Lenovo Y545 User Manual

Legion Y545 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 31

• 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

Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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

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

Chapter 2. Get started with your

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 12

Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Hidden keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Use multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Use audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Use the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 14

Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 17

Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 17

Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Check the battery temperature . . . . . . . 17

Maximize the battery life . . . . . . . . . 17

Set power button behaviors . . . . . . . . 17

Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device. . . . 18

Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Chapter 4. Secure your computer

and information . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Use passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Set administrator password . . . . . . . . 20

Change or remove administrator password . . 20

Set user password . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Enable power-on password . . . . . . . . 21

Set hard disk password . . . . . . . . . . 21

Change or remove hard disk password . . . . 21

Use firewalls and antivirus programs. . . . . . . 22

Chapter 5. Configure advanced

settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

UEFI/BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . 23

Start the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 23

Navigate in the BIOS interface . . . . . . . 23

Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 23

Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 24

Change hotkey mode. . . . . . . . . . . 24

Enable/Disable always-on . . . . . . . . . 24

Update UEFI/BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Recovery information . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Reset your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Use advanced options . . . . . . . . . . 25

Windows automatic recovery. . . . . . . . 25

Create and use a recovery USB device . . . . 25

Chapter 6. Help and support . . . . . 27

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 27

Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 29

Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 29

Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 30

Appendix A. Important safety

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Appendix B. Accessibility and

ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 45

Appendix C. Compliance

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Appendix D. Notices and

trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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About this documentation

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

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

available on your computer.

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

to your computer.

• Documentation content is subject to change without notice. Lenovo makes constant improvements on the

documentation of your computer, including this User Guide. To get the latest documentation, go to

support.lenovo.com

• Microsoft

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

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

• This documentation applies to the following product models.

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Model name

Legion Y545

Lenovo Legion Y545

Legion Y545 PG0

Lenovo Legion Y545 PG0

Machine type

81Q6

81T2

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Chapter 1. Meet your computer

Front

Figure 1. Legion Y545 Series - front view

Display text, graphics, and videos.

1. Screen

2. Camera

3. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.

4. Camera light If the light is on, the camera is in use.

Note: The screen can be rotated up to 135 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.

Base

Figure 2. Legion Y545 Series - base view

1. Wireless LAN/Bluetooth antennas

2. Power button

3. Numeric keypad Quickly input numbers.

4. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.

Send and receive radio waves for the wireless LAN/Bluetooth module.

Note: The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.

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

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

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.

Power, and then select Shut

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Left

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Figure 3. Legion Y545 Series - left view

1. Always On USB 3.1 connector Gen 1

2. 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 12.

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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Right

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Figure 4. Legion Y545 Series - right view

1. USB 3.1 connector Gen 1

2. Novo button

3. Power indicator

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.

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.

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Rear

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Figure 5. Legion Y545 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

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

• Connect to an external display.

2. USB-C™ connector

3. Mini DisplayPort

connector

– 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).

https://www.lenovo.com/accessories

4. USB 3.1 connector Gen 1

5. HDMI™ connector

6. Ethernet connector

7. Power connector

8. Mini security-lock slot

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.

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.

Connect to ac power through an ac power adapter.

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 6. Legion Y545 Series - bottom view

1. Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming airflow to dissipate internal heat.

Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer might overheat.

2. Speakers

Produce sound.

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Features and specifications

• Width: 361.1 mm (14.22 inches)

Dimensions

• Depth: 266.7 mm (10.5 inches)

• Thickness: 26.6 mm (1.05 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

• 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)

Storage device

Display

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

• M.2 solid-state drive

• Intel® Optane™ memory

• Display size: 396.24 mm (15.6 inches)

• Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels

• Function keys

Keyboard

• Numeric keypad

• Six-row keyboard (with backlight)

Connectors and slots

Security features

Wireless features

Others

for selected models

• 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

• Bluetooth

• Wireless LAN

• Camera

• Microphones

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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-

Windows user interface

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1. Account

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.

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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Hotkeys

Some keys on the keyboard are printed with icons. These keys are called hotkeys and can be pressed alone or in combination with the Fn key to access certain Windows functions or settings quickly. The functions of hotkeys are symbolized by the icons printed on them.

Hotkey

Function

Mute/Unmute sound.

Decrease/Increase volume.

Enable/Disable the microphones.

Decrease/Increase the screen brightness.

Switch display devices.

Turn on/off airplane mode.

Start the Settings app.

Enable/Disable the camera.

Enable/Disable the touchpad.

Switch between insert mode and overtype mode.

Enable/Disable the print screen function.

Start/End screen recording.

Note: This function is available only when you are playing games.

Turn on/off the keyboard backlight.

Note: You can also press Fn and this hotkey to adjust the backlight brightness.

Hotkey mode

Some hotkeys share keys with functions keys (F1 to F12). The hotkey mode is a UEFI/BIOS setting that changes how hotkeys (or function keys) are used.

Hotkey mode setting How to use hotkeys How to use function keys

Disabled Hold down the Fn key and press one

of the hotkeys.

Enabled Press the hotkeys directly. Hold down the Fn key and press one

Press the function keys directly.

of the function keys.

Note: Hotkeys that do not share keys with function keys are not affected by the hotkey mode setting. They should always be used with the Fn key.

Hidden keys

Some numeric and character keys on your keyboard can be used with the Fn key to enable certain settings. These keys are called hidden keys.

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Hidden keys Function

Fn + 4 Enter sleep mode.

Fn + B Activate the break function.

Fn + K

Fn + L

Fn + P Activate the pause function.

Fn + Q Adjust thermal mode.

Fn + S Activate system request.

Enable/Disable scroll lock.

Enable/Disable the Y-shaped logo backlight.

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 (0.14inches) and 4-pole plug to the audio connector.

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.

Use the camera

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

To take photos or record a video:

1. Open the Start menu and click Camera.

2. To take a photo, click the camera icon. If you want to record video, 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, open the Start menu and then click Lenovo Vantage ➙ Hardware Settings ➙ Audio/Visual. Locate the Camera section and then follow the on-screen instructions to configure the camera settings.

Connect to an external display

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

Connect a wired display

1. Connect the external display to an appropriate video connector on your computer, such as the HDMI connector or Mini DisplayPort connector.

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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

Your computer supports the following video resolution, if the external display also supports that resolution.

Connect the external display to Supported resolution

the USB-C connector or the Mini DisplayPort connector Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz

the HDMI connector

Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels / 60 Hz

Connect a wireless display (for computers and external displays supporting Miracast®)

• Open the Start menu, and then click Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Connected devices ➙ Add a device.

• Click the action center icon

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

display and follow the on-screen instructions.

Set the display mode

Press

and then select a display mode of your preference.

• PC screen only: Displays the video output only on your computer screen.

Note: Depending on the situation, you might see Disconnect, PC screen only, Computer only, or Disconnect projector.

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

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

• Second screen only: Displays the video output only on an external display.

Note: Depending on the situation, you might see Projector only or Second screen only.

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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