ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 User Guide

Access networks

Click the network icon The cellular icon on the bottom right of your display to connect to an available network. Provide required information, if needed.

Note: The wireless LAN module on your computer might support different standards. For some countries or regions, use of 802.11ax might be disabled according to local regulations.

To connect your computer to a local network, you need a Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter. Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter is available as an option and shipped with some computer models. You can purchase one from Lenovo at https://www.lenovo.com/accessories.


Illustration showing how to connect to the wired Ethernet

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

Notes:

  • Depending on the model, your computer might have no WWAN module installed.
  • The 4G or 5G cellular service is provided by authorized mobile service carriers in some countries or regions. You must have a cellular plan from a service carrier to connect to the cellular network. The cellular data plan might vary by location.
  • Network connection speeds might also vary by location, environment, network conditions and other factors.

Establish a cellular connection

This section introduces how to establish a cellular connection.

Step 1
Turn off the computer.
Step 2
Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole in the nano-SIM-card tray. The tray ejects. Install a nano-SIM card as shown and insert the tray into the nano-SIM card slot. Note the orientation of the card and ensure that it is seated correctly. Locate the nano-SIM card slot and insert the nano-SIM card.
Step 3
Turn on the computer.
Step 4
Click the network icon, and then select the cellular network icon from the list. Provide required information, if needed.

You might need to turn on Airplane mode if you board an airplane. When Airplane mode is on, all wireless features are turned off automatically. Click the network icon The cellular icon on the bottom right of your display to turn on Airplane mode.

Note: You can enable Wi-Fi networks in this mode according to your actual needs.