Lenovo 14SIML 2020, Ideapad 3, 15SARE 2020, 15SIIL 2020, 15SIML 2020 User Manual

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User Guide

IdeaPad 3 (14", 05), IdeaPad 3 (15", 05), and IdeaPad 3 (17", 05)

IdeaPad Slim 3 (14", 05), IdeaPad Slim 3 (15", 05), and IdeaPad Slim 3 (17", 05)

Read this first

Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the following:

• Appendix A “Important safety information” on page 29

• Safety and Warranty Guide

• Setup Guide

First Edition (January 2020)

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. GS35F-05925.

Contents

About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii

Chapter 1. Meet your computer. . . . . 1

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . . 9

Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . 10

Chapter 2. Get started with your

computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Get started with Windows 10 . . . . . . . . . 11

Windows account . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Windows desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo PC Manager . . . . 14

Connect to Wi-Fi networks . . . . . . . . . . 14

Forget a Wi-Fi network . . . . . . . . . . 14

Turn airplane mode on and off . . . . . . . 14

The Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Open the Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . 15

Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 15

Keyboard hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 17

Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 17

Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Check the battery temperature . . . . . . . 17

Set power button behavior. . . . . . . . . 17

Change or create a power plan . . . . . . . 17

Change settings in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . 18

What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . 18

Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 18

Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 18

Change hotkey mode. . . . . . . . . . . 18

Enable or disable always-on . . . . . . . . 18

Set passwords in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . 18

Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Set administrator password . . . . . . . . 19

Change or remove administrator password . . 19

Set user password . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Enable power-on password . . . . . . . . 20

Set hard disk password . . . . . . . . . . 20

Change or remove hard disk password . . . . 20

Reset or restore Windows . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Windows 10 recovery options . . . . . . . 21

Windows System Restore . . . . . . . . . 21

Reset Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Create a recovery drive . . . . . . . . . . 22

Use a recovery drive to restore or reset

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Chapter 4. Help and support . . . . . 25

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 25

Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 27

Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 27

Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 28

Appendix A. Important safety

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Appendix B. Accessibility and

ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 41

Appendix C. Compliance

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Appendix D. Notices and

trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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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

IdeaPad 3 14ADA05 81W0

IdeaPad

IdeaPad 3 17ARE05 81W5

IdeaPad

IdeaPad 15sARE 2020

IdeaPad

3 14ARE05 81W3

3 14IGL05 81WH

3 14IIL05 81WD

3 14IML05 81WA

3 15ADA05

3 15ARE05

3 15IGL05 81WQ

3 15IIL05 81WE

3 15IML05

3 17ADA05 81W2

3 17IML05

14sARE 2020 82CB

14sIIL 2020 81WD

14sIML 2020 81WA

15sIIL 2020 81WE

15sIML 2020 81WB

Machine type (MT)

81W1

82BQ

81W4

82BR

81WB

81WR

81WC

82CC

• This guide may contain information about accessories, features, and software that are not available on all

models.

• This guide contains instructions that are based on the Windows 10 operating system. These instructions

are not applicable if you install and use other operating systems.

• Microsoft

makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update. As a result, the operating system related instructions may become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources for the latest information.

• The content of the guide is subject to change without notice. To obtain the latest version, go to

support.lenovo.com

https://

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Chapter 1. Meet your computer

Front

1. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.

2. Camera

3. Camera cover slider

4. Camera light

5. Wireless antennas

6. Screen

Capture still and moving images for taking photos, recording videos, and video chatting.

Move the slider to cover or uncover the camera lens.

Note: The camera cover helps you better protect your privacy.

If the light is on, the camera is in use. If there is a red light in the middle, the camera is covered.

Send and receive radio waves for the built-in wireless LAN (local area network) and Bluetooth module. Note: The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.

Display text, graphics, and videos.

Top

14-inch models

1. Ventilation slots Dissipate heat.

2. Power button/Fingerprint reader*

3. Power button/Fingerprint reader* light The light shows power status of the computer.

4. Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs.

5. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.

Table 1. Indication of the Power/Fingerprint reader* light

Light status Computer Fingerprint reader

Solid white Turn on /

Blinking slowly in white In sleep mode /

Off Turn off or in hibernation mode /

Blinking amber / Launching

Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer in sleep mode. Fingerprint reader* is available on power button. Enroll and read your fingerprint for user authentication.

Note: It is positioned in the center of the button for devices without fingerprint reader.

Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and function keys for changing settings and performing tasks quickly.

Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch function.

* for selected models

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15-inch models and 17-inch models

1. Ventilation slots Dissipate heat.

2. Power button/Fingerprint reader*

3. Power button/Fingerprint reader* light The light shows power status of the computer.

4. Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs.

5. Numeric keypad To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key.

6. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.

Table 2. Indication of the Power/Fingerprint reader* light

Light status Computer Fingerprint reader

Solid white Turn on /

Blinking slowly in white In sleep mode /

Off Turn off or in hibernation mode /

Blinking amber / Launching

Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer in sleep mode. Fingerprint reader* is available on power button. Enroll and read your fingerprint for user authentication.

