Lenovo T14 Gen 2, T15 Gen 2, P14s Gen 2, P15s Gen 2 User Manual

T14 Gen 2, T15 Gen 2, P14s Gen 2, and P15s Gen 2 User Guide

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

• Safety and Warranty Guide

• Setup Guide

•

Generic Safety and Compliance Notices

First Edition (February 2021)

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Contents

Discover your Lenovo notebook. . . . . iii

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

Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

USB specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Chapter 2. Get started with your

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

Access networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . . 9

Connect to the wired Ethernet . . . . . . . . 9

Connect to a cellular network (for selected

models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Turn on the Airplane mode. . . . . . . . . 10

Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 10

Use the keyboard shortcuts . . . . . . . . 10

Use the TrackPoint pointing device . . . . . 12

Use the trackpad . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Use the touch screen (for selected models) . . 14

Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 16

Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 19

Lenovo apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Smart features (for selected models). . . . . . . 19

Color calibration (for selected models) . . . . . . 22

Intelligent Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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

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

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

Change the power settings . . . . . . . . 25

Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Set up a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . 25

Set up an NFC connection (for selected

models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Use a microSD card or smart card (for

selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Use the RFID feature (for selected Intel

models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . 27

Docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Chapter 4. Secure your computer

and information . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Protect your privacy (for selected models) . . . . 32

Protect data against power loss (for selected

models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

UEFI BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Set, change, and remove a password . . . . 34

Associate your fingerprints with passwords

(for selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Chapter 5. Configure advanced

settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. . . . . . . . . 37

Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface . . . . . 37

Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 37

Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 37

Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Restore system files and settings to an earlier

point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Restore your files from a backup . . . . . . 38

Reset your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Use advanced options . . . . . . . . . . 38

Windows automatic recovery. . . . . . . . 38

Create and use a recovery USB device . . . . 39

Install Windows 10 and drivers . . . . . . . . . 39

Chapter 6. CRU replacement . . . . . 41

CRU list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery. . . . 41

Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Base cover assembly (T14 Gen 2 and P14s

Gen 2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Base cover assembly (T15 Gen 2 and P15s

Gen 2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Memory module (for selected models) . . . . 46

M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Coin-cell battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Wireless WAN card (for selected models) . . . 49

Speaker assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 board

and bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Chapter 7. Help and support . . . . . 59

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 59

Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 63

Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 64

Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 65

Appendix A. Accessibility and ergonomic

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Appendix B. Compliance

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Appendix C. Notices and

trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

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Discover your Lenovo notebook

Thank you for choosing a Lenovo notebook! We are dedicated to delivering the best solution to you.

Before starting your tour, please read the following information:

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

• Depending on the model, some optional accessories, features, software programs, and user interface instructions might not be applicable to your computer.

• Documentation content is subject to change without notice. To get the latest documentation, go to

pcsupport.lenovo.com

https://

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Chapter 1. Meet your computer

ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 might be shipped with different microprocessors, namely

and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 are shipped with

Intel Intel microprocessors. Hereby Intel models and AMD models are used to distinguish computer models with different microprocessors.

Front view

T14 Gen 2 and P14s Gen 2

Microphone*

Webcam privacy shutter*

Power button

Infrared (IR) camera* / Camera*

Touch screen*

TrackPoint® pointing stick

RFID label

Fingerprint reader*

Trackpad

TrackPoint buttons

* for selected models

for selected Intel models

T15 Gen 2 and P15s Gen 2

Near field communication (NFC) label*

Speaker

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Microphone*

IR camera* / Camera*

Webcam privacy shutter*

Power button

Fingerprint reader*

NFC label*

Speaker

Touch screen*

TrackPoint pointing stick

Trackpad

TrackPoint buttons

* for selected models

Webcam privacy shutter

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

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

Power, and then select Shut down.

The indicator in the power button 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 (for Intel models): The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode.

• Blinking rapidly (for AMD models): The computer is entering hibernation mode.

• Blinking slowly: The computer is in sleep mode.

