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User Guide

Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15″, 9)


Read this first

Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
following:
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide

First Edition (September 2024)

© Copyright Lenovo 2024.


LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services
Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-
35F-05925.
Contents

About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii The Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 17


Open the Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . 17
Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1 Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 18
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Microphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 The Copilot key . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Ambient light sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Touch operations supported by Windows . . . 20
Infrared LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 21
Infrared camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Protect your privacy using the camera
Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Camera light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Time-of-flight sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 23
Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Intelligent features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Top view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Smart Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Smart Share . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Smart Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Dolby Atmos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Color Management. . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Left view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Eye Care Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
HDMI connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Gesture controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector . . . . . 5 Presence Detection . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Charging light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Super Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Combo audio jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Smart Noise Cancelling . . . . . . . . . . 28
Right view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Camera switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Rechargeable battery pack . . . . . . . . 29
Power light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Set power button behavior. . . . . . . . . 30
Power button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 A power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector . . . . . 8 System operation modes . . . . . . . . . 31
USB Standard-A connector . . . . . . . . . 8 Adjustable display refresh rate . . . . . . . 31
Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Change settings in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . 31
Air vents (outlet) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . 32
Air vents (intake) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 32
Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Select boot devices . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Novo button hole . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Change hotkey mode . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . 11 Enable or disable Flip to Start . . . . . . . 32
Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . 12 Set passwords in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . 32
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . 13 Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Laser safety information . . . . . . . . . . 13 Set administrator password . . . . . . . . 33
Change or remove administrator password . . 33
Chapter 2. Get started with your Set user password . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Enable power-on password . . . . . . . . 34
Connect to a network . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Set hard disk password . . . . . . . . . . 34
Connect to a Wi-Fi network . . . . . . . . 15 Change or remove hard disk password . . . . 34
Establish a wired connection . . . . . . . . 15
Unique Lenovo apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Chapter 4. Help and support . . . . . 37
Lenovo Vantage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 37
Work with Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 How do I partition my storage drive . . . . . 37
Windows help information . . . . . . . . . 17

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What should I do if my computer stops What is a CRU? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
responding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 CRUs for your product model . . . . . . . . . 39
What should I do if I spill liquid on the Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 40
Where can I get the latest device drivers and
UEFI/BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 40
Why does my screen brightness change Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 41
constantly?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Why does my computer start automatically Appendix A. Function descriptions
when I open the lid? . . . . . . . . . . . 37 for Lenovo hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . 43
I pressed the Copilot key on my keyboard, but
neither Copilot in Windows nor Windows Appendix B. Notices and
Search opened. What could be the potential trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
cause? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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About this guide
• This guide applies to Lenovo product model(s) listed below. Illustrations in this guide may look slightly
different from your product model.

Model name Machine type (MT)

Yoga Slim 7 15ILL9 83HM

• For further compliance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at
https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices.
• This guide may contain information about accessories, features, and software that are not available on all
models.
• This guide contains instructions that are based on the Windows operating system. These instructions are
not applicable if you install and use other operating systems.
• Microsoft® makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update.
As a result, the operating system related instructions may become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources
for the latest information.
• The content of the guide is subject to change without notice. To obtain the latest version, go to
https://support.lenovo.com.

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Chapter 1. Meet your computer

Front view

Figure 1. Front view

No. Description

1 Microphones

2 Ambient light sensor

3 Infrared LED
4 Infrared camera
5 Camera
6 Camera light

7 Time-of-flight sensor

8 Screen

Microphones
The microphones are the PC's built-in sound input devices. They capture your voice and ambient sound and
convert them into digital form. Microphones are essential components when you use your PC for video
conferencing or voice recording.

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Ambient light sensor
The ambient light sensor detects and measures the intensity of light in the user's environment. The data
collected by this sensor can be used to enable adaptive brightness for the PC's built-in display and
keyboard.

Infrared LED
The infrared LED generates and emits near-infrared waves that are received and used by a camera (or a
dedicated infrared camera) for facial recognition.

Infrared camera
The infrared camera receives near-infrared waves emitted by an infrared LED and reflected by a human face.
It is used for facial recognition.

Camera
The built-in camera captures visible light and converts it to digital signals. It is used for video recordings and
video conferencing.

Camera light
The camera light indicates whether the camera is activated.

Table 1. Camera light status and description

Camera light status Description

On The camera is activated.


Off The camera is not activated.

Time-of-flight sensor
The time-of-flight sensor (also referred to as a ToF sensor) emits an infrared laser and uses the reflected
infrared energy to measure the distance and depth of objects in front of it. The data collected by the sensor
can be used to detect human presence or recognize gestures.

Note: The infrared laser emitted by the ToF sensor is invisible to the human eye.

Screen
The screen of the built-in display is where text, graphics, and videos are displayed.

The screen is touch-enabled, allowing you to interact with your PC by intuitively touching buttons, icons, and
menu items displayed on the screen. Touch-enabled screens also support multi-finger gestures.

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Top view

Figure 2. Top view

No. Description

1 Antennas (cannot be seen from the outside)

2 Keyboard

3 Speakers

4 Touchpad

Antennas
The antennas transmit and receive radio waves to allow data to be transferred between your PC and a Wi-Fi
network device or a Bluetooth device.

Note: The antennas are hidden inside the PC.

Keyboard
The keyboard is the PC's built-in input device for typing characters. It also includes keys that can make you
more productive when interacting with the PC, apps, and the Windows operating system.

Table 2. Productivity keys

Key Location on the keyboard Function


Function keys (F1 through In the top row Executing predefined commands or
F12) functions for selected apps

Hotkeys In the top row


• Changing some of the PC's frequently
used settings
• Opening an app or a Windows gadget

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Table 2. Productivity keys (continued)

Key Location on the keyboard Function


fn key In the lower-left corner
• Toggling the functions of dual-function
keys
• Used with several letter keys to change
some of the PC's frequently used
settings

Windows key In the lower-left corner Used with certain keys to change some
frequently used Windows settings

Hotkeys share keys with function keys. To toggle the functions for these keys, hold down the fn key or turn
on the fn lock switch.

Note: Keyboard layout varies by language and geographical location. The keyboard on your PC may look
slightly different from the product illustrations of this publication.
Related topics
“Hotkeys” on page 18
“The fn lock switch” on page 18
Appendix A “Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys” on page 43

Speakers
The speakers are the PC's built-in sound output devices.