Note: It is positioned in the center of the button for devices without fingerprint reader.

Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and function keys for changing settings and performing tasks quickly.

Note: If the Num Lock key light is on, the numeric keypad is in use.

Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch function.

* for selected models

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Left

1. Power connector

2. Charging light

3. HDMI

4. USB 2.0 connector Connect USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB

5. USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connectors (2) Connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, a USB

6. Power light

™ connector Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such

Connect to power with the included power cord and ac power adapter.

Indicate whether the computer is connected to ac power.

• Solid white: connected to ac power; battery capacity 91%–100%

• Solid amber: connected to ac power; battery capacity 1%–90%

• Off: not connected to ac power

as an HDTV.

mouse, USB storage device, or USB printer.

mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB printer.

• On: the computer is turned on.

• Off: the computer is turned off or in hibernation mode.

• Blinking: the computer is in sleep mode.

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Right

1. Combo audio jack Connect headphones or headsets with a 3.5-mm (0.14-inch), 4-pole plug.

Note: This jack does not support standalone external microphones. If you use headsets, choose one with a single plug.

2. Novo button hole Press the Novo button to open the Novo Button menu. From the menu, you can choose to open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility, the Boot menu, or the Windows startup options screen.

3. SD card slot Insert an SD card or a MultiMediaCard (MMC) into the slot for data transfer or storage.

Chapter 1. Meet your computer 5

Bottom

14-inch models and 15-inch models

1. Speakers Produce sound.

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17-inch models

1. Speakers

Produce sound.

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Features and specifications

14-inch models 15-inch models 17-inch models

Dimensions

ac power adapter

Battery pack

Microprocessor

• Width:

• Depth: 241 mm (9.49 inches)

• Thickness: 19.9 mm (0.78

• Input: 100 V ac-240 V ac, 50 Hz-60 Hz

• Output: 20 V dc, 2.25 A/3.25 A

• Power: 45 W/65 W

• IGL models:

• IIL models:

• IML,

To System.

327.1 mm (12.88

inches)

– Capacity: 30/35 Wh – Number of cells: 2

– Capacity: 45 Wh – Number of cells: 3

ARE, and ADA models:

– Capacity: 30/35 Wh – Number of cells: 2

– Capacity: 42/45 Wh – Number of cells: 3

– Capacity: 56 Wh – Number of cells: 4

view the microprocessor information of your computer, right-click the Start button and then click

• Width: 362.2 mm (14.26 inches)

• Depth: 253.4 mm (9.98 inches)

• Thickness: 19.9 mm (0.78 inches)

• IGL models:

– Capacity: 30/35 Wh – Number of cells: 2

• IIL models:

– Capacity: 30/35 Wh – Number of cells: 2

– Capacity: 45 Wh – Number of cells: 3

• IML,

ARE, and ADA models:

– Capacity: 30/35 Wh – Number of cells: 2

– Capacity: 42/45 Wh – Number of cells: 3

– Capacity: 56 Wh – Number of cells: 4

• Width: 402 mm (15.83 inches)

• Depth: 281.25 mm (11.07 inches)

• Thickness: 19.9 mm (0.78 inches)

• IML, ARE, and ADA models:

– Capacity: 30/35 Wh – Number of cells: 2

– Capacity: 42/45 Wh – Number of cells: 3

– Capacity: 56 Wh – Number of cells: 4

Memory

Secondary storage device

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• Type:

• Number of slots: 1*

• Type: Hard disk drive

• Form factor: 2.5-inch 7 mm

• Bus: Serial ATA

• Type: Solid-state drive

• Form factor: M.2

• Bus: PCI Express

• Type: Intel Optane*

• Form factor: M.2

• Bus: PCI Express

On board memory module and Double data rate 4 (DDR4) dual in-line memory module (DIMM)*

14-inch models 15-inch models 17-inch models

Screen

Keyboard

Connectors and slots

Security features

• Size: 355.6 mm (14.0 inches)

• Display resolution:

– 1920 x 1080 pixels (FHD

model)

– 1366 x 768 pixels (HD

model)

• Function keys

• Hotkeys

• Combo audio jack

• USB 2.0 connector

• USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector x 2

• HDMI connector

• SD card slot

• Fingerprint reader*

• UEFI/BIOS passwords

– Administrator password – User password – Master hard disk password – User hard disk password

• Size: 396.2 mm (15.6 inches)

• Display resolution:

• Function keys

• Hotkeys

• Numeric keypad

– 1920 x 1080 pixels (FHD

model)

– 1366 x 768 pixels (HD

model)

• Size: 431.8 mm (17.0 inches)

• Display resolution:

– 1920 x 1080 pixels (FHD

model)

– 1600 x 900 pixels (HD+

model)

• Function keys

• Hotkeys

• Numeric keypad

Wireless features

• Bluetooth

• Wireless LAN

* for selected models

Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a specific test environment. Capacities measured in other environments may differ but are no lower than the rated capacity (see product label).

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.

USB device Data rate (Gbit/s)

3.2 Gen 1

Gen 2

3.2

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Operating environment

Maximum altitude (without pressurization)

3048 m (10000 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)

– Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition: 31.3°C (88°F)

Note: When you charge the battery, its temperature must be no lower than 10°C (50°F).

