Lenovo 20RD0015UK User Manual

E14/R14/E15/S3 Gen 2 User Guide

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 59

• Safety and Warranty Guide

• Setup Guide

First Edition (September 2019)

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 documentation . . . . . . . . iii

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

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

Base (E14/R14/S3 Gen 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Base (E15) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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

Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . . 8

Chapter 2. Get started with your

computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Get started with Windows 10 . . . . . . . . . . 9

Windows account . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Windows user interface . . . . . . . . . . 10

Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connect to networks. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connect to the wired Ethernet . . . . . . . 11

Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . 11

Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device. . . . 12

Use Lenovo Vantage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 13

Use the keyboard shortcuts . . . . . . . . 14

Use the TrackPoint pointing device . . . . . 16

Use the trackpad . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Use multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Use audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Use the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 20

Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 23

Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 23

Charge the computer . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Check the battery temperature . . . . . . . 24

Maximize the battery life . . . . . . . . . 24

Set power button behaviors . . . . . . . . 24

Set the power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Purchase options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Chapter 4. Secure your computer

and information . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Use passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Set, change, and remove a password . . . . 28

Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models) . . 29

Use firewalls and antivirus programs. . . . . . . 30

Chapter 5. Configure advanced

settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

What is UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. . . . . . . . . 31

Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface . . . . . 31

Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 31

Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 32

Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Recovery information . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Restore system files and settings to an earlier

point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Restore your files from a backup . . . . . . 32

Reset your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Use advanced options . . . . . . . . . . 33

Windows automatic recovery. . . . . . . . 33

Create and use a recovery USB device . . . . 33

Install Windows 10 and drivers . . . . . . . . . 34

Chapter 6. CRU replacement . . . . . 37

What are CRUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery. . . . 37

Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Base cover assembly . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Internal storage drive . . . . . . . . . . . 42

M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Speaker assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Chapter 7. Help and support . . . . . 53

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 53

Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 57

Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 57

Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 58

Appendix A. Important safety

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Appendix B. Accessibility and

ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 73

Appendix C. Compliance

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Appendix D. Notices and

trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

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About this documentation

• Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.

• Depending on the model, some optional accessories, features, and software programs might not be available on your computer.

• Depending on the version of operating systems, some user interface instructions might not be applicable to your computer.

• Documentation content is subject to change without notice. Lenovo makes constant improvements on the documentation of your computer, including this User Guide. To get the latest documentation, go to

support.lenovo.com

• Microsoft

makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update.

As a result, some information in this documentation might become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources for the latest information.

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Chapter 1. Meet your computer

Front

1. Microphones Capture or record sound.

Take pictures or record videos by clicking Camera from the Start menu. The indicator next to the camera is on when the camera is in use.

2. Camera

3. ThinkShutter*

4. Screen

If you use other apps that support photographing, video chatting, and video conference, the camera starts automatically when you enable the camerarequired feature from the app.

Slide ThinkShutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.

User the full high definition (FHD) display to enhance your visual experience when you watch movies, browse the Web, and so on.

Base (E14/R14/S3 Gen 2)

Use as power button

Press to turn on the computer or put the computer to sleep mode.

1. Power button/fingerprint reader

2. Speakers

3. Trackpad

To turn off the computer, open the Start menu, click Shut down.

The indicator shows the status of the system:

• White, blinking for three times: The computer is initially connected to power.

• White, solid on: The computer is on.

• Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode.

• White, blinking rapidly: The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode.

• White, blinking slowly: The computer is in sleep mode.

Use as fingerprint reader*

Log in to your computer with enrolled fingerprints if your computer supports fingerprint reader. See “Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models)” on page

29.

The indicator shows the status of the fingerprint reader:

• Green, blinking for two seconds, then turn solid on: The computer is ready for fingerprint scan.

• White, solid on: The scan is successful.

Enable you to experience high-quality sound.

Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse. See “Use the trackpad” on page 17.

Power, and then select

4. TrackPoint

pointing device

* for selected models

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Perform all the functions of a traditional mouse. See “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 16.

Base (E15)

Use as power button

Press to turn on the computer or put the computer to sleep mode.

