Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2, ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 User Guide

T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 User Guide

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Contents

Discover your Lenovo notebook. . . . . iii

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

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

Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

USB specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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

Intelligent cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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

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

Change the power settings . . . . . . . . 24

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

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

Set up an NFC connection (for selected

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

Use a smart card (for selected models) . . . . 25

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . 26

Docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Chapter 4. Secure your computer

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

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

Detect human presence (for selected Intel models

with IR camera) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Protect your privacy (for selected models) . . . . 33

Protect data against power loss (for selected

models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

UEFI BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Set, change, and remove a password . . . . 35

Associate your fingerprints with passwords

(for selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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 . . . . . . . . . . . 42

M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Wireless WAN card (for selected models) . . . 46

Keyboard (for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2) . . . . . 48

Chapter 7. Help and support . . . . . 51

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 51

Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 55

Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 56

Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 57

Appendix A. Accessibility and

ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 59

Appendix B. Compliance

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Appendix C. Notices and

trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

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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

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Chapter 1. Meet your computer

ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 might be shipped with different microprocessors, namely

and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). Hereby Intel models and AMD models are used to distinguish

Intel computer models with different microprocessors.

Front view

Microphone*

Webcam privacy shutter*

Power button / Power button with fingerprint reader*

Infrared (IR) camera* / Camera*

Touch screen*

TrackPoint® pointing stick

Near field communication (NFC) mark*

Trackpad

TrackPoint buttons

Speaker

* 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.

Side view

Intel models

AMD models

USB-C® (Thunderbolt™ 4) power connector

USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) power connector

USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector

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Ethernet extension connector Gen 2

HDMI™ connector

Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1

Smart-card slot* USB 3.2 connector Gen 1

Security-lock slot

Audio connector

* for selected models

Notes:

• For Intel models, the Ethernet extension connector Gen 2 and the adjoining USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector cannot be used simultaneously.

• For AMD models, the Ethernet extension connector Gen 2 and the adjoining USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector cannot be used simultaneously.

Bottom view

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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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:

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

– USB-C to DP:

– Intel models: up to 5120 x 3200 pixels, 60 Hz

– AMD models: 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

To connect your computer to a local network, you need a ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2. The Ethernet extension adapter is available as an option and shipped with some computer models. You can purchase one from Lenovo at https://www.lenovo.com/accessories.

Notes:

• For Intel models, the Ethernet extension connector Gen 2 and the adjoining USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector cannot be used simultaneously.

• For AMD models, the Ethernet extension connector Gen 2 and the adjoining USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector cannot be used simultaneously.

Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)

To connect a 4G or 5G cellular data network, you must have a wireless wide area network (WWAN) card and a nano-SIM card installed. The nano-SIM card might come with your computer by countries or regions. If no nano-SIM card is shipped, you will need to purchase one from authorized service carriers.

Depending on model, your computer might have no WWAN card installed. For installation procedures of the WWAN card, see “Wireless WAN card (for selected models)” on page 46.

Notes:

• The 4G or 5G 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. The cellular data plan might vary by location.

• Network connection speeds might also vary by location, environment, network conditions and other factors.

To establish a cellular connection:

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Locate the nano-SIM card slot and insert the nano-SIM card as shown. Note the orientation of the card and ensure that it is seated correctly.

3. Turn on the computer.

4. Click the network icon, and then select the cellular network icon information, if needed.

Turn on the Airplane mode

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

1. Click the action center icon

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

in the Windows notification area.

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.

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from the list. Provide required

https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/videos/vid500145

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

Manage external displays

Enable / disable the Airplane mode

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.

Customize the function of this key on the Vantage app

Open Snipping Tool

Toggle keyboard backlight

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Break operation

Pause operation

Scroll contents

Send system request

Enter sleep mode

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

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.

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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.

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

Slide to scroll through items

Swipe from the right: open action center

Swipe downwards shortly: show title bar

Swipe downwards: close the current app

Drag

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Maintenance tips:

• Turn off the computer before cleaning the touch screen.

• 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 tables list the supported maximum resolution of the external display.

Table 1. Intel models

Connect the external display to Supported resolution

USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connectors Up to 5120 x 3200 pixels / 60 Hz

HDMI connector

Table 2. AMD models

Connect the external display to Supported resolution

USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connectors Up to 5120 x 2880 pixels / 60 Hz

HDMI connector

Up to 4096 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz

Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz

Notes: For AMD models, the HDMI connector on your computer supports the HDMI 2.0 standard by default. If you connect an external display to your computer through the HDMI connector with an HDMI 1.4 cable, the external display might not work. In this case, do one of the following:

• Use a qualified HDMI 2.0 cable.

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• Change the HDMI standard of the HDMI connector from 2.0 to 1.4. To change the HDMI standard, enter the UEFI BIOS menu (see “Enter the UEFI BIOS menu” on page 37), and then configure HDMI Mode

Select in the Config menu.

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.

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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