Side view

Intel models

USB-C® (Thunderbolt™ 4) power connector

USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 HDMI™ connector

Audio connector

Smart-card slot*

Ethernet connector

* for selected models

USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector

microSD-card slot

Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1

Security-lock slot

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AMD models

USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) power connector USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector

USB 3.2 connector Gen 1

Audio connector microSD-card slot

Smart-card slot*

Ethernet connector

HDMI connector

Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1

Security-lock slot

* for selected models

Bottom view

T14 Gen 2 and P14s Gen 2

T15 Gen 2 and P15s Gen 2

Emergency-reset hole Keyboard drainage hole

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.

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Keyboard drainage hole

Drain out liquid from your computer if you accidentally spill liquid on the keyboard.

CAUTION: When the computer is operating, it should be placed on a hard and flat surface with its bottom area not in contact with user’s bare skin. Under normal operating conditions, the temperature of the bottom surface will remain within an acceptable range as defined in IEC 62368-1, but such temperatures can still be high enough to cause discomfort or harm to the user if directly touched for over one minute at a time. As such, it is recommended that users avoid prolonged direct contact with the bottom of the computer.

Rear view

Nano-SIM-card tray*

* for selected models

Specifications

For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com.

USB specifications

Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.

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Connector name

USB 3.2 connector Gen 1

• USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector

•

USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector

Description

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

• Charge USB-C compatible devices with the output voltage and current of 5 V and 1.5 A.

• Connect to an external display:

– Intel models:

– USB-C to VGA: up to 1920 x 1200 pixels, 60 Hz

– USB-C to DP: up to 5120 x 3200 pixels, 60 Hz

– AMD models:

– USB-C to VGA: up to 1920 x 1200 pixels, 60 Hz

– USB-C to DP: up to 5120 x 2880 pixels, 60 Hz

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

www.lenovo.com/accessories

https://

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 / 3.1 Gen 1

3.2 Gen 2 / 3.1 Gen 2

3.2 Gen 2 × 2

Thunderbolt 3 40

Thunderbolt 4 40

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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer

Access networks

This section helps you connect to a wireless or wired network.

Connect to Wi-Fi networks

Click the network icon in the Windows® notification area, and then select a network for connection. Provide required information, if needed.

Connect to the wired Ethernet

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

Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)

If your computer has a wireless wide area network (WAN) card and a nano-SIM card installed, you can connect to a cellular data network and get online everywhere.

Note: The cellular service is provided by authorized mobile service carriers in some countries or regions. You must have a cellular plan from a service carrier to connect to the cellular network.

To establish a cellular connection:

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole in the tray 1 . The tray ejects. Then, slide the tray out of the computer. Install a nano-SIM card into the tray tray into the nano-SIM-card slot until you hear a click

2 with the metal contacts facing downward. Insert the

3 .

3. Turn on the computer.

4. Click the network icon in the Windows notification area, and then select the cellular network icon the list.

5. Provide required information if needed.

Turn on the Airplane mode

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

from

1. Click the action center icon

in the Windows notification area.

2. Click Airplane mode to turn on the Airplane mode.

Interact with your computer

Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen.

Use the keyboard shortcuts

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

Invoke the special function printed as an icon on each key or standard function of F1–F12 function keys.

FnLock indicator on: standard function

FnLock indicator off: special function

Enable / disable speakers

Decrease volume

Increase volume

Enable / disable microphones

Darken display

Brighten display

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Manage external displays

Enable / disable wireless

Open / collapse notification center

Answer incoming calls

This function only works with some apps, such as Skype for Business 2016 and Microsoft Teams 1.0.

By default, the function works with Skype for Business 2016. You can change the default setting on the Vantage app.

Decline incoming calls

This function only works with some apps, such as Skype for Business 2016 and Microsoft Teams 1.0.

By default, the function works with Skype for Business 2016. You can change the default setting on the Vantage app.

Note: You can also press F11 to hang up ongoing calls on Skype for Business

2016.

Open the Vantage app. You can customize the function of this key on the Vantage app.