To turn off the computer, open the Start menu, click Shut down.

The indicator shows the status of the system:

• White, blinking for three times: The computer is initially connected to power.

• White, solid on: The computer is on.

• Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode.

1. Power button/fingerprint reader

2. Numeric keypad Quickly input numbers.

3. Speakers Enable you to experience high-quality sound.

• White, blinking rapidly: The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode.

• White, blinking slowly: The computer is in sleep mode.

Use as fingerprint reader*

Log in to your computer with enrolled fingerprints if your computer supports fingerprint reader. See “Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models)” on page

29.

The indicator shows the status of the fingerprint reader:

• Green, blinking for two seconds, then turn solid on: The computer is ready

for fingerprint scan.

• White, solid on: The scan is successful.

Power, and then select

4. Trackpad

5. TrackPoint

pointing device

* for selected models

Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse. See “Use the trackpad” on page 17.

Perform all the functions of a traditional mouse. See “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 16.

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Left

1. USB-C™ connector (USB 3.1 Gen 1)

• Charge your computer.

• Charge USB-C compatible devices with the output voltage and current of 5 V and 3 A.

• Transfer data at USB 3.1 speed, up to 5 Gbps.

• Connect to an external display:

– USB-C to VGA: 1920 x 1080 pixels, 60 Hz – USB-C to DP: 3840 x 2160 pixels, 60 Hz

• Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your computer functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to

• Supply power to another computer using P-to-P (Peer to Peer) 2.0 charging function. See “Use P-to-P 2.0 charging function” on page 23.

Note: When the battery power is below 10%, the connected USB-C accessories might not work correctly.

https://www.lenovo.com/accessories.

2. Always On USB 3.1 connector Gen 1

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With the Always On USB feature enabled, the Always On USB 3.1 connector Gen 1 can charge a USB-compatible device when the computer is on, off, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode.

Notes:

• By default, Always On USB is enabled and Charge in Battery Mode is disabled in UEFI BIOS.

• When the computer is off or in hibernation mode, and Charge in Battery Mode is disabled in UEFI BIOS, ensure that you have connected the computer to ac power.

To enable the Always On USB feature:

1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. See “Enter the UEFI BIOS menu” on page 31.

2. Click Config ➙ USB ➙ Always On USB to enable the Always On USB feature.

3. USB 3.1 connector Gen 1 Connect USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB storage device, or USB printer.

4. HDMI™ connector

5. Audio connector

The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector is a digital audio and video interface. It enables you to connect your computer to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such as a DVD player or an HDTV.

• Connect headphones with a 3.5-mm (0.14-inch) and 4-pole plug to listen to the

sound from the computer.

• Connect a headset with a 3.5-mm (0.14-inch) and 4-pole plug to listen to the

sound from the computer or talk with others.

Note: This connector does not support standalone external microphones.

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Right

1. USB 2.0 connector

2. Ethernet connector

3. Security-lock slot

Connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB storage device, or USB printer.

Connect to a local area network (LAN).

Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible security cable lock. See “Lock the computer” on page 27.

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Features and specifications

E14/R14/S3 Gen 2:

• Width: 325.3 mm (12.80 inches)

• Depth: 232.8 mm (9.17 inches)

• Thickness: 18.8 mm to 21.4 mm (0.74 inches to 0.84 inches)

Dimensions

E15:

• Width: 368 mm (14.49 inches)

• Depth: 245 mm (9.65 inches)

• Thickness: 19.75 mm (0.78 inches)

Maximum heat output

(depending on the model)

Power source (ac power adapter)

Microprocessor

Memory Single data rate 4 (DDR4)

Storage device

Display

Keyboard

• 45 W (154 Btu/hr)

• 65 W (222 Btu/hr)

• Sine-wave input at 50 Hz to 60 Hz

• Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 V to 240 V ac, 50 Hz to 60 Hz

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

• 2.5-inch form factor, 7-mm (0.28-inch) height storage drive

• M.2 solid-state drive

• Intel

• Brightness control

• Color display with In-Plane Switching (IPS) or Twisted Nematic (TN) technology

• Display size:

• Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels

• Function keys

• Numeric keypad (E15 only)