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)

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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer

Get started with Windows 10

Learn the basics of Windows 10 and start working with it right away. For more information about Windows 10, see the Windows help information.

Windows account

You must create at least one account to use the Windows operating system. It can be either a local account or a Microsoft account.

Local accounts

A local account is created on a particular Windows-enabled device and it can only be used on that device. It is recommended that you set a password for each local account to prevent unauthorized access to the device.

Microsoft accounts

A Microsoft account is a user account that you use to sign in to Microsoft software and services. If you use Microsoft services like OneDrive, Outlook.com, Xbox Live, Office 365, and Skype, you might already have one. If you don't have it, you can create one for free.

There are two main benefits of using a Microsoft account:

• Sign in only once. If you use a Microsoft account to sign in to Windows 10, you don’t need to sign in again to use OneDrive, Skype, Outlook.com, and other Microsoft services.

• Settings can be synced. If you use your Microsoft account to sign in to multiple Windows-enabled devices, certain Windows settings can be synced among the devices.

Switch between a local and a Microsoft account

If you are using a local account to sign in to Windows 10, you can switch to use a Microsoft account instead.

Step 1. Open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts. Step 2. Select Sign in with a Microsoft account instead. Step 3. If you already have a Microsoft account, enter the account name and password to sign in.

Otherwise, select Create one to create a new Microsoft account.

Note: The device must have Internet access the first time you use a Microsoft account on that device.

If you want to switch back to use a local account, open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts ➙

Add additional user accounts

Your user account must be of the “Administrator” type to add additional user accounts to Windows.

Add additional user accounts if you need to share your computer with family members or other users.

Step 1. Open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Family & other users. Step 2. Select Add someone else to this PC.

Note: To add family members, you need to sign in with a Microsoft account.

Step 3. Set the user name and password for the user account.

Enroll your fingerprint

If your computer includes a fingerprint reader, you can enroll your fingerprint for Windows sign-in.

Step 1. Open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Sign-in options.

Note: If you are using a local account, the account must be password protected. Otherwise, you

cannot enroll fingerprints. Step 2. Select Windows Hello Fingerprint ➙ Set up ➙ Get started. Step 3. Follow on-screen instructions to complete the enrollment. Create a PIN when prompted, in case

your fingerprint cannot be recognized at Windows sign-in.

Note: You can enroll more than one fingerprint.

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Windows desktop

1. Account

2. Documents

3. Pictures

4. Settings

5. Power

6. Start button

7. Windows Search

8. Task View

9. Windows notification area

10. Battery status icon

11. Network icon

12. Action center

Change account settings, lock the computer, or sign out of the current account.

Open the Documents folder, a default folder to save your received files.

Open the Pictures folder, a default folder to save your received pictures.

Open Settings.

Shut down, restart, or put the computer into sleep mode.

Open the Start menu.

Enter what you are looking for in the search box and get search results from your computer and the Web.

Display all opened apps and switch between them.

Display notifications and status of some features.

Display power status and change battery or power settings.

Connect to an available wireless network and display the network status.

Display the latest notifications from apps and provide quick access to some features.

Open the Start menu

• Click the Start button.

• Press the Windows logo key on the keyboard.

Open Control Panel

• Open the Start menu and select Windows System ➙ Control Panel.

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• Use Windows Search.

Open an app

• Open the Start menu and select the app you want to open.

• Use Windows Search.

Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo PC Manager

Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo PC Manager is software developed by Lenovo. Using the software, you can:

• View product information

• View warranty and support information

• Run hardware scan and diagnose problems

• Change hardware settings

• Update Windows, drivers, and UEFI/BIOS

Lenovo Vantage or PC Manager may be pre-installed on your computer. To open it, enter the software name in Windows Search and select the matched result.

Note: If Lenovo Vantage is not pre-installed, you can download it from Microsoft Store.

Connect to Wi-Fi networks

If your computer includes a wireless adapter, you can connect your computer to Wi-Fi networks.

Step 1. Click the network icon in the Windows notification area. A list of nearby networks is displayed.

Note: If no network is displayed, check to ensure that the airplane mode is not turned on. Step 2. Select a network and click Connect. Provide security key if prompted.

Note: The network key is usually managed by the network administrator.

Forget a Wi-Fi network

Windows saves a list of Wi-Fi networks you have connected to, along with their passwords and other settings. By doing this, your computer is automatically connected when it is in the range of a previously connected network. However, if the network password has been changed, you need to forget the network in order to enter a new password.

Step 1. Select Start ➙ Settings ➙ Network & Internet ➙ Wi-Fi. Step 2. Click Manage known networks. Step 3. Click the network name and click Forget.

Turn airplane mode on and off

Airplane mode is a convenient setting to turn all wireless communications of your computer on and off. You may need to turn it on when boarding an airplane.

Step 1. Click the action center icon in the Windows notification area. Step 2. Click the Airplane mode icon to turn it on or off.

Note: Click Expand if you cannot find the airplane mode icon.

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