliance information
General Compliance Information
General compliance information and links to further details.
UltraConnect wireless antennas
Location of wireless antennas on the computer.
FCC Supplier's Declaration of Conformity
FCC compliance information for the products.
Operating environment
Specifies operating and storage temperature and humidity limits.
Regulatory labels
Information on finding government-required regulatory labels.
Appendix C. Notices and trademarks
Notices
Legal notices, warranty disclaimers, and copyright information.
Trademarks
Lists registered trademarks of Lenovo and other companies.

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