• Six-row keyboard or six-row keyboard with backlight

• Trackpad

• TrackPoint pointing device

Optane™ memory*

– E14/R14/S3 Gen 2: 355.6 mm (14 inches) – E15: 396.24 mm (15.6 inches)

Connectors and slots

• Audio connector

• Ethernet connector

• Two USB 3.1 connectors Gen 1 (including one Always On USB 3.1 connector

Gen 1)

• USB 2.0 connector

• HDMI connector

• USB-C connector (USB 3.1 Gen 1)

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Security features

• Fingerprint reader*

• ThinkShutter*

• Password

• Security-lock slot

• Trusted Platform Module (TPM)*

Wireless features

Others

• Bluetooth

• Wireless LAN

• Camera

• Microphones

* for selected models

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)

3.1 Gen 1

3.1 Gen 2

3.2 20

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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

To use the Windows operating system, a user account is required. It can either be a Windows user account or a Microsoft account.

Windows user account

When you start Windows for the first time, you are prompted to create a Windows user account. This first account you created is of the “Administrator” type. With an Administrator account, you can create additional user accounts or change account types by doing the following:

1. Open the Start menu and select Settings ➙ Accounts ➙ Family & other users.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Microsoft account

You can also log in to the Windows operating system with a Microsoft account.

To create a Microsoft account, go to the Microsoft sign-up page at screen instructions.

With a Microsoft account, you can:

• Enjoy one-time signing in if you are using other Microsoft services, such as OneDrive, Skype, and Outlook. com.

• Sync personalized settings across other Windows-based devices.

https://signup.live.com and follow the on-

Windows user interface

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 from 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.

Launch Settings.

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

Open the Start menu.

Type 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 among them.

Display notifications and status of some features.

Display power status and change battery or power settings. When your computer is not connected to ac power, the icon changes to

Connect to an available wireless network and display the network status. When connected to a wired network, the icon changes to

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.

Access Control Panel

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

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• Use Windows Search.

Launch an app

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

• Use Windows Search.

Windows label

Your computer might have a Windows 10 Genuine Microsoft label affixed to its cover depending on the following factors:

• Your geographic location

• Edition of Windows 10 that is preinstalled

Go to

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/howtotell/Hardware.aspx for illustrations of the various types of

Genuine Microsoft labels.

• In the People’s Republic of China, the Genuine Microsoft label is required on all computer models preinstalled with any version of Windows 10.

• In other countries and regions, the Genuine Microsoft label is required only on computer models licensed for Windows 10 Pro.

The absence of a Genuine Microsoft label does not indicate that the preinstalled Windows version is not genuine. For details on how to tell whether your preinstalled Windows product is genuine, refer to the information provided by Microsoft at

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/howtotell/default.aspx.

There are no external, visual indicators of the Product ID or Windows version for which the computer is licensed. Instead, the Product ID is recorded in the computer firmware. Whenever a Windows 10 product is installed, the installation program checks the computer firmware for a valid, matching Product ID to complete the activation.

In some cases, an earlier Windows version might be preinstalled under the terms of the Windows 10 Pro license downgrade rights.

Connect to networks

Your computer helps you connect to the world through a wired or wireless network.

Connect to the wired Ethernet

Connect your computer to a local network through the Ethernet connector on your computer with an Ethernet cable.

Note: If the computer is connected to a supported docking station or dock, use the Ethernet connector on the docking station or dock instead of the one on the computer.

Connect to Wi-Fi networks

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

2. Select a network to connect to. Provide required information if needed.

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Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device

You can connect all types of Bluetooth-enabled device to your computer, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a smartphone, or speakers. The devices must be within a short distance, usually 10 meters (33 feet), from the computer.

1. Turn on Bluetooth on the computer.

• Press

• Open the Start menu, and then click Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Bluetooth & other devices. Turn on the Bluetooth switch.

2. Click Add Bluetooth or other device ➙ Bluetooth.

3. Select a Bluetooth device, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Your Bluetooth-enabled device and computer will automatically connect the next time if the two devices are in range of each other with Bluetooth turned on. You can use Bluetooth for data transfer or remote control and communication.

or .

