Lenovo P73 User Manual
P73
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 63
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
First Edition (August 2019)
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Contents
About this documentation . . . . . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet your computer. . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . 10
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Get started with Windows 10 . . . . . . . . . 11
Windows account . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Windows user interface . . . . . . . . . . 12
Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connect to networks. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connect to the wired Ethernet . . . . . . . 13
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . 13
Use Lenovo Vantage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 15
Use the keyboard shortcuts . . . . . . . . 16
Use the TrackPoint pointing device . . . . . 18
Use the trackpad with buttons . . . . . . . 19
Use the Intelligent Cooling feature . . . . . . . 21
Use multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Use audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Use the camera (for selected models) . . . . 22
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 22
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 25
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 25
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Check the battery temperature . . . . . . . 25
Maximize the battery life . . . . . . . . . 25
Set power button behaviors . . . . . . . . 25
Set the power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device. . . . 26
Set up an NFC connection (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Use an SD card or a smart card . . . . . . . 27
Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Use the factory color calibration feature (for
selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Purchase options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 4. Secure your computer
and information . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Use passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Set, change, and remove a password . . . . 31
Use the fingerprint reader . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Use face authentication (for selected models) . . . 33
Use firewalls and antivirus programs. . . . . . . 33
Chapter 5. Configure advanced
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
What is UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. . . . . . . . . 35
Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface . . . . . 35
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 35
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 36
Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
RAID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
What is RAID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Storage drive requirements for RAID levels . . 36
Enter the Intel RST configuration utility . . . . 37
Create RAID volumes. . . . . . . . . . . 37
Delete RAID volumes . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Reset storage drives to non-RAID . . . . . . 38
Rebuild RAID 1 volumes. . . . . . . . . . 38
Recovery information . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Restore system files and settings to an earlier
point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Restore your files from a backup . . . . . . 39
Reset your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Use advanced options . . . . . . . . . . 39
Windows automatic recovery. . . . . . . . 40
Create and use a recovery USB device . . . . 40
Install Windows 10 and drivers . . . . . . . . . 40
Chapter 6. CRU replacement . . . . . 43
What are CRUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery. . . . 43
Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Bottom cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Memory module under the bottom cover . . . 45
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Hard disk drive (for selected models). . . . . 46
M.2 solid-state drive (for selected models) . . 48
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Chapter 7. Help and support . . . . . 57
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 57
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 61
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 61
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 62
Appendix A. Important safety
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Appendix B. Accessibility and
ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 77
Appendix C. Supplemental
information about the Ubuntu operating
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Appendix D. Compliance
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Appendix E. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
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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.
.
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
Emit infrared (IR) light.
1. Infrared LED*
Note: Do not block the IR light-emitting diode (LED). Otherwise, the IR function
might not work.
• Log in to your computer with face authentication. See “Use face authentication
(for selected models)” on page 33.
2. Camera with IR function*
3. ThinkShutter*
4. 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.
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.
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5. Device-access-status indicator
When this indicator is blinking, the storage device of your computer is reading or
writing data. During this period, do not remove the storage device, or turn off the
computer.
To turn on or turn off the Device-access-status indicator:
1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. See “Enter the UEFI BIOS menu” on page 35.
2. Click Config ➙ Indicators control ➙ Wireless and Drive indicators.
When this indicator is on, you can connect the computer to a wireless network or
wireless device.
6. Wireless-status indicator
* for selected models
To turn on or turn off the Wireless-status indicator:
1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. See “Enter the UEFI BIOS menu” on page 35.
2. Click Config ➙ Indicators control ➙ Wireless and Drive indicators.
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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
Shut down.
The indicator in the power button shows the system status of your computer.
1. Power button
2. Numeric keypad Quickly input numbers.
3. Fingerprint reader
4. NFC mark*
5. Trackpad with buttons
6. TrackPoint
7. Speakers Enable you to experience high-quality sound.
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pointing device
• Blinking for three times: The computer is initially connected to power.
• On: The computer is on.
• Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode.
• Blinking rapidly: The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode.
• Blinking slowly: The computer is in sleep mode.
Log in to your computer with enrolled fingerprints. See “Use the fingerprint
reader” on page 32.
Your computer supports NFC (near field communication). You can share
information with another NFC-enabled device. See “Set up an NFC connection
(for selected models)” on page 26.
Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse. See “Use the
trackpad with buttons” on page 19.
Perform all the functions of a traditional mouse. See “Use the TrackPoint pointing
device” on page 18.
Power, and then select
* for selected models
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Left
1. Always On USB 3.1 connector
Gen 1
2. Smart-card slot* Use smart cards for authentication, data storage, and application processing.
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 35.
2. Click Config ➙ USB ➙ Always On USB to enable the Always On USB
feature.
Within large organizations, you might also use smart cards for strong security
authentication of single sign-on (SSO). See “Use an SD card or a smart card” on
page 27.
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1. Audio connector
• 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.
2. USB 3.1 connector Gen 1
3. SD-card slot
Note: This connector does not support standalone external microphones.
Connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB
storage device, or USB printer.
Supported cards:
• MultiMediaCard (MMC)
• Secure Digital (SD) card
• Secure Digital eXtended-Capacity (SDXC) UHS-II card
• Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) UHS-II card
Note: Your computer does not support the content protection for recordable
media (CPRM) feature for the SD card.
See “Use an SD card or a smart card” on page 27.
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4. USB-C™ connector (USB 3.1
Gen 1)
5. Ethernet connector
6. Security-lock slot
• Charge USB-C compatible devices with the output voltage and current of 5 V
and 1.5 A.
• Transfer data at USB 3.1 speed, up to 5 Gbps.