Touchpad
The touchpad is the PC's built-in pointing device, which provides the basic functionality of an external
mouse. Slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer on the screen and tap or double-tap to select
or execute a screen item.

The touchpad also supports Windows multi-finger gestures, which provide shortcuts to frequently used apps
and functions.

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Left view

Figure 3. Left view

No. Description

1 HDMI™ connector
2 Multi-purpose USB Type-C® connector / Power connector

3 Charging light

4 Combo audio jack

HDMI connector
The HDMI connector is used to connect an external display device, such as a television, a projector, or a
monitor.

Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector


This USB Type-C® connector is the PC's power input connector. Use the included power adapter and this
connector to supply power to the PC.

When this connector is not used by the included power adapter, it can also be used to connect:
• Storage or peripheral devices that follow the universal serial bus (USB) specification for data transfer and
device interconnection
• Display devices

Note: When connecting display devices, you need to use appropriate cables and adapters (if needed)
according to the connection capabilities of the display device.
• Thunderbolt™-enabled docks or devices

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Charging light
The charging light indicates whether the PC is plugged into an electrical outlet. When the PC is plugged into
an electrical outlet, the color of the light indicates whether the battery is fully charged (or will shortly be fully
charged).

Table 3. Charging light status and description

Light status Plugged in? Battery charge level

Off No /
On, amber Yes 1%–90%
On, white Yes 91%–100%

Combo audio jack


The combo audio jack is used to connect single-plug headsets, headphones, or external speakers.

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Right view

Figure 4. Right view

No. Description

1 Camera switch
2 Power light

3 Power button
4 Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector

5 USB Standard-A connector

Camera switch
This toggle switch is used to enable or disable the built-in camera.

Note: This switch is designed for privacy protection. If you don't need to use the camera, slide the switch to
the off position to prevent any apps from using the camera.

Power light
The power light indicates the current power state of the PC: whether it is powered on, powered off, in sleep
mode, or in hibernation mode.

When the PC is powered on, this light can also indicate low battery by blinking rapidly.

Table 4. Power light status and description

Light status Power state Battery charge level

White (solid on) Powered on 21%–100%

White (blinking rapidly) Powered on 1%–20%

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Table 4. Power light status and description (continued)

Light status Power state Battery charge level

White (blinking slowly) In sleep mode /

Off Powered off or in hibernation mode /

Power button
Press the power button to turn on your PC.

Note: By default, on a Windows PC, pressing the power button when the PC is turned on will put the PC into
sleep mode.

Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector


This multi-purpose USB Type-C® connector is used to connect:
• Storage or peripheral devices that follow the universal serial bus (USB) specification for data transfer and
device interconnection
• Display devices

Note: When connecting display devices, you need to use appropriate cables and adapters (if needed)
according to the connection capabilities of the display device.
• Thunderbolt™-enabled docks or devices

USB Standard-A connector


The USB Standard-A connector is used to connect storage or peripheral devices that follow the universal
serial bus (USB) specification for data transfer and device interconnection.

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Bottom view

Figure 5. Bottom view

No. Description
1 Air vents (outlet)

2 Air vents (intake)

3 Speakers

4 Novo button hole

Air vents (outlet)


The air vents allow hot air to be discharged out of the PC.

Important: When the PC is operating, do not place it on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surfaces.
Otherwise, the air vents will be blocked and the PC may overheat, reducing performance or causing the PC
to be unresponsive or even shut down.

Air vents (intake)


The air vents allow air to be sucked inside of the PC to cool the internal components.

Important: When the PC is operating, do not place it on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surfaces.
Otherwise, the air vents will be blocked and the PC may overheat, reducing performance or causing the PC
to be unresponsive or even shut down.

Speakers
The speakers are the PC's built-in sound output devices.

Novo button hole


When the PC is powered off, you can press the Novo button to display the Novo button menu. From the
menu, you can then choose to:
• Open the firmware setup utility
• Display the boot device selection menu

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• Display the Windows advanced startup options page

Note: The Novo button is rarely used during normal PC operations. To prevent users from accidentally
pressing it, the Novo button is placed in a recessed hole. You can use a straightened paper clip to press this
button.

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Features and specifications

Dimensions
Width 339.6 mm (13.4 inches)

Depth 234.5 mm (9.2 inches)

Thickness
• 13.9 mm (0.5 inches) (thinnest part)
• 15.2 mm (0.6 inches) (thickest part)

ac power adapter
Input 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz

Output voltage 20 V

Maximum output current 3.25 A

Maximum output power 65 W

Rechargeable battery pack


Capacity 70 Wh

Cell type Lithium-polymer

Number of cells 4

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).

Memory
Type LPDDR5X

Number of slots 0

Mass storage device


Type Solid-state drive (SSD)

Slot type M.2 (2242)

Number of slots 1
Interface PCIe Gen4

Display
Screen size (diagonal) 15.3 inches

Resolution 2880 × 1800


Supported refresh rates
• 60 Hz
• 120 Hz

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Connectors and slots
USB Standard-A connector
• Quantity: 1
• Maximum power output: 5 V, 0.9 A
• Supported signaling protocols:
– USB 2.0 480 Mbps
– SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps

Multi-purpose USB Type-C


• Quantity: 2
connector
• Maximum power output: 5 V, 3 A
• Maximum power input: 20 V, 3.25 A
• Supported signaling protocols:
– USB 2.0 480 Mbps
– SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps
– SuperSpeed USB 10 Gbps
– SuperSpeed USB 20 Gbps
– DisplayPort 2.1
– Thunderbolt 4 41.25 Gbps

HDMITM connector Supported signaling protocols:


• Fixed-rate link (FRL)
• Transition minimized differential signaling (TMDS)

Combo audio jack


• Diameter: 3.5 mm
• Supported plug:
– 3-pole, TRS
– 4-pole, TRRS (CTIA and OMTP)

Note: Data rates and performance ratings are dependent on connected devices and cables if they are used.
USB Type-C connectors that are DisplayPort 2.1 compliant through DisplayPort alternate mode provide
maximum output resolution of 7680 x 4320, at 60 Hz frame rate and color depth of 36 bpp (bits per pixel).
The actual maximum output resolution is dependent on the connected display device and the cable being
used.