Use Lenovo Vantage

The preinstalled Lenovo Vantage is a customized one-stop solution to help you maintain your computer with automated updates and fixes, configure hardware settings, and get personalized support.

Access Lenovo Vantage

Open the Start menu and click Lenovo Vantage. You also can type Lenovo Vantage in the search box.

To download the latest version of Lenovo Vantage, go to Microsoft Store and search by the app name.

Key features

Lenovo Vantage makes periodic updates of the features to keep improving your experience with your computer.

Note: The available features vary depending on the computer model.

• System Update Download and install firmware and driver updates to keep your computer up-to-date. You can configure

the options to install updates automatically when available.

• Hardware Settings Configure intelligent settings of the following hardware to make your computer smarter to use:

– Always On USB – Battery – Camera – Computer display – Keyboard – Microphone

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– Speakers – Trackpad – TrackPoint

• Health & Support Monitor your computer health and get personalized support of your computer. You can:

– Scan the computer hardware and diagnose hardware problems. – Look up computer warranty status (online). – Access User Guide. – Read tips and tricks articles customized for your computer.

• Lenovo Wi-Fi Security Protect your computer from malicious Wi-Fi networks.

Interact with your computer

Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen.

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Use the keyboard shortcuts

The special keys on the keyboard help you work more easily and effectively.

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Open the Start menu.

1. Windows logo key

2. Caps Lock key

3. F1–F12 function keys

4. Numeric keypad Input numbers quickly when the Numeric Lock indicator is on.

For information about using this key with other keys, see the Windows help information.

Switch the letter case between the upper case and lower case.

When the key indicator is on, you can type uppercase letters.

Invoke the special function printed as an icon on each key or standard function.

To choose whether to invoke the special function or standard function:

1. Go to Control Panel and view by Large icons or Small icons.

2. Click Keyboard or Lenovo - Keyboard Manager and select the option of your preference.

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Switch the function of the F1–F12 keys between the standard function and special function printed as an icon on each key.

When the Fn Lock indicator is on:

• Press F1-F12 to use the standard function.

• Press Fn+F1-F12 to use the special function.

When the Fn Lock indicator is off:

• Press Fn+F1-F12 to use the standard function.

• Press F1-F12 to use the special function.

Mute or unmute the speakers.

When the key indicator is on, the speakers are muted.

If you mute the speakers and turn off your computer, the speakers remain muted when you turn on your computer.

Decrease the speaker volume.

Increase the speaker volume.

Mute or unmute the microphones.

When the key indicator is on, the microphones are muted.

(for E15 only)

Darken the computer display.

Brighten the computer display.

Manage external displays.

Enable or disable the built-in wireless features.

Open the Settings window.

Enable or disable the built-in Bluetooth features.

Open a keyboard setting page.

Invoke the function defined by yourself:

1. Open the Start menu and click Lenovo Vantage.

2. Click Hardware Settings and then click Input.

3. Locate the Keyboard: User-defined Key section and follow the on-screen

instructions to complete the setting.

On this setting page, you can also define different functions for the key combinations with F12, such as Shift+F12, Alt+F12, or Ctrl+F12.

Open the calculator.

Put your computer to sleep mode.

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Open the Snipping Tool program.

Fn+Spacebar

Fn+B

Fn+K

Fn+P

Fn+S

Fn+4

Fn+Left arrow key Equal the Home key.

Fn+Right arrow key Equal the End key.

Switch between different keyboard backlight statuses if your computer supports keyboard backlight.

Equal the Break key on a conventional external keyboard.

Equal the ScrLK or Scroll Lock key on a conventional external keyboard.

Equal the Pause key on a conventional external keyboard.

Equal the SysRq key on a conventional external keyboard.

Put the computer to sleep mode. To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button.

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

1. Pointing stick

Use your index finger or middle finger to apply pressure to the pointing-stick nonslip cap in any direction parallel to the keyboard. The pointer on the screen moves accordingly but the pointing stick itself does not move. The higher the pressure applied, the faster the pointer moves.

2. Left-click button

Press to select or open an item.

3. Right-click button

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Press to display a shortcut menu.

