Lenovo 13w Yoga Gen 2 User manual

Lenovo 13w Yoga Gen 2
User Guide

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following:
Safety and Warranty Guide
Setup Guide
Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
First Edition (February 2023)
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Contents
Dis over your Lenovo notebook. . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet your omputer . . . . . 1
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 5
USB specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter 2. Get started with your
omputer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Access networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . . 7
Connect to the wired Ethernet . . . . . . . . 7
Connect to a cellular network (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Turn on the Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . . 8
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Use hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Use the touch screen . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 11
Get to know YOGA modes . . . . . . . . . 12
Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chapter 3. Explore your omputer . . 15
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Log in with your fingerprint (for selected models) . . 15
Lenovo Commercial Vantage . . . . . . . . . 16
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 16
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Change the power settings . . . . . . . . 17
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Set up a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . 18
Use an SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 4. Configure advan ed
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
UEFI BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Enter the UEFI BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 19
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 19
Change the hotkey mode . . . . . . . . . 19
Enable or disable the Always On USB
function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Use passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Set an administrator password . . . . . . . 20
Change or remove the administrator
password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Set a user password . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Change or remove the user password . . . . 21
Enable the power on password . . . . . . . 21
Set a hard disk password . . . . . . . . . 21
Change or remove the hard disk password . . 21
Install a Windows operating system and drivers . . 22
Use firewalls and antivirus programs. . . . . . . 23
Chapter 5. CRU repla ement . . . . . 25
CRU list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery. . . . 25
Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Pen dummy (for selected models) . . . . . . 26
Base cover assembly . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Wireless WAN card (for selected models) . . . 29
Chapter 6. Help and support . . . . . 33
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 33
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 35
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 36
Appendix A. Complian e
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Appendix B. Noti es and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Dis over your Lenovo notebook
Thank you for hoosing a Lenovo® notebook! We are dedi ated to delivering the best solution to you.
Before starting your tour, please read the following information:
Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.
Depending on the model, some optional accessories, features, software programs, and user interface
instructions might not be applicable to your computer.
Documentation content is subject to change without notice. To get the latest documentation, go to https://
pcsupport.lenovo.com.
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Chapter 1. Meet your omputer
Front view
Item Des ription Item Des ription
Microphone Infrared (IR) camera / Camera
Webcam privacy shutter Touch screen
Power button with / without fingerprint
reader Speaker
Trackpad Microphone
* for selected models
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Web am priva y shutter
Slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.
Related topi s
“Use the touch screen” on page 9
“Log in with your fingerprint (for selected models)” on page 15
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Side view
Item Des ription Item Des ription
Power connector / USB-C® connector USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector
HDMI™ connector Audio connector
Lenovo Integrated Pen SD card slot
Nano-SIM-card tray USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector
Always on USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector Security-lock slot
* for selected models
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 devi e Data rate (Gbit/s)
3.2 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 10
3.2 Gen 2 × 2 20
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USB devi e Data rate (Gbit/s)
Thunderbolt 3 40
Thunderbolt 4 40
Related topi s
“USB specifications” on page 5
“Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)” on page 7
“Connect to an external display” on page 11
“Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 13
“Lock the computer” on page 15
“Charge the battery” on page 16
“Use an SD card” on page 18
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Features and spe ifi ations
Spe ifi ations Des ription
Memory
Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Module
(SODIMM)*, up to 8 GB
Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4), soldered on board, up to 8 GB
Storage devi e 2242 M.2 solid-state drive, up to 512 GB
Audio Dolby Audio™ Premium
Display
Color display with In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology
Display ratio: 16:10
Display resolution: 1920 x 1200 pixels
Multi-touch technology
Se urity features
Discrete Trusted Platform Module (dTPM)*
Security-lock slot
Webcam privacy shutter
Wireless features
Bluetooth
Wireless LAN
Wireless WAN (4G)*
Note: The 4G 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.
* for selected models
USB spe ifi ations
Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.
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Conne tor name Des ription
USB-A 2.0 connector
USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector
USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 connector
Connect USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB
mouse, USB storage device, or USB printer.
USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector
USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector
USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) connector
USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector
Charge USB-C compatible devices with the output voltage and
current of 5 V and 1.5 A.
Connect to an external display:
– USB-C to VGA: up to 1920 x 1200 pixels, 60 Hz
– USB-C to DP: up to 5120 x 2880 pixels, 60 Hz
Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your computer
functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https://
www.lenovo.com/accessories.
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Chapter 2. Get started with your omputer
A ess networks
This section helps you connect to a wireless or wired network.
Conne t to Wi-Fi networks
Click the network icon in the Windows® notification area, and then select a network for connection. Provide
required information, if needed.
Conne t to the wired Ethernet
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.