Networking
Wi-Fi® Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth® Bluetooth 5.4

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.

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USB device Data rate (Gbit/s)

3.2 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 10
3.2 Gen 2 × 2 20

Operating environment

Maximum altitude (without pressurization)


3048 m (10 000 ft)

Temperature
• At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft)
– Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
– Storage: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°F)
• At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft)
– Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition: 31.3°C (88°F)

Note: When you charge the battery, its temperature must be no lower than 10°C (50°F).

Relative humidity
• Operating: 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F)
• Storage: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F)

Laser safety information


This device is classified as a Class 1 consumer laser product per IEC 60825-1:2014, EN 60825-1:2014
+A11:2021, and EN 50689:2021. This device complies with FDA performance standards for laser products
except for conformance with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3, as described in Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019.

CAUTION:
This device contains a laser that could be damaged during repair or disassembly, which could result
in hazardous exposure to infrared laser emissions. There are no user serviceable parts within the
device. Do not attempt to disassemble or service the device.
Related topics
“Time-of-flight sensor” on page 2

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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer

Connect to a network

Connect to a Wi-Fi network


Ensure that you have a secure Wi-Fi network account and the required credentials.

Step 1. Select the network icon on the bottom right of your display.
Step 2. Select an available network, and then select Connect.
If you want to be automatically connected to this Wi-Fi network the next time you start your
computer, select Connect automatically before selecting Connect.
Step 3. Input your credentials if necessary, and then follow the on-screen instructions to connect to the
disired Wi-Fi network.

Establish a wired connection


Step 1. Plug an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet connector on your computer.
Step 2. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into a network wall jack or a router.

Note: If your computer does not include an Ethernet connector, you can purchase a USB-C to Ethernet
adapter from Lenovo at https://www.lenovo.com/accessories.

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Unique Lenovo apps

Lenovo Vantage
Lenovo Vantage is a one-stop solution to help you update your computer, configure hardware settings, and
access personalized support.

If your computer is pre-installed with Lenovo Vantage, type Vantage in the Windows search box to launch
this app.

Notes:
• Available features may vary depending on your computer model.
• You can download the latest version of this app from Microsoft Store.

Work with Windows


The following table contains Windows frequently used settings. You can learn the basics and start working
with Windows right away.

To configure settings, type the corresponding keywords in the Windows search box and select the best
match. Follow the on-screen instructions to customize settings.

Table 5. Basic settings

Functions Descriptions Search by


keywords

Control Panel View or change Windows settings, including hardware and software setup Control Panel
and configuration.

Connect to Wi-Fi For models with a wireless LAN module, you can connect your computer to Wi-Fi
networks a Wi-Fi® network. Click the network icon in the Windows notification area,
and then select a network for connection.
Note: The wireless LAN module on your computer may support different
standards. For some countries or regions, use of 802.11ax may be disabled
according to local regulations.

Airplane mode Airplane mode is a convenient setting to turn all wireless communications of Airplane mode
your computer on and off. You may need to turn it on when boarding an
airplane.

Night light mode Night light is a switch in Windows that you can turn on and off. When it is Night light
turned on, your screen shows warmer colors and the amount of emitted
blue light is reduced. Enabling night light reduces the chances of developing
eye fatigue or eye strain.
Note: For more guidance on reducing eye fatigue or eye strain, go to
https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/compliance/visual-fatigue.

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Table 5. Basic settings (continued)

Functions Descriptions Search by


keywords

Adjust color If night light mode is turned on, you can adjust the color temperature of the Night light
temperature screen.
Note: Selected Lenovo computers are low blue light certified using night
light mode and color temperature settings available in the pre-installed
operating system. These computers are tested with night light turned on
and color temperature set to 48 or greater.

Windows Microsoft periodically releases feature and security updates to the Windows Windows Updates
Updates operating system. Updates that are applicable to your Windows version are
downloaded automatically when your computer is connected to the
Internet. When updates are downloaded, you are prompted to restart the
computer to install these updates. You can also manually check if there are
available updates for the installed version of Windows.
Attention: Only use Windows Update to download and install updates.
Updates downloaded from other sources may include security risks.

Table 6. Optional settings

Functions Descriptions Search by


keywords

Set up face For models with a Windows Hello-compatible infrared camera, you can set Sign-in options
recognition up face recognition to sign in with your face.

Windows help information


If the on-screen instructions cannot solve your problem, refer to the following to get the online Windows help
information.
• Type Get Help or Tips in the Windows search box and then press enter. When the app opens, type the
problem description and select the matched result.
• Visit Microsoft support Web site: https://support.microsoft.com. Enter what you are looking for in the
search box and get search results.

The Novo Button menu


The Novo Button menu can be displayed before the operating system starts. From the menu, you can
choose to
• Open the BIOS/UEFI setup utility
• Open the boot device selection menu
• Open the Windows startup options screen

Note: From the Windows startup options screen, you can then choose to
Start your computer using a recovery drive
Reset your computer
Open advanced options screen

Open the Novo Button menu


For Lenovo computers with a Novo button, you can press the button to open the Novo Button menu.

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Step 1. Turn off the computer.
Step 2. Open the LCD screen and press the Novo button.

Note: Alternatively, turn off the computer. Press fn and the power button to open the Novo Button menu.

Interact with your computer

Hotkeys
Look at the top row of the keyboard of your Lenovo computer and you’ll find keys with printed icons. These
keys are called hotkeys and they provide shortcuts to functions that you’ll use frequently. The function that
each hotkey provides is denoted by the icon printed on the key.

Hotkeys share keys with function keys (F1–F12) and other keys. Depending on the fn lock setting, you use
hotkey functions by pressing the key directly or in combination with the fn key.

Note: The fn lock switch does not apply to hotkeys not found in the first row of the keyboard. To use these
hotkeys, always hold down the fn key while pressing the key.

Figure 6. Location of the fn key

The fn lock switch


The fn lock is an electronic switch that affects how you use hotkey functions. To turn it on and off, press fn +
esc.

Note: The esc key is in the upper left corner of the keyboard. It has an LED that indicates the status of the fn
lock switch.