4. Middle button

Press and hold the dotted middle button while applying pressure to the pointing stick in the vertical or horizontal direction. Then, you can scroll through the document, Web site, or apps.

Disable the TrackPoint pointing device

The TrackPoint pointing device is active by default. To disable the device:

1. Open the Start menu, and then click Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Mouse.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions to disable TrackPoint.

Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap Note: Ensure that the new cap has grooves

a .

Use the trackpad

The entire trackpad surface is sensitive to finger touch and movement. You can use the trackpad to perform all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse.

Use the trackpad

1. Left-click zone

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Press to select or open an item.

You also can tap anywhere on the surface of the trackpad with one finger to perform the left-click action.

2. Right-click zone

Press to display a shortcut menu.

You also can tap anywhere on the surface of the trackpad with two fingers to perform the right-click action.

Use the touch gestures

Tap

Tap anywhere on the trackpad with one finger to select or open an item.

Two-finger tap

Tap anywhere on the trackpad with two fingers to display a shortcut menu.

Two-finger scroll

Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them in the vertical or horizontal direction. This action enables you to scroll through the document, Web site, or apps.

Two-finger zoom out

Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them closer together to zoom out.

Two-finger zoom in

Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them farther apart to zoom in.

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Swipe three fingers up

Put three fingers on the trackpad and move them up to open the task view to see all your open windows.

Swipe three fingers down

Put three fingers on the trackpad and move them down to show the desktop.

Notes:

• When using two or more fingers, ensure that you position your fingers slightly apart.

• Some gestures are not available if the last action was done from the TrackPoint pointing device.

• Some gestures are only available when you are using certain apps.

• If the trackpad surface is stained with oil, turn off the computer first. Then, gently wipe the trackpad surface with a soft and lint-free cloth moistened with lukewarm water or computer cleaner.

For more gestures, see the help information of the pointing device.

Disable the trackpad

The trackpad is active by default. To disable the device:

1. Open the Start menu, and then click Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Touchpad.

2. In the Touchpad section, turn off the Touchpad control.

Use multimedia

Use your computer for business or entertainment with the built-in components (camera, speakers, and audio features) or connected external devices (an external projector, monitor, and HDTV).

Use audio

To enhance your listening experience, connect speakers, headphones, or a headset with a 3.5-mm (0.14inch), 4-pole plug to the audio connector.

Adjust the speaker volume

Press

Change the sound settings

1. Go to Control Panel and view by category.

2. Click Hardware and Sound ➙ Sound.

3. Change the settings as you prefer.

to increase the speaker volume or press to decrease the speaker volume.

Use the camera

You can use the built-in camera to take photos or record videos. The indicator next to the camera turns on when the camera is in use.

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To take photos or record videos:

1. Open the Start menu and click Camera.

2. To take photos, click the camera icon. If you want to record videos, click the video icon to switch to video mode.

If you use other programs that provide features such as photographing, video capturing, and video conference, the camera starts automatically when you enable the camera-required feature.

To configure the camera settings:

1. Open the Start menu and click Lenovo Vantage ➙ Hardware Settings ➙ Audio/Visual.

2. Locate the Camera section and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Connect to an external display

Connect your computer to a projector or a monitor to give presentations or expand your workspace.

Connect to a wired display

1. Connect the external display to an appropriate video connector on your computer, such as an HDMI connector or the USB-C connector.

2. Connect the external display to an electrical outlet.

3. Turn on the external display.

If your computer cannot detect the external display, right-click a blank area on the desktop, and then click

Display settings ➙ Detect.

Supported resolution

The following table lists the supported maximum resolution of the external display.

Connect the external display to Supported resolution

the USB-C connector (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Up to 4096 x 2304 pixels / 60 Hz

the HDMI connector

UUp to 4096 x 2160 pixels / 24 Hz

Connect to a wireless display

To use a wireless display, ensure that both your computer and the external display support the Miracast

feature.

• Open the Start menu, and then click Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Bluetooth & other devices ➙ Add Bluetooth or other device. In the Add a device window, click Wireless display or dock. Then, follow the instructions on the screen.

• Click the action center icon

in the Windows notification area and click Connect. Select the wireless

display and follow the on-screen instructions.

