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  • Page 1 User Guide Lenovo LOQ Essential (15″, 9)
  • Page 2 • Setup Guide First Edition (September 2024) © Copyright Lenovo 2024. 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

    ....Unique Lenovo apps ... . . What should I do if I spill liquid on the computer .
  • Page 4 Lenovo hotkeys ... . 33 Call Lenovo ....Before you contact Lenovo ..
  • Page 5: About This Guide

    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) LOQ 15IAX9E 83LK, 83ME LOQ 15IAX9E D1 • For further compliance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https:// pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices...
  • Page 6 User Guide...
  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    The microphones are the PC's built-in sound input devices. They capture your voice and ambient sound and convert them into digital form. Microphones are essential components when you use your PC for video conferencing or voice recording. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 8: Camera Shutter

    Camera shutter The camera shutter is a sliding cap that you can move to block the camera lens. Note: The camera shutter is designed for privacy protection. When the camera lens is blocked, the camera function is disabled. Camera The built-in camera captures visible light and converts it to digital signals. It is used for video recordings and video conferencing.
  • Page 9: Base

    Base Description Power light Power button Keyboard Touchpad Antennas 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. Table 2. Power light status and description Light status Power state Solid on...
  • Page 10: Keyboard

    Related topics “Hotkeys” on page 14 Appendix A “Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys” on page 33 Touchpad The touchpad is the PC's built-in pointing device, which provides the basic functionality of an external mouse.
  • Page 11: Left

    Left Description Power connector Charging light Ethernet connector ™ HDMI connector USB Standard-A connector ® USB Type-C connector Combo audio jack Power connector Use this connector and the included ac power adapter to connect your PC to an electrical outlet. Charging light The charging light indicates whether the PC is plugged into an electrical outlet.
  • Page 12: Usb Type-C Connector

    USB Type-C connector This USB Type-C connector is used to connect storage or peripheral devices that follow the USB specifications for data transfer and device interconnection. ™ Note: This USB Type-C connector does not support DisplayPort Alt Mode and cannot be used to connect external display devices.
  • Page 13: Right

    Right Description SD card slot USB Standard-A connector SD card slot The SD card slot is used to insert an SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory card to transfer data between the memory card and your PC. USB Standard-A connector The USB Standard-A connector is used to connect storage or peripheral devices that follow the USB specification for data transfer and device interconnection.
  • Page 14: Bottom

    Bottom Description Air vents (intake) Speakers Air vents (intake) The air vents allow air to be sucked inside of the PC to cool the internal components. 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.
  • Page 15: Features And Specifications

    Features and specifications Dimensions Width 359.30 mm (14.1 inches) Depth 236 mm (9.3 inches) Thickness • Thinnest: 19.90 mm (0.8 inches) • Thickest: 22.95 mm (0.9 inches) ac power adapter Plug type Rectangular connector Input 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz 20 V dc, 6.75 A Output Power...
  • Page 16 Keyboard Backlight color White* Shortcut keys • Function keys • Hotkeys Modifier keys • Alt key • Ctrl key • Shift key • Windows key • Fn key Special keys or key group Numeric keypad Connectors and slots Power connector Input: •...
  • Page 17: Statement On Usb Transfer Rate

    Security Manual shutter Camera shutter Trusted Platform Module Firmware Trusted Platform Module (fTPM) UEFI/BIOS passwords • Administrator password • User password • Master hard disk password • User hard disk password Network Ethernet 1 Gbps Wi-Fi • 802.11 a/b/g • 802.11n •...
  • Page 18: Avoid Constant Body Contact With Specific Hot Sections

    Relative humidity • Operating: 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F) • Storage: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F) 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.
  • Page 19: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    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 © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 20: Unique Lenovo Apps

    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.
  • Page 21 Figure 2. Locations of the FnLock 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.
  • Page 22: The Copilot Key

    Primary function 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.
  • Page 23: Protect Your Privacy Using The Camera Shutter

    Fn + N Shows device information. Numeric keypad Some Lenovo computers include a dedicated numeric keypad on the far right of the keyboard. The keypad is used for entering numbers and operators quickly. Chapter 2 Get started with your computer...
  • Page 24: Adjust Color Temperature

    Step 3. Move the slider to adjust the color temperature. Note: Selected Lenovo PCs are low blue-light certified. These PCs undergo testing with the night light turned on and the color temperature value set at 48 or above. Turn on night light The night light feature in Windows 11 enables users to switch to warmer color tones, reducing blue light emission to alleviate eye strain or fatigue.
  • Page 25: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    Chapter 3. Explore your computer Intelligent features Your computer may be pre-installed with Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager, but not both. Most features described here can be enabled or disabled in one of these apps. Other features may be enabled in a standalone app.
  • Page 26: Manage Power

    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. Manage power Use the information in this section to achieve the best balance between performance and power efficiency.
  • Page 27: Set Power Button Behavior

    10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F). Note: You can check the battery temperature in Lenovo Vantage. To maximize the life of the battery, once the battery is fully charged, it must discharge to 94% or lower before it will be allowed to recharge again.
  • Page 28: System Operation Modes

    • The tasks running on your computer You can switch the operation mode in the pre-installed app Lenovo Vantage. As a shortcut, you can also use the key combination Fn + Q. The following table lists the available operation modes on your computer and the recommended conditions for each mode.
  • Page 29: What Is Uefi/Bios Setup Utility

    Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer. Step 2. Before the Lenovo logo appears on the screen, press F2 repeatedly. Step 3. Select UEFI/BIOS Setup. Change hotkey mode Step 1.
  • Page 30: Set Administrator Password

    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.
  • Page 31: Enable Power-On 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.
  • Page 32 To change the user hard disk password, select Change User Password and press Enter. Note: The user hard disk password cannot be removed separately. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes. Step 4. User Guide...
  • Page 33: Chapter 4. Help And Support

    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.
  • Page 34: Self-Help Resources

    • Setup Guide 3. Select Guides & Manuals and filter out the • This User Guide documentation you want. • Regulatory Notice Lenovo Support Web site with the latest support information on the following: • Drivers and software • Diagnostic solutions Visit https://support.lenovo.com...
  • Page 35: What Is A Cru

    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 a return is required: (1) return instructions, a prepaid shipping label, and a container will be included with the replacement CRU;...
  • Page 36: Call Lenovo

    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 •...
  • Page 37: Purchase Additional Services

    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. Chapter 4 Help and support...
  • Page 38 User Guide...
  • Page 39: Appendix A. Function Descriptions For Lenovo Hotkeys

    Appendix A. Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys Hotkey functions are denoted by the icons printed on the keys. The following table describes the functions of all Lenovo hotkeys. The keyboard of your Lenovo computer should only support a subset of the listed hotkeys.
  • Page 40 Table 8. 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) Turns on/off the Eye Care mode.
  • Page 41: 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 42 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. Lenovo may update this document at any time without notice.

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