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Figure 7. Locations of the fn lock key and the fn key

A Lenovo keyboard usually contains hotkeys in the top row. These hotkeys share keys with the function keys
(F1–F12) and other keys. For these dual-function keys, the icons or characters denoting the primary functions
are printed on top of the icons and characters denoting the secondary functions.

• A: an icon or character denoting the primary function


• B: an icon or character denoting the secondary function

Figure 8. The layout of a dual-function key

Table 7. fn lock and dual-function keys

fn lock fn lock Pressing the hotkey alone Pressing the hotkey while holding down
(esc) status the fn key
LED
Off Disabled Primary function Secondary function

On Enabled Secondary function Primary function

Related topics
“Hotkeys” on page 18
Appendix A “Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys” on page 43

The Copilot key


The era of AI has arrived, and many Lenovo PCs now include a Copilot key on the keyboard. It is located
either in the bottom or the top row of the keyboard and is marked with .

For Windows PCs with Copilot in Windows available and enabled, pressing the Copilot key opens Copilot in
Windows. Otherwise, pressing the Copilot key opens Windows Search.

Note: Copilot in Windows may not be available in all geographical locations. In regions where Copilot in
Windows is available, you may need to update your Windows operating system to version 23H2 or later
through Windows Update for Copilot in Windows to become available.

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Related topics
“I pressed the Copilot key on my keyboard, but neither Copilot in Windows nor Windows Search opened.
What could be the potential cause?” on page 38

Touch operations supported by Windows


For computers with a touch-enabled screen, you can touch the screen directly with your fingers and interact
with your computer in a more natural way. The following table lists frequently used touch operations that are
supported by the Windows operating system.

Touch operation Used for


Opening apps, documents, and other functions on the
taskbar or the Start menu

Tap

Opening apps that are pinned on the desktop

Tap twice quickly

Opening the context menu

Tap, hold and lift

Zooming out

Pinch
Zooming in

Spread

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Touch operation Used for
Opening the widgets panel

Swipe in from the left edge

Opening the notification center

Swipe in from the right edge

The Windows operating system also supports 3- and 4-finger gestures on the screen and the touchpad. You
can set them up in Settings ➙ Bluetooth & devices.

Connect to an external display

Connect to a wired display


Connect your computer to the desired display with an appropriate cable.

Step 1. Connect one end of the display cable to the HDMI connector or a multi-purpose USB Type-C
connector on your computer.
Step 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the display.

Connect to a wireless display


Ensure that:
• Both your computer and the display support Miracast® technology.
• The display is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer and is discoverable.

Step 1. Press Windows key + K.

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The computer searches for wireless display devices and audio devices and lists the results.
Step 2. Select the display you want to connect to, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Change display settings


Step 1. Right-click on a blank area on the desktop, and then select Display settings.
Your computer shows the Display window.
Step 2. Select the display for which you want to change the settings.
Step 3. Change the display settings as necessary.

Set the display mode


Step 1. Press or fn + .
Your computer shows a list of display modes, with the current mode highlighted.
Step 2. Select a display mode from the list.

Protect your privacy using the camera switch


The camera switch is a mechanical button that prevents any attempt from capturing your image, thus
protecting your privacy. To disable the camera, slide the camera switch to the direction with . When you
want to use the camera again, slide the camera switch to the other direction.

If you slide the camera switch to during a video call, people on the video call will not be able to see you. If
you slide the camera switch back to the opposite position, they will be able to see you again.

Note: After you slide the camera switch, or is displayed on the screen to indicate that the setting is
successful.

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Intelligent features
Your computer may be pre-installed with Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager. Most features described
here can be enabled or disabled in one of these apps. Other features may be enabled in a standalone app.

Notes:
• Software features are subject to change. Please refer to your actual product.
• You may need to complete online update to the apps for the features to take effect.

Smart Modes
During your daily use of the PC, you may wish to enable specific settings to better meet your needs at the
moment, but you may find certain setup processes to be complicated or even frustrating.

Your PC provides a Smart Modes feature by categorizing the settings into several pre-defined modes for
your convenience. Pressing the key on the top row of your keyboard opens a Vantage widget,
allowing you to select or cancel any desired mode with one click.

Note: To hide the Vantage widget, press again.

The pre-defined modes are described in the table below.

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Table 8. Pre-defined modes for your selection

Mode Function
Attention Mode Minimizes distractions by blocking access to pre-set domains and
notifications.
Shield mode Enhances online security and privacy through auto-prompt VPN,
privacy alert, and privacy guard features.

Collaboration mode Improves video effects for virtual meetings to ensure a more
immersive collaboration experience.

Wellness mode Promotes digital health by encouraging regular eye breaks and
fostering ergonomic habits.

Power mode Optimizes energy efficiency by prioritizing performance, battery life,


and fan speed.

Smart Share
Your PC supports fast and convenient photo sharing with Android or iOS phones. Pressing the key on the
top row of your keyboard opens the Intel® Unison™ app for a Smart Share experience.

You can follow the instructions on the app to pair your PC with a phone, and then drag and drop photos
between the paired PC and phone for editing and sharing.

Smart Care
Whenever you have concerns or doubts about your PC, or encounter any issues during your daily use of the
PC, you can get comprehensive help from Lenovo service specialists in the Smart Care section of Lenovo
Vantage.

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In addition to standard support services such as eTicket and forum, Smart Care provides several options for
you to get help from Lenovo.

Table 9. Service options provided by Smart Care

Option Function
Chat with an agent Chat with a service specialist to receive immediate help on your
questions or concerns about using your PC.

Call Support Call Lenovo using video or audio, or schedule a time for Lenovo
specialists to call you back.

Lena Chat Talk with the Vantage chatbot to resolve common device issues.

Note: Besides the options listed above, you can also use the Lenovo Smart Care app on your phone to
receive equivalent services for your PC.

Dolby Atmos
If your PC is preinstalled with Dolby Atmos, you can set or define Dolby profiles in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo
PC Manager.

Dolby Atmos includes a set of fine-tuned audio processing parameters. You can select a profile that best
suits your needs and adjust the profile settings if applicable.

Available profiles are described in the table below.

Table 10. Available profiles for Dolby Atmos

Profile Description

Dynamic Dolby technology identifies the content type and performs automatic
adjustments.

Movie Virtualized surround sound and clearer dialogues help you attend to every detail
of the story.

Music Rich, detailed audio optimized for music.

