Lenovo Legion Y540-17IRH 81Q4001CMH User manual
Legion Y540 Series
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 35
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
First Edition (March 2019)
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Contents
About this documentation . . . . . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet your computer. . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . 11
Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Get started with Windows 10 . . . . . . . . . 13
Windows account . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Windows user interface . . . . . . . . . . 14
Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connect to networks. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connect to wired networks . . . . . . . . 15
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . 15
Use Lenovo Vantage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 16
Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Hidden keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Use multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Use audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Use the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 21
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 21
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Check the battery temperature . . . . . . . 21
Maximize the battery life . . . . . . . . . 21
Set power button behaviors . . . . . . . . 21
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device. . . . 22
Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Chapter 4. Secure your computer
and information . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Use passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Set administrator password . . . . . . . . 24
Change or remove administrator password . . 24
Set user password . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Enable power-on password . . . . . . . . 25
Set hard disk password . . . . . . . . . . 25
Change or remove hard disk password . . . . 25
Use firewalls and antivirus programs. . . . . . . 26
Chapter 5. Configure advanced
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
UEFI/BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . 27
Start the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 27
Navigate in the BIOS interface . . . . . . . 27
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 27
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 28
Change hotkey mode. . . . . . . . . . . 28
Enable/Disable always-on . . . . . . . . . 28
Update UEFI/BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Recovery information . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Reset your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Use advanced options . . . . . . . . . . 29
Windows automatic recovery. . . . . . . . 29
Create and use a recovery USB device . . . . 29
Chapter 6. Help and support . . . . . 31
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 31
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 33
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 33
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 34
Appendix A. Important safety
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Appendix B. Accessibility and
ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 49
Appendix C. Compliance
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Appendix D. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
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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
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makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update.
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As a result, some information in this documentation might become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources
for the latest information.
• This documentation applies to the following product models.
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Model name
Legion Y540-15IRH
Legion Y540-15IRH-PG0
Legion Y540-17IRH
Legion Y540-17IRH-PG0
Machine type
81SX
81SY
81Q4
81T3
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer
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Front
Figure 1. Legion Y540-15 series - front view
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Figure 2. Legion Y540-17 series - front view
1. Wireless LAN/Bluetooth
antennas
2. Privacy shutter
3. Screen
4. Camera
5. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.
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Send and receive radio waves for the wireless LAN/Bluetooth module.
Note: The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.
Move this shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens.
Note: It is designed to protect your privacy. If you see a red dot, the lens is covered.
Display text, graphics, and videos.
Note: The screen can be rotated up to 180 degrees. Do not rotate the screen with too
much force, or apply too much force to the upper-right or upper-left corner of the
screen. Otherwise, the screen or hinges might get damaged.
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.
If you use other apps that support photographing, video chatting, and video
conference, the camera starts automatically when you enable the camera-required
feature from the app.
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Press to turn on the computer or put the computer to sleep mode.
To turn off the computer, open the Start menu, click
Power, and then select Shut
down.
6. Power button
The indicator on the power button shows the system status of your computer.
• Solid white: The computer is on.
• Slow blinking white: The computer is in sleep mode.
• Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode.
7. Numeric keypad Quickly input numbers.
8. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.
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Figure 3. Legion Y540-15 series - left view
Figure 4. Legion Y540-17 series - left view
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1. Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat.
Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer might overheat.
2. Always On USB 3.1
connector Gen 1
3. Audio connector
To charge the USB-compatible devices when your computer is off, in sleep mode, or in
hibernation mode, enable the Always On USB feature on your computer.
To configure the Always On USB settings:
1. Start Lenovo Vantage. See “Use Lenovo Vantage” on page 16.
2. Select Hardware Settings ➙ Power.
3. Locate the Always On USB section and follow the on-screen instructions to select
options of your preference.
Note: The Always On USB 3.1 connector Gen 1 does not work if you click Charge
from Sleep and your computer is off without connecting to ac power.
Connect headphones or a headset with a 3.5-mm (0.14-inches) and 4-pole plug to
listen to the sound from the computer.
Note: The conventional microphone is not supported.
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Figure 5. Legion Y540-15 series - right view
Figure 6. Legion Y540-17 series - right view
1. USB 3.1 connector Gen 1
2. Novo button
Connect USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB
storage device, or USB printer.
When the computer is off, press this button to go to Novo button menu.