Set the display mode

Press

or and then select a display mode of your preference.

• Duplicate these displays: Display the same video output on both your computer screen and an external display.

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• Extend these displays: Extend the video output from your computer display to an external display. You can drag and move items between the two displays.

• Show only on 1: Display the video output only on your computer screen.

• Show only on 2: Display the video output only on an external display.

If you show programs using DirectDraw or Direct3D

in full-screen mode, only the main display shows the

video output.

Change display settings

1. Right-click a blank area on the desktop and select Display settings.

2. Select the display that you want to configure.

3. Change display settings of your preference.

You can change the settings for both the computer display and the external display. For example, you can define which one is the main display and which one is the secondary display. You also can change the resolution and orientation.

Note: If you set a higher resolution for the computer display than the external display, only part of the screen can be displayed on the external display.

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Chapter 3. Explore your computer

Manage power

Use the information in this section to achieve the best balance between performance and power efficiency.

Check the battery status

The battery status icon or is in the Windows notification area. You can check the battery status, view the current power plan, and access battery settings quickly.

Click the battery status icon to display the percentage of battery power remaining and change the power mode. A warning message is displayed when the battery is low.

Charge the computer

Use ac power

When the battery power is low, charge your battery by connecting your computer to ac power.

The battery is fully charged in about four to eight hours. If the power adapter shipped with your computer supports the rapid charge function, the battery is 80% charged in about one hour when the computer is turned off. The actual charging time depends on the battery size, the physical environment, and whether you are using the computer.

Battery charging is also affected by the battery temperature. The recommended battery temperature range for charging the battery is between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F).

Note: To maximize the life of the battery, the computer does not recharge the battery if the remaining power is greater than 95%.

Use P-to-P 2.0 charging function

The USB-C connector (USB 3.1 Gen 1) on the computer feature the Lenovo-unique P-to-P 2.0 charging function. When no ac power is available, this feature enables one computer to supply power to another computer through a USB-C to USB-C cable.

Before using the function, ensure that:

• The selected connectors support the P-to-P 2.0 charging function and power delivery function.

• Always On USB and Charge in Battery Mode are enabled in UEFI BIOS of both computers, so that the function works even when the computers are off or in hibernation mode. To enable Always On USB and Charge in Battery Mode:

1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. See “Enter the UEFI BIOS menu” on page 31.

2. Click Config ➙ USB to enable Always On USB and Charge in Battery Mode.

To use the function (when no ac power is available):

The remaining battery power of computer A should be at least 30% and be 3% higher than that of computer B. To check the battery status, see “Check the battery status” on page 23. Connect the computers to each other with a USB-C to USB-C cable. In this situation, computer A works as the power supply. Once the remaining battery power of computer A is lower than 30%, computer A stops supplying power to computer B.

Note: The actual charging speed using the Lenovo-unique P-to-P 2.0 charging function varies depending on many factors, such as the remaining battery power of the computers and whether you are using the computers.

Check the battery temperature

1. Open the Start menu and click Lenovo Vantage.

2. Click Hardware Settings ➙ Power.

3. Locate the Power Status section and then click Show Details to view the battery temperature.

Maximize the battery life

• Lower the brightness of the computer display.

• Turn off the wireless features when not in use.

• Use the battery until the charge is depleted.

• Recharge the battery completely before using it.

Set power button behaviors

You can define what the power button does according to your preference. For example, by pressing the power button, you can turn off the computer or put the computer to sleep or hibernation mode.

To change what the power button does:

1. Right-click the battery status icon in the Windows notification area.

2. Click Power Options ➙ Choose what the power buttons do.

3. Change the settings as you prefer.

Set the power plan

For ENERGY STAR® compliant computers, the following power plan takes effect when your computers have been idle for a specified duration:

Table 1. Default power plan (when plugged into ac power)

• Turn off the display: After 10 minutes

• Put the computer to sleep: After 30 minutes

To reset the power plan to achieve the best balance between performance and power saving:

1. Right-click the battery status icon and select Power Options.

2. Choose or customize a power plan of your preference.

Airplane mode

When the Airplane mode is enabled, all wireless features are disabled.

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