Game Distinct sound placement makes it easier to locate sounds from any angle.

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Table 10. Available profiles for Dolby Atmos (continued)

Profile Description

Voice Enhances clear and consistent voice quality for virtual meetings and calls.

Custom More flexibility is available with the audio processing settings.


Note: You can create multiple custom profiles to best suit your needs for
different scenarios.

Color Management
You may have the impression that sometimes the color display on a PC deviates from the actual situation. To
help minimize the deviations and ensure your display presents colors accurately, your PC provides a Color
Management function. It allows you to use the Auto mode or to manually select your preferred color display
mode in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager.

The available modes are described in the table below.

Table 11. Color display modes

Color display mode Description

Auto Automatically switches the color space to display more accurate


colors based on the content.
sRGB Applicable for texts and web pages.

P3 Applicable for videos and photographs.

Eye Care Mode


Eye Care Mode intelligently adjusts the color temperature of the screen and can reduce the chances of
developing eye fatigue or eye strain.

Gesture controls

Lenovo unique touch gestures


In addition to touch gestures supported by the Windows operating system, some Lenovo computers may
support additional touch gestures. You can perform these gestures on the touchpad of your computer.

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Gesture Function
Increases/Decreases display brightness when you watch
videos in full screen mode.
Note: This gesture is not supported by all video players
and may conflict with similar third-party gesture
functions.

Slide up/down on the left side of the touchpad


Note: For computers with a touch-enabled screen, you
can also perform this gesture on the left side of the
screen.
Increases/Decreases system volume when you watch
videos in full screen mode.
Note: This gesture is not supported by all video players
and may conflict with similar third-party gesture
functions.

Slide up/down on the right side of the touchpad


Note: For computers with a touch-enabled screen, you
can also perform this gesture on the right side of the
screen.

Presence Detection
Presence Detection enables you to improve work efficiency by automatically waking up and logging into your
computer, or dimming the display and locking the computer depending on user detection.

For selected video players, this feature will pause any video playing when you leave the computer and
resume upon your return.

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Super Resolution
By utilizing the capabilities and potentials of Intel processors, Super Resolution helps you play videos with a
higher resolution than the original. It works especially well in cases where the source video has a poor
resolution.

For most players, Super Resolution can be enabled or disabled in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager,
but for some specific players, you might need to enable this feature manually.

Smart Noise Cancelling


Smart Noise Cancelling is a noise reduction feature available on some Lenovo product models. By filtering
out input and output noises, Smart Noise Cancelling enhances your audio experience.

Function Description Remarks


Voice Recognition: Your computer captures multiple voices in
a way that reflects their original spatial positions.

Only My Voice: This option requires you to record your voice so • This function takes effect
that your computer captures this voice only and tries to only when built-in
eliminate other voices. microphones/arrays or 3.5
Microphone Note: To remove your voice record, select REMOVE MY
noise cancelling mm jack wired microphones
VOICE. are used as the input media.
Normal: Your computer focuses on the voice of the person • To disable this function,
facing it and reduces ambient sounds. select Off.
Multiple Voices: Your computer captures multiple voices from
an expanded range in front of the computer.

Speaker noise Your computer filters out other sounds to play only human These functions are not
cancelling voices. applicable to scenarios like
listening to music and watching
Meeting noise When this function is selected, your computer uses special videos.
cancelling algorithms for noise reduction when you are using conferencing
applications.

Notes:
• Depending on its hardware, your computer may not support all the functions and options described
above.
• You can view and customize this feature under Device Settings in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC
Manager.

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Manage power
Use the information in this section to achieve the best balance between performance and power efficiency.

Rechargeable battery pack


Your computer includes a built-in, rechargeable battery pack that makes mobile computing a reality. When
the computer is plugged into an electrical outlet, the battery charges. If you use the computer when you
don't have access to an electrical outlet, the battery discharges to supply electricity that the computer
system requires for operation.

You can charge the battery any time you want. The battery packs of Lenovo computers support multiple
charging modes that are suitable for different power usage habits. You can switch the battery’s active
charging mode in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager.

Battery charging is also affected by its temperature. The recommended temperature range for charging the
battery is between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F).

Note:
You can check the battery temperature in Lenovo Vantage.
To maximize the life of the battery, once the battery is fully charged, it must discharge to 94% or lower
before it will be allowed to recharge again.

Normal mode
Normal mode is the most basic charging mode. In normal mode, it typically takes 2 to 4 hours for the battery
to charge from 0% to 100%.

Rapid charge mode


If you want the battery to be charged faster than in normal mode, switch the battery charging to rapid charge
mode. The following table lists the estimated time needed for batteries in rapid charge mode to be charged
to 80% and 100% respectively.

Table 12. Estimated charge time for batteries in rapid charge mode

Mode Time needed to charge from 0% to 80% Time needed to charge from 0% to 100%

Rapid charge Less than 1 hour Less than 2 hours

Note: The estimated charge time assumes that the battery is charged while the PC is in sleep, hibernation,
or powered-off state.

Conservation mode
If your computer is constantly plugged into an electrical outlet, consider switching the battery charging to
conservation mode. In conservation mode, the battery will not be fully charged. Instead, the battery’s charge
will be kept within 75%–80%. This is beneficial to the long-term health of the battery.

Note: If you want the battery to be fully charged before bringing the computer to work, disable conservation
mode by switching the battery charging to normal or rapid charge mode.

Overnight charge optimization


Some people follow a regular pattern when using their computers. They finish their workday with the
computer at a low battery charge level. They plug in their computers at night and need the battery to be fully
charged the next morning so they can unplug the computer and bring it to work. These activities happen at

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approximately the same time each day. If this sounds like you, consider enabling overnight charge
optimization for the battery.

Overnight charge optimization affects battery charging during the night hours, the time when you’re usually
asleep. When it is enabled, the computer regularly adapts its charging behavior based on observation of
when you plug in the computer at night and unplug it in the morning. During the nighttime, the battery is
charged to a particular range and is kept within that range for an extended period, before being further
charged to 100%. Overnight charge optimization ensures safe charging during the night and is beneficial to
the long-term health of the battery.

Note: With overnight charge optimization enabled, if you break your routine one day by unplugging the
computer much earlier than usual in the morning, you may find that the battery is not fully charged.