Open calculator (for T15 Gen 2 and P15s Gen 2 only)

Enter sleep mode (for T15 Gen 2 and P15s Gen 2 only)

Open Snipping Tool

Toggle keyboard backlight

Break operation

Pause operation

Scroll contents

Send system request

Enter sleep mode

To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button.

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If your computer comes with an ePrivacy screen, press Fn+D to enable or disable the privacy protection function. For more information, see “Protect your privacy

(for selected models)” on page 32.

Go to beginning

Go to end

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

TrackPoint pointing stick

Use your finger to apply pressure to the pointing-stick nonslip cap in any direction parallel to the keyboard. The pointer on the screen moves accordingly. The higher the pressure applied, the faster the pointer moves.

TrackPoint buttons

The left-click button and right-click button correspond to the left and right buttons on a traditional mouse. Press and hold the dotted middle button while using your finger to 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

You can use the trackpad to perform all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse.

Use the trackpad

Left-click zone

Right-click zone

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Use the touch gestures

Tap once to select or open an item.

Two-finger zoom in or zoom out. Scroll through items.

Open the task view to see all open windows. Show the desktop.

Tap twice quickly to display a shortcut menu.

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 the touch screen (for selected models)

If your computer display supports the multi-touch function, you can navigate the screen with simple touch gestures.

Note: Some gestures might not be available when you are using certain apps.

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Tap once to single click Tap twice quickly to double-click

Tap and hold to right-click

Zoom out Zoom in

Swipe from the left: view all open windows Swipe from the right: open action center

Slide to scroll through items

Swipe downwards shortly: show title bar

Swipe downwards: close the current app

Maintenance tips:

• Turn off the computer before cleaning the touch screen.

Drag

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• Use a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth or a piece of absorbent cotton to remove fingerprints or dust from the touch screen. Do not apply solvents to the cloth.

• The touch screen is a glass panel covered with a plastic film. Do not apply pressure or place any metallic object on the screen, which might damage the touch panel or cause it to malfunction.

• Do not use fingernails, gloved fingers, or inanimate objects for input on the screen.

• Regularly calibrate the accuracy of the finger input to avoid a discrepancy.

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

If your computer cannot detect the external display, right-click a blank area on the desktop, and then click Display settings ➙ Detect.

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

Connect the external display to Supported resolution

the USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector (for Intel models) Up to 5120 x 3200 pixels / 60 Hz

the USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector (for AMD models) Up to 5120 x 2880 pixels / 60 Hz

the HDMI connector

Up to 3840 x 2160 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.

Press

+ and then select a wireless display to connect with.

Set the display mode

Press

or and then select a display mode of your preference.

Change display settings

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

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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.

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Chapter 3. Explore your computer

Lenovo apps

This section provides introduction to the Vantage and Lenovo Quick Clean apps.

The Vantage app

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

To access the Vantage app, type Vantage in the search box.

Key features

The Vantage app enables you to:

• Know the device status easily and customize device settings.

• Download and install UEFI BIOS, firmware, and driver updates to keep your computer up-to-date.

• Monitor your computer health, and secure your computer against outside threats.

• Scan your computer hardware and diagnose hardware problems.

• Look up warranty status (online).

• Access User Guide and helpful articles.

Notes:

• The available features vary depending on the computer model.

• The Vantage app makes periodic updates of the features to keep improving your experience with your computer. The description of features might be different from that on your actual user interface.

Lenovo Quick Clean

Depending on the model, your computer might support the Lenovo Quick Clean feature. The preinstalled Lenovo Quick Clean enables you to temporarily disable the keyboard, screen, trackpad, and TrackPoint pointing device for cleaning.

To access Lenovo Quick Clean, do one of the following:

• Open the Start menu and click Lenovo Quick Clean.

• Type Lenovo Quick Clean in the search box.

• Press Fn and the right Shift key at the same time.

To download the latest version of Lenovo Quick Clean, go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com.

Smart features (for selected models)

Your computer might be preinstalled with Glance by Mirametrix. Glance can capture your head movement through camera and makes your computer smarter and more efficient.

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