• Connect to an external display:
– USB-C to VGA: 1920 x 1200 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
Notes:
• When using USB-C dock or Thunderbolt™ 3 dock to expand your computer
functionality, ensure that your dock is connected to the Thunderbolt 3
connectors (USB-C) in the rear side of the computer.
• When the battery power is below 10%, the connected USB-C accessories
might not work correctly.
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.
Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible
security cable lock. See “Lock the computer” on page 29.
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Rear
1. System status indicator
The indicator in the ThinkPad logo on the computer lid shows the system status of
your computer.
• Blinking for three times: The computer is initially connected to power.
• On: The computer is on.
• Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode.
• Blinking rapidly: The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode.
• Blinking slowly: The computer is in sleep mode.
2. USB 3.1 connector Gen 1
3. HDMI™ connector
4. Thunderbolt™ 3 connectors
(USB-C)
5. Power connector
Connect a USB-compatible device, 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.
• Charge USB-C compatible devices:
– The output voltage and current: 5 V and 3 A (when only one device is
charged).
– The output voltage and current: 5 V and 3 A (for the first connected device
when two devices are charged).
– The output voltage and current: 5 V and 1.5 A (for the second connected
device when two devices are charged).
• Transfer data at Thunderbolt 3 speed.
• Connect to an external display:
– USB-C to VGA: 1920 x 1200 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
Note: When the battery power is below 10%, the connected USB-C accessories
might not work correctly.
Connect to ac power through an ac power adapter.
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Bottom
1. Emergency-reset hole
If the computer stops responding and you cannot turn it off by pressing the power
button, reset your computer:
1. Disconnect your computer from ac power.
2. Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole to cut off power supply
temporarily.
3. Connect your computer to ac power and then turn on your computer.
2. Keyboard drainage holes Drain out liquid from your computer if you accidentally spill liquid on the keyboard.
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Features and specifications
• Width: 416 mm (16.38 inches)
Dimensions
• Depth: 281 mm (11.06 inches)
• Thickness: 25.9 mm to 31 mm (1.02 inches to 1.22 inches)
Maximum heat output
(depending on the model)
Power source (ac power
adapter)
Microprocessor
Memory
Storage device
Display
Keyboard
• 170 W (580 Btu/hr)
• 230 W (786 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.
Double data rate 4 (DDR4) small outline dual in-line memory module (SODIMM),
up to 128 GB
• 2.5-inch form factor, 7-mm (0.28-inch) height Serial Advanced Technology
Attachment (SATA) hard disk drive*
• M.2 solid-state drive*
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• Intel
• Brightness control
• Color display with In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology
• Display size: 439.42 mm (17.3 inches)
• Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels or 3840 x 2160 pixels
• Hybrid graphics
• Function keys
• Numeric keypad
• Six-row keyboard with backlight
• Trackpad with buttons
• TrackPoint pointing device
Optane™ memory*
Connectors and slots
• ac power connector
• Audio connector
• Ethernet connector
• HDMI connector
• Smart-card slot*
• SD-card slot
• Two Thunderbolt 3 connectors (USB-C)
• Three USB 3.1 connectors Gen 1 (including one Always On USB 3.1 connector
Gen 1)
• USB-C connector (USB 3.1 Gen 1)
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Security features
Wireless features
• Face authentication*
• Fingerprint reader
• Password
• Security-lock slot
• ThinkShutter*
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM)*
• Bluetooth
• Near filed communication (NFC)*
• Wireless LAN
Others
• 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-
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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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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
– 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.
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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.
1. Numeric keypad Input numbers quickly when the Numeric Lock indicator is on.
Open the Start menu.
2. Windows logo key
3. Caps Lock key
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.
4. F1–F12 function keys
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.
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.
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Decrease the speaker volume.
Increase the speaker volume.
Mute or unmute the microphones.
When the key indicator is on, the microphones are muted.
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.
Open the Snipping Tool program.
Fn+Spacebar
Fn+B
Fn+K
Fn+P
Fn+S
Fn+4
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.
Fn+Left arrow key Equal the Home key.
Fn+Right arrow key Equal the End key.
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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
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.
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Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap
Note: Ensure that the new cap has grooves
a .
Use the trackpad with buttons
The entire surface of the trackpad with buttons is sensitive to finger touch and movement. You can use the
trackpad with buttons to perform all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse.
Use the trackpad with buttons
Slide one finger across the surface of the trackpad 1 to move the pointer on the screen accordingly. The
functions of the right-click button
2 , middle-click button 3 , and left-click button 4 correspond to those of
the right, middle, and left button on a traditional mouse.
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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.
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.
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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 with buttons
The trackpad with buttons 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 the Intelligent Cooling feature
The Intelligent Cooling feature enables your computer to work in the following three modes:
• Quiet mode
• Balanced mode
• Performance mode
To select the preferred mode:
1. Click the battery status icon in the Windows notification area.
2. Move the slider to the left or right to select your preferred mode.
: Your computer works with the least fan noise.
: Your computer works with balanced performance and noise.
: Your computer works with the highest performance and normal noise.
on ac power on battery power
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.
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Use the camera (for selected models)
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.
To take photos or record videos:
1. Slide ThinkShutter to the right to uncover the camera lens.
2. Open the Start menu and click Camera.
3. 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 the HDMI
connector, USB-C connector (USB 3.1 Gen 1), or Thunderbolt 3 connector (USB-C).
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 HDMI connector
the USB-C connector
the Thunderbolt 3 connector (USB-C) Up to 5120 x 2880 pixels / 60 Hz
Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz
Up to 5120 x 2880 pixels / 60 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.
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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.
• 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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