If the battery pack of your computer supports overnight charge optimization, it can be enabled in Lenovo
Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager.

Recover full battery capacity


If your computer is constantly plugged in to an electrical outlet and the battery rarely discharges, the battery
may not be charged to its full capacity even if the battery meter reports 100% charge. You can recover the
battery’s full charging potential simply by discharging and re-charging the battery.

Step 1. Unplug the computer and use it until the battery charge drops below 20%.
Step 2. Plug in the computer and charge the battery to 100%.

Set power button behavior


By default, pressing the power button puts the computer to sleep mode. However, you can change the
power button behavior in Windows Control Panel.

Step 1. Type Control Panel in the Windows search box and then press enter. Open the control panel and
view by large or small icons.
Step 2. Select the power options and then click choose what the power button does.

A power plan
A power plan is a collection of power-saving settings made available by an operating system. With a power
plan, you can set idle time-outs for different hardware components to enter a low-power state. The default
power plan and some of its idle time-out settings are listed below for computer models pre-installed with
Windows.

The listed settings are active when the computer is connected to an electrical outlet. If your computer include
a built-in battery pack, a different collection of time-out settings is set to take effect when the computer is
operating on battery power.
• Default power plan: Balanced
• Turn off the display: after 5 minutes
• Put the computer to sleep: after 5 minutes

Note: To wake the computer from the sleep state, press the power button or any key on the keyboard.

Change or customize a power plan


This operation is applicable to computers with pre-installed Windows.

Step 1. Type power plan in the Windows search box and then press enter.

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Step 2. Customize a power plan of your preference.

System operation modes


Lenovo has preset several modes in which your computer can operate. The maximum attainable
performance, power consumption, and speed limit for the heat sink fan vary between the operation modes.
Consider the following conditions when you want to switch operation modes.
• The environment where you use your computer, and
• The tasks running on your computer

You can switch the operation mode in the pre-installed app Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager. As a
shortcut, you can also use the key combination fn + Q. Three modes are usually available for most Lenovo
computers. The following table lists the operation modes and the recommended conditions for each mode.

Note: The operation modes listed in the table are descriptive and may not be the same as those displayed
by the app.

Table 13. Operation modes and their recommended usage conditions

Operation mode Recommended conditions

High Performance
• Your computer is plugged into an electrical outlet.
• You want the best performance, and
• You don't care if the fan makes a little noise.
Auto (Balance) You plan to frequently switch between different computer tasks over a period of time.

Power Saving (Quiet)


• Your computer is operating on battery power, or
• You want the computer to be as quiet as possible.

Note: In Auto (Balance) mode, the computer dynamically switches between High Performance mode and
Power Saving (Quiet) mode depending on the tasks running on the computer.

Adjustable display refresh rate


Your eyes might not notice it but the content displayed on the computer screen refreshes constantly. Display
refresh rate refers to the number of times per second the screen content refreshes itself and is measured in
hertz (Hz).

A refresh rate of 60 Hz is adequate for most situations and is energy efficient. However, when viewing videos
or playing video games, a higher refresh rate usually provides a smoother viewing experience.

The displays of some Lenovo computers support dual refresh rates. For such a computer, you can manually
switch its display to work at either the higher or lower refresh rate. For Windows operation systems, the
manual settings are usually found in Settings ➙ System ➙ Display. As a shortcut, you can also use the key
combination fn + R to switch the display refresh rate.

Note: Not all displays support dual refresh rates. If you cannot find settings to change the display refresh
rate, the refresh rate of the display might be fixed or cannot be manually changed.

Change settings in UEFI/BIOS setup utility


This section introduces what is UEFI/BIOS and the operations you can perform in its setup utility.

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What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility
UEFI/BIOS is the first program that runs when a computer starts. UEFI/BIOS initializes hardware components
and loads the operating system and other programs. Your computer may include a setup program (setup
utility) with which you can change certain UEFI/BIOS settings.

Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility


Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer.
Step 2. When the Lenovo logo appears on the screen, press F2 repeatedly.

Note: For computers with hotkey mode enabled, press fn + F2.

Select boot devices


Normally, the computer starts to a boot manager loaded from the secondary storage device of the computer.
Occasionally, you may need to start the computer to a program or boot manager loaded from another device
or a network location. After the system firmware initializes all devices, you can press an interruption key to
display the boot menu and select a desired boot device.

Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer.


Step 2. Press F12.
Step 3. From the boot device menu, select a boot device to start the computer.

You can make a permanent change on boot devices in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility. Select the Boot menu; in
the EFI section, select the desired boot device and move it to the top of the device list. Save changes and
exit the setup utility for the change to take effect.

Change hotkey mode


Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.
Step 2. Select Configuration ➙ Hotkey Mode and press enter.
Step 3. Change the setting to Disabled or Enabled.
Step 4. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes.

Enable or disable Flip to Start


When Flip to Start is enabled, you can turn on the computer by flipping open the screen.

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.


Step 2. Select Configuration.
Step 3. Change the setting for Flip to Start.

Note: You may also set Flip to Start in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager.

Set passwords in UEFI/BIOS setup utility


This section introduces the types of passwords that you can set in the UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware
Interface) or BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) setup utility.

Password types
You can set various types of passwords in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.

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Password type Pre-requisite Usage

Administrator password No You must enter it to start the setup


utility.

User password The administrator password must be You can use the user password to
set. start the setup utility.

Master hard disk password No You must enter it to start the


operating system.

User hard disk password The master hard disk password must You can use the user hard disk
be set. password to start the operating
system.

Notes:
• All passwords set in the setup utility consist of alphanumeric characters only.
• If you start the setup utility using the user password, you can only change a few settings.

Set administrator password


You set the administrator password to prevent unauthorized access to the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.

Attention: If you forget the administrator password, a Lenovo authorized service personnel cannot reset
your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized service personnel to have the system
board replaced. Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be charged for parts and service.

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.


Step 2. Select Security ➙ Set Administrator Password and press enter.
Step 3. Enter a password string that contains only letters and numbers and then press enter.
Step 4. Enter the password again and press enter.
Step 5. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes.

Next time you start the computer, you must enter the administrator password to open the setup utility. If
Power on Password is enabled, you must enter the administrator password or the user password to start
the computer.

Change or remove administrator password


Only the administrator can change or remove the administrator password.