Conne t to a ellular network (for sele ted models)
To connect a 4G cellular data network, you must have a wireless wide area network (WWAN) card and a
nano-SIM card installed. The nano-SIM card might come with your computer by countries or regions. If no
nano-SIM card is shipped, you will need to purchase one from authorized service carriers.
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Notes:
Depending on model, your computer might have no WWAN card installed.
The 4G 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.
Pre-cut SIM cards are not supported. Do not insert pre-cut SIM card into the nano-SIM card slot.
Otherwise, the slot might get damaged.
To establish a cellular connection:
1. Turn off the computer.
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.
3. Turn on the computer.
4. Click the network icon, and then select the cellular network icon from the list. Provide required
information, if needed.
Turn on the Airplane mode
When the Airplane mode is enabled, all wireless features are disabled.
1. Type Airplane mode in the Windows search box and then press Enter.
2. Turn on the Airplane mode.
Intera t with your omputer
Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen.
Use 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 functions or settings quickly. The functions of hotkeys are
symbolized by the icons printed on them.
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Hotkey / hotkey
ombination Fun tion
Mute / unmute the speakers.
If you mute the speakers and turn off your computer, the speakers remain muted when
you turn on your computer.
/ Decrease / increase the volume.
Mute / unmute the microphones.
/ Decrease / increase display brightness.
Manage external displays.
Turn on / turn off the airplane mode.
Open the Settings window.
Lock the current user account.
View open program windows.
Open the Windows Calculator.
Open the Lenovo Commercial Vantage app.
Open the Windows snipping tool.
Use the 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.
When the hotkey mode is enabled, press Fn together with the hotkey to use the hotkey.
When the hotkey mode is disabled, press the hotkey directly.
Use the tou h s reen
If your computer display supports the multi-touch function, you can navigate the screen with simple touch
gestures. For more touch gestures, refer to https://support.microsoft.com/windows.
Note: Some gestures might not be available when you are using certain apps.
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Illustration and des ription Illustration and des ription
Tap once to single click Tap twice quickly to double-click
Tap and hold to right-click
Slide to scroll through items
Zoom out Zoom in
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Illustration and des ription Illustration and des ription
Swipe from the left: view all open windows (Windows 10)
Swipe from the left: open widget panel (Windows 11)
Swipe from the right: open action center (Windows 10)
Swipe from the right: open notification center (Windows
11)
Swipe downwards shortly: show title bar
Swipe downwards: close the current app
Drag
Maintenan e tips:
Turn off the computer before cleaning the touch screen.
Use a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth or a piece of absorbent cotton to remove fingerprints or dust from the
touch screen. Do not apply solvents to the cloth.
The touch screen is a glass panel covered with a plastic film. Do not apply pressure or place any metallic
object on the screen, which might damage the touch panel or cause it to malfunction.
Do not use fingernails, gloved fingers, or inanimate objects for input on the screen.
Regularly calibrate the accuracy of the finger input to avoid a discrepancy.
Conne t to an external display
Connect your computer to a projector or a monitor to give presentations or expand your workspace.
Conne t to a wired display
If your computer cannot detect the external display, right-click a blank area on the desktop and select
display settings. Then follow the on-screen instructions to detect the external display.
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Supported resolution
The following table lists the supported maximum resolution of the external display.
Conne t the external display to Supported resolution
USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector Up to 5K / 60 Hz
HDMI connector Up to 4K / 60 Hz
Conne t to a wireless display
To use a wireless display, ensure that both your computer and the external display support the Miracast®
feature.
Press Windows logo key + K key and then select a wireless display to connect with.
Set the display mode
Press or and then select a display mode of your preference.
Change display settings
1. Right-click a blank area on the desktop and select display settings.
2. Select the display that you want to configure and 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.
Get to know YOGA modes
Rotate the display to switch among different YOGA modes according to your preference. The keyboard and
the pointing devices are automatically disabled in the stand mode, tent mode, and tablet mode. Use the
touch screen to control your computer instead.
Attention: Do not rotate the computer display with too much force, or apply too much force to the upper-
right or upper-left corner of the computer display. Otherwise the display or hinges might get damaged.
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Notebook mode Stand mode
Tent mode Tablet mode
Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (for sele ted models)
The garaged rechargeable electronic Lenovo Integrated Pen enables a more precise and easier way of
writing and sketching.
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Item Des ription Item Des ription
Eraser button Right-click button
Notes:
Lenovo Integrated Pen is not waterproof. Keep the pen away from water and excessive moisture.
To purchase Lenovo Integrated Pen, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories.
Selected models support pencil with a conductive tip. The tip diameter should be more than 2 mm. Also,
the diameter of the contact area between the tip and screen should be more than 1.5 mm.
Charge Lenovo Integrated Pen
1. Ensure that your computer is on or in sleep mode.
2. Insert the pen back into the pen slot. One 15-second charge enables you to use the pen for up to half an
hour. The pen is fully charged in about five minutes.
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