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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) Lenovo Slim 7 14ILL10 83MC • For further compliance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https:// pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices...
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Front view Figure 1. Front view of models with a non-touch screen Figure 2. Front view of models with a touch-enabled screen User Guide...
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Description Microphones IR LED IR camera Camera Camera light Screen Microphones 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.
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Left view Description HDMI connector Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector Charging light microSD card slot HDMI connector The HDMI connector is used to connect an external display device, such as a television, a projector, or a monitor. Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector ®...
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Table 2. Charging light statuses and descriptions Light status Plugged in? Battery charge level On, amber 1%–90% 91%–100% On, white microSD card slot The microSD card slot is used to insert a microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC memory card to transfer data between the memory card and your PC.
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Right view Description Camera switch Power light Power button Combo audio jack USB Standard-A connector (supports always-on) Camera switch This toggle switch is used to enable or disable the built-in camera. Note: This switch is designed for privacy protection. If you don't need to use the camera, slide the switch to the off position to prevent any apps from using the camera.
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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 PC...
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Bottom view Description Ventilation slots (intake) Novo button 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.
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Specifications Dimensions Width 317 mm Depth 221 mm Thickness • 13.9 mm (T2) • 15.9 mm (T4) 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...
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Connectors HDMI connector • Supported transmission mode: TMDS • Data lanes: 3 • Maximum data rate per lane: 6 Gbps Multi-purpose USB Type-C • Quantity: 2 connector • Maximum power output: 5 V, 3 A • Maximum power input: 20 V, 3.25 A •...
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Networking Wi-Fi standards • 802.11 a/b/g • 802.11n • 802.11ac wave 2 • Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) • Wi-Fi 6E • Wi-Fi 7 Note: Different Wi-Fi standards may operate on different frequency bands. In some countries or regions, certain frequency bands may be prohibited for unlicensed use or may require specific conditions.
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Step 1. Shut down your PC. Step 2. Connect the recovery drive to your PC. Step 3. Press the Novo button or the Lenovo Smart Key to open the Novo button menu. Step 4. Select Boot Menu. Step 5. Select the USB drive as the boot device.
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Use power efficiently As an electronic device, your PC requires electricity to operate. The Windows operating system provides advanced power management features for the devices included in your PC. You can take advantage of these features to use your PC in an energy-efficient manner. Shut down your PC When you have finished using your PC and do not plan to resume shortly, shut it down.
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Set up Internet access In your home or office, Internet access is typically provided through Wi-Fi-enabled networks. You can connect to such a network to access the Internet. The Windows operating system provides utilities that assist in searching, connecting to, and managing wireless networks within range. Step 1.
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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 ➙...
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You can then connect the display to the DisplayPort or HDMI connector on the docking station. Keyboard 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 •...
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Figure 3. 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.
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Note: Some models are equipped with displays that have a fixed refresh rate. For these models, the Fn + R key combination does not perform any function. The Fn + N key combination may not function on models sold in mainland China. You can view the device information in Lenovo PC Manager. Combination keys using the Windows logo key The Windows logo key is located in the lower-left corner of the keyboard.
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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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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.
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Smart Modes During your daily use of the PC, you may wish to enable specific settings to better meet your needs at the moment, but you may find certain setup processes to be complicated or even frustrating. Your PC provides a Smart Modes feature by categorizing the settings into several pre-defined modes for your convenience.
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Lena Chat Talk with the Vantage chatbot to resolve common device issues. Note: Besides the options listed above, you can also use the Lenovo Smart Care app on your phone to receive equivalent services for your PC. User Guide...
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Note: You should rarely need to use the setup program for your daily PC usage. To view device information, you can use the utilities provided by the operating system or applications provided by Lenovo (Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager). You can use the Novo button menu to temporarily change the order of boot devices.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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• 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, see “Warranty information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer.
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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.
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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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