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility using the administrator password.
Step 2. Select Security ➙ Set Administrator Password and press enter.
Step 3. Enter the current password.
Step 4. In the Enter New Password text box, enter the new password.
Step 5. In the Confirm New Password text box, enter the new password again.

Note: If you want to remove the password, press enter in both text boxes without entering any
character.
Step 6. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes.

If you remove the administrator password, the user password is also removed.

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Set user password
You must set the administrator password before you can set the user password.

The administrator of the setup utility might need to set a user password for use by others.

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility using the administrator password.
Step 2. Select Security ➙ Set User Password and press enter.
Step 3. Enter a password string that contains only letters and numbers and then press enter.
The user password must be different from the administrator password.
Step 4. Enter the password again and press enter.
Step 5. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes.

Enable power-on password


If the administrator password has been set, you can enable power-on password to enforce greater security.

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.


Step 2. Select Security ➙ Power on Password and press enter.

Note: The administrator password must be set in advance.


Step 3. Change the setting to Enabled.
Step 4. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes.

If power-on password is enabled, a prompt appears on the screen every time you turn on the computer. You
must enter the administrator or user password to start the computer.

Set hard disk password


You can set a hard disk password in the setup utility to prevent unauthorized access to your data.

Attention: Be extremely careful when setting a hard disk password. If you forget the hard disk password, a
Lenovo authorized service personnel cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You
must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized service personnel to have the hard disk drive replaced.
Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be charged for parts and service.

Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.


Step 2. Select Security ➙ Set Hard Disk Password and press enter.

Note: If you start the setup utility using the user password, you cannot set hard disk password.
Step 3. Follow on-screen instructions to set both master and user passwords.

Note: The master and user hard disk passwords must be set at the same time.
Step 4. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes.

If the hard disk password is set, you must provide the correct password to start the operating system.

Change or remove hard disk password


Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.
Step 2. Select Security.
Step 3. Change or remove the hard disk password.

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To change or remove master password, select Change Master Password and press enter.

Note: If you remove the master hard disk password, the user hard disk password is also removed.

To change user password, select Change User Password and press enter.

Note: The user hard disk password cannot be removed separately.


Step 4. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes.

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Chapter 4. Help and support

Frequently asked questions

How do I partition my storage drive


Refer to https://support.lenovo.com/solutions/ht503851.

What should I do if my computer stops responding


Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. Then restart the computer.

What should I do if I spill liquid on the computer


1. Carefully unplug the ac power adapter and turn off the computer immediately. The more quickly you
stop the current from passing through the computer the more likely you will reduce damage from short
circuits.

Attention: Although you might lose some data or work by turning off the computer immediately, leaving
the computer on might make your computer unusable.
2. Wait until you are certain that all the liquid is dry before turning on your computer.

CAUTION:
Do not try to drain out the liquid by turning over the computer. If your computer has keyboard
drainage holes on the bottom, the liquid will be drained out through the holes.

Where can I get the latest device drivers and UEFI/BIOS


• Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager
• Lenovo Support Web site at https://support.lenovo.com

Why does my screen brightness change constantly?


Your computer may include an ambient light sensor and the adaptive brightness feature is enabled. The light
sensor can detect the intensity of the surrounding light. Using data provided by the sensor, the operating
system can dynamically adjust the screen brightness.

The adaptive brightness feature of the operating system can be disabled. For Windows operating systems,
adaptive brightness settings are usually found in Settings ➙ System ➙ Display.

Why does my computer start automatically when I open the lid?


Your computer may have Flip to Start enabled. Many Lenovo notebook computers include a sensor that can
detect the angle at which the lid is opened. When you open the lid, the sensor can detect this behavior. If Flip
to Start is enabled, the computer will respond by starting up automatically.

If you don’t like this feature, you can disable it. Flip to Start can be enabled and disabled in:
• Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager
• Firmware Setup Utility

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I pressed the Copilot key on my keyboard, but neither Copilot in
Windows nor Windows Search opened. What could be the potential
cause?
Your Windows operating system version is not up to date and does not include the necessary software
components. Update your Windows operating system to version 23H2 or later using Windows Update and
then try again.

Note: The Version 23H2 update may not be immediately available for your PC. You may need to periodically
open Windows Update and manually check for updates to install the 23H2 update when it becomes available
for your PC.

Self-help resources
Use the following self-help resources to learn more about the computer and troubleshoot problems.

Resources How to access?

• https://www.lenovo.com/tips
Troubleshooting and frequently asked questions
• https://forums.lenovo.com

Accessibility information https://www.lenovo.com/accessibility

• Use Lenovo recovery options.


1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/
HowToCreateLenovoRecovery.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
• Use Windows recovery options.
Reset or restore Windows
1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com.
2. Detect your computer or manually select your
computer model.
3. Click Diagnostics ➙ Operating System
Diagnostics and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
Use Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager to:
• Download and install the latest drivers and firmware.
• Configure hardware settings Use Windows Search.
• Diagnose computer hardware problems.
• Check the computer warranty status.

Product documentation:
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com.
• Safety and Warranty Guide 2. Detect your computer or select computer model
manually.
• Setup Guide
3. Select Documentation and filter out the
• This User Guide
documentation you want.
• Regulatory Notice

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Resources How to access?
Lenovo Support Web site with the latest support
information of the following:
• Drivers and software
• Diagnostic solutions Visit https://support.lenovo.com
• Product and service warranty
• Product and parts details
• Knowledge base and frequently asked questions

• Use Get Help or Tips.


Windows help information • Use Windows Search.
• Microsoft support Web site:
https://support.microsoft.com

What is a CRU?
Customer replaceable units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. A Lenovo
computer may contain the following types of CRUs:

Self-service CRU Parts that can be installed or replaced easily by


customer themselves or by trained service
technicians at an additional cost.
Optional-service CRU Parts that can be installed or replaced by customers
with a greater skill level. Trained service technicians
can also provide service to install or replace the
parts under the type of warranty designated for the
customer’s machine.

If you intend to install a CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. You might be required to return the defective
part that is replaced by the CRU. When return is required: (1) return instructions, a prepaid shipping label,
and a container will be included with the replacement CRU; and (2) you might be charged for the
replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective CRU within thirty (30) days of your receipt of the
replacement CRU. For full details, see the Lenovo Limited Warranty at
https://www.lenovo.com/warranty/llw_02.