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3. Power indicator
4. Ventilation slots (outlet)
The indicator shows the system status of your computer.
• Solid white: The computer is on.
• Slow blinking white: The computer is in sleep mode.
• Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode.
Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat.
Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer might overheat.
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Figure 7. Legion Y540-15 series - rear view
Figure 8. Legion Y540-17 series - rear view
Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat.
1. Ventilation slots (outlet)
Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer might overheat.
• 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.
2. USB-C™ connector
3. Mini DisplayPort
connector
4. USB 3.1 connector Gen 1
5. HDMI™ connector
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– USB-C to VGA: 1900 × 1200 pixels, 60 Hz
– USB-C to DP: 3840 × 2160 pixels, 60 Hz
• Connect to USB-C accessories to expand computer functionality. To purchase
USB-C accessories, go to
Note: When the battery power is below 10%, the connected USB-C accessories
might not work correctly.
Connect to a compatible projector, external monitor, or high-definition television
(HDTV).
Connect USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB
storage device, or USB printer.
Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such as an HDTV.
https://www.lenovo.com/accessories
6. Ethernet connector
Connect to a local area network (LAN). When the green indicator is on, the computer is
connected to a LAN. When the yellow indicator blinks, data is being transmitted.
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7. Power connector
Connect to ac power through an ac power adapter.
8. Mini security-lock slot
Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible security
cable lock.
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Bottom
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Figure 9. Legion Y540-15 series - bottom view
Figure 10. Legion Y540-17 series - bottom view
1. Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming airflow to dissipate internal heat.
2. Speakers
Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer might overheat.
Produce sound.
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Features and specifications
• Legion Y540-15IRH
– Width: 360 mm (14.17 inches)
– Depth: 267 mm (10.51 inches)
– Thickness: 25.9 mm (1.02 inches)
• Legion Y540-15IRH-PG0
Dimensions
– Width: 360 mm (14.17 inches)
– Depth: 267 mm (10.51 inches)
– Thickness: 25.2 mm (0.99 inches)
• Legion Y540-17 series
– Width: 399.8 mm (15.74 inches)
– Depth: 290 mm (11.42 inches)
– Thickness: 26.3 mm (1.04 inches)
Power source (ac power
adapter)
• Sine-wave input at 50 Hz to 60 Hz
• Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 V to 240 V ac
• Output: 20 V dc
• 52.5 Wh or 57 Wh
• 3 Cells
Battery pack
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).
Microprocessor
To view the microprocessor information of your computer, right-click the Start button
and then click System.
Memory Double data rate 4 (DDR4) small outline dual in-line memory module (SODIMM)
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Storage device
• 2.5-inch form factor, 7-mm (0.28-inch) height hard disk drive
• M.2 solid-state drive
• Intel® Optane™ memory
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• Display size:
Display
– Legion Y540-15 series: 396.24 mm (15.6 inches)
– Legion Y540-17 series: 439.42 mm (17.3 inches)
• Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Keyboard
• Function keys
• Numeric keypad
• Six-row keyboard (with backlight)
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Connectors and slots
Security features
• ac power connector
• Audio connector
• Ethernet connector
• Always On USB 3.1 connector Gen 1
• Two USB 3.1 connectors Gen 1
• USB-C connector
• HDMI connector
• Mini DisplayPort connector
• Password
• Mini security-lock slot
• Privacy shutter
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Wireless features
Others
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for selected models
• Bluetooth
• Wireless LAN
• Camera
• Microphones
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 ➙ other people.
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-
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2. Settings
3. Power
4. Start button
5. Windows Search
6. Task View
7. Windows notification area
8. Battery status icon
9. Network icon
10. Action center
Change account settings, lock the computer, or sign out from the current
account.
Launch Settings.
Shut down, restart, or put the computer into sleep.
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.
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Open the Start menu
• Click the Start button.
• Press the Windows logo key on the keyboard.
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Access Control Panel
• Open the Start menu and click Windows System ➙ Control Panel.
• 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
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.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/howtotell/default.aspx.
Connect to networks
Your computer helps you connect to the world through a wired or wireless network.
Connect to wired networks
If your computer includes an Ethernet (RJ-45) connector, you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your
computer to a wired network.
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. Provide required information if needed.
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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
– Speakers
– Touchpad
• Health & Support
Monitor your computer health and get personalized support of your computer. You can:
– Scan the computer hardware.
– 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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