ThinkPad User Guide

ThinkPad User Guide

Using Your ThinkPad
Advanced Configuration
FAQ
Replacing Devices
Safety & Compliance

Product overview

∨Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators

Front view
Left-side view
Right-side view
Rear view
Bottom view
Status indicators

∨Locating important product information

Machine type and model label
FCC ID and IC Certification number
Labels for the Windows operating systems

Computer features
Computer specifications
Operating environment

∨Lenovo programs

Accessing Lenovo programs
An introduction to Lenovo programs

Using your computer

Registering your computer
Frequently asked questions
Getting help about the Windows operating system
Using the special keys

∨Using the ThinkPad pointing device

ThinkPad pointing device overview
Using the TrackPoint pointing device
Using the trackpad
Using the trackpad touch gestures
Customizing the ThinkPad pointing device
Replacing the cap on the pointing stick

∨Power management

Using the ac power adapter
Using the battery
Managing the battery power
Power-saving modes

Cabled Ethernet connections

∨Wireless connections

Using the wireless-LAN connection
Using the Bluetooth connection
Using the Airplane mode

Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature
Using audio features
Using the camera
Using a media card
Using an external display

You and your computer

Accessibility information
Ergonomic information
Cleaning and maintenance
Finding ThinkPad options
Traveling with your computer

Security

∨Using passwords

Passwords introduction
Setting, changing, or removing a password

Hard disk security
Setting the security chip
Using the fingerprint reader
Deleting data from your storage drive
Using firewalls
Protecting data against viruses

Installing the Windows 10 operating system

Installing device drivers

Using the ThinkPad Setup program

Configuring ThinkPad Setup
Changing the startup sequence
Updating the UEFI BIOS

∨BIOS Menu

Main menu
Config menu
Date/Time menu
Security menu
Startup menu
Restart menu

Using system management

Recovery information

Resetting your computer
Using advanced startup options
Recovering your operating system if Windows 10 fails to start
Creating and using a recovery USB drive

General tips for preventing problems

Diagnosing problems with Lenovo Companion

Troubleshooting

Computer stops responding
Spills on the keyboard
Error messages
Beep errors
Memory module problems
Ethernet problems
Wireless-LAN problem
Bluetooth problem
ThinkPad pointing device problems
Keyboard problems
Computer screen problems
External monitor problems
Audio problems
Fingerprint reader problems
Battery problems
ac power adapter problem
Power problems
Power button problem
Boot problem
Sleep and hibernation problems
Hard disk drive problems
Solid-state drive problem
Software problem
USB problem

Getting support

Before you contact Lenovo

∨Getting help and service

Using diagnostic programs
Lenovo Support Web site
Calling Lenovo

Purchasing additional services

Static electricity prevention

Disabling the built-in battery

Replacing the bottom cover

Replacing the memory module

Replacing the internal storage drive

Replacing the coin-cell battery

Important safety information

Read this first
Important information about using your computer
Conditions that require immediate action
Service and upgrades
Power cords and power adapters
Extension cords and related devices
Plugs and outlets
Power supply statement
External devices
General battery notice
Notice for built-in rechargeable battery
Notice for non-rechargeable coin-cell battery
Heat and product ventilation
Electrical current safety information
Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice
Using headphones or earphones
Plastic bag notice
Glass parts notice

Regulatory information

Certification-related information

∨Wireless-related information

Wireless interoperability
Usage environment and your health
Locating the UltraConnect wireless antennas
Wireless-radio compliance information
Locating wireless regulatory notices

Export classification notice

∨Electronic emission notices

Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement
European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive or Radio Equipment Directive
German Class B compliance statement
Korea Class B compliance statement
Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement
Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase
Japan notice for ac power cord
Lenovo product service information for Taiwan

Eurasian compliance mark
Brazil audio notice

WEEE and recycling Statements

General recycling information
Important WEEE information
Japan recycling statements
Recycling information for Brazil
Battery recycling information for the European Union
Battery recycling information for Taiwan
Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada
Recycling information for China

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive

ENERGY STAR model information

Notices

Trademarks

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