CRUs for your product model


The table below lists the CRUs and CRU types that are defined for your product model.

Part Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU

Power cord X
ac power adapter X

Notes:
• CRU replacement instruction is provided in one or more of the following publications and are available
from Lenovo at any time upon your request.
the product User Guide
the printed publications that came with the product

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• Replacement of any parts not listed above, including the built-in rechargeable battery, should be done by
a qualified repair technician or by ensuring that you carefully follow all instructions provided by Lenovo.
You can also find Lenovo-authorized repair facilities by going to https://support.lenovo.com/partnerlocator
for more information.

Call Lenovo
If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support
Center.

Before you contact Lenovo


Record product information and problem details before you contact Lenovo.

Product information Problem symptoms and details

• Product name • What is the problem? Is it continuous or intermittent?


• Machine type and serial number • Any error message or error code?
• What operating system are you using? Which version?
• Which software applications were running at the time
of the problem?
• Can the problem be reproduced? If so, how?

Note: The product name and serial number can usually be found on the bottom of the computer, either
printed on a label or etched on the cover.

Lenovo Customer Support Center


During the warranty period, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center for help.

Telephone numbers
For a list of the Lenovo Support phone numbers for your country or region, go to
https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist.

Note: Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. If the number for your country or region is not
provided, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative.

Services available during the warranty period


• Problem determination - Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining if you have a
hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem.
• Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty,
trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.
• Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product
has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes
(ECs) that apply to your hardware available.

Services not covered


• Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or nonwarranted parts
• Identification of software problem sources
• Configuration of UEFI/BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade
• Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers
• Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS)

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• Installation and maintenance of programs

For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that apply to your Lenovo hardware product,
see “Warranty information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer.

Purchase additional services


During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services from Lenovo at
https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/warrantyupgrade.

Service availability and service name might vary by country or region.

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Appendix A. Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys
Hotkey functions are denoted by the icons printed on the keys. The following table describes the functions
for all Lenovo hotkeys. The keyboard of your Lenovo computer should only support a subset of the listed
hotkeys.

Table 14. Hotkey icons and denoted functions

Hotkey icon Function description

Mutes/Unmutes sound.
Increases volume.

Decreases volume.

Enables/Disables the microphone.

Increases screen brightness.

Decreases screen brightness.

Selects and sets up display devices.

Enables/Disables airplane mode. (Windows operating systems)

Displays a quick launch panel.

Enables/Disables the touchpad.

Displays all open apps as thumbnails. (Windows operating systems)

Opens the Calculator app. (Windows operating systems)

Opens the Snipping tool. (Windows operating systems)

Opens the Settings app. (Windows operating systems)

Locks the screen. (Windows operating systems)

Opens the clipboard history. (Windows operating systems)

Puts the computer to sleep.

Opens the context menu of the current active app.

Opens an associated voice app or voice service.

Adjusts the keyboard backlight.

Increases the brightness of the keyboard backlight.

Decreases the brightness of the keyboard backlight.

Answers an incoming Microsoft Teams call.

Rejects an incoming Microsoft Teams call.

Accesses Lenovo Support resources.

Starts/Pauses audio or video playback.

Stops audio or video playback.

Plays the previous audio or video in the playlist.

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Table 14. Hotkey icons and denoted functions (continued)

Hotkey icon Function description

Plays the next audio or video in the playlist.

Switches the computer’s active operation mode.

Blurs the background for videoconferencing.

Switches the computer’s active audio mode.

Turns on/off night light mode. (Windows operating systems)

Turns on/off the Eye Care mode.

Opens a custom (user-defined) app.


Note: To reset the target app, double-press this key.

Opens or hides Smart Modes.

Opens the Intel Unison app for a Smart Share experience.

Note: Hotkey functions may change if the associated app or the Windows operating system is updated.

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Appendix B. Notices and trademarks

Notices
Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult
your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your
area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that
Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service
that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead. However, it is the user's
responsibility to evaluate and verify the operation of any other product, program, or service.

Lenovo may have patents or pending patent programs covering subject matter described in this document.
The furnishing of this document does not give you any license to these patents. You can send license
inquiries, in writing, to:
Lenovo (United States), Inc.
8001 Development Drive
Morrisville, NC 27560
U.S.A.
Attention: Lenovo Director of Licensing

LENOVO PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT,
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some jurisdictions do not allow
disclaimer of express or implied warranties in certain transactions, therefore, this statement may not apply to
you.

Changes are made periodically to the information herein; these changes will be incorporated in new editions
of the publication. To provide better service, Lenovo reserves the right to improve and/or modify the
products and software programs described in the manuals included with your computer, and the content of
the manual, at any time without additional notice.

The software interface and function and hardware configuration described in the manuals included with your
computer might not match exactly the actual configuration of the computer that you purchase. For the
configuration of the product, refer to the related contract (if any) or product packing list, or consult the
distributor for the product sales. Lenovo may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it
believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

The products described in this document are not intended for use in implantation or other life support
applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to persons. The information contained in this
document does not affect or change Lenovo product specifications or warranties. Nothing in this document
shall operate as an express or implied license or indemnity under the intellectual property rights of Lenovo or
third parties. All information contained in this document was obtained in specific environments and is
presented as an illustration. The result obtained in other operating environments may vary.

Lenovo may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without
incurring any obligation to you.

Any references in this publication to non-Lenovo Web sites are provided for convenience only and do not in
any manner serve as an endorsement of those Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the
materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

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Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment. Therefore, the result
obtained in other operating environments may vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made
on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on
generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through
extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their
specific environment.

This document is copyrighted by Lenovo and is not covered by any open source license, including any Linux
agreement(s) which may accompany software included with this product. Lenovo may update this document
at any time without notice.

For the latest information or any questions or comments, contact or visit the Lenovo Web site:

https://support.lenovo.com

Trademarks
Lenovo, the Lenovo logo and Yoga are trademarks of Lenovo. Thunderbolt is a trademark of Intel
Corporation or its subsidiaries. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Hello are trademarks of the Microsoft
group of companies. DisplayPort is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. The terms
HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Wi-Fi and
Miracast are registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance. USB-C is a registered trademark of USB Implementers
Forum. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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