Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 3 User manual

Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 3
Lenovo Slim 3i Chromebook 14″
IdeaPad Slim 3i Chromebook (14″, 8)
User Guide

Read this first
Be ore using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
ollowing:
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
First Edition (March 2023)
© Copyright Lenovo 2023.
LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: I data or so tware is delivered pursuant to a General Services
Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set orth in Contract No. GS-
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Contents
Discover your Chromebook . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Chapter 1. Meet yo r Chromebook . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Le t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features and speci ications . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Statement on USB trans er rate . . . . . . . . . 7
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chapter 2. Get started with yo r
Chromebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Charge your Chromebook . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Lock your Chromebook. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connect to Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Use the keyboard shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . 10
Use the touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Use the touch screen ( or selected models) . . . . 12
Use the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Use audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . . . 15
Connect to Bluetooth devices . . . . . . . . . 15
Set the power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Chapter 3. CRU replacement . . . . . 17
What are CRUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Disabling the built-in battery . . . . . . . . 17
Base cover assembly . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 4. Help and s pport . . . . . 21
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . . 21
Get help rom Google . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Appendix A. Open so rce
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Appendix B. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Discover yo r Chromebook
Thank yo for choosing a Lenovo® Chromebook™! We are dedicated to delivering the best sol tion to
yo .
Be ore starting your tour, please read the ollowing in ormation:
• This guide applies to Lenovo product model(s) listed below. Illustrations in this guide may look slightly
di erent rom your product model.
Model name Machine type (MT)
Lenovo 14e Chromebook Gen 3 82W6, 82W7
IP Slim 3 Chrome 14IAN8 83BN
• For urther compliance in ormation, re er to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https://
pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices.
• Depending on the model, some optional accessories, eatures, so tware programs, and user inter ace
instructions might not be applicable to your Chromebook.
• Documentation content is subject to change without notice. To get the latest documentation, go to https://
pcsupport.lenovo.com.

Chapter 1. Meet yo r Chromebook
Front
1. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.
2. Camera Capture still and moving images or taking photos, recording videos,
and video chatting.
3. Camera cover Cover or uncover the camera lens.
Note: The camera cover helps you better protect your privacy.
4. Camera light I the light is on, the camera is in use.
5. Screen Display text, graphics, and videos. Selected models support multi-
touch unction.
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Base
1. Power button Press the button to turn on the Chromebook or put the Chromebook
into sleep mode.
Notes: When you inish working with your Chromebook, shut it down
to save power.
• Click in the system tray.
• Press the power button.
2. Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs.
Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and unction keys or
changing settings and per orming tasks quickly.
3. Wireless antennas Send and receive radio waves or the built-in wireless LAN (local area
network) and Bluetooth module.
Note: The antennas are not visible rom the outside o the
Chromebook.
4. Touchpad Per orm inger touch and all the unctions o a traditional mouse.
Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch unction.
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Left
1. Charging light Indicate the ac power status and the battery status. See “AC power
status indicator behavior” on page 9
2. Multi-purpose USB Type-C® connector • This multi-purpose connector can be used to connect display
devices and devices that utilize the USB data trans er technology.
It also supports USB Power Delivery.
Note: When connecting display devices, you need to use
appropriate cables and adapters (i needed) according to the
connection capabilities o the display device.
• The USB Type-C connector with a plug icon next to it also
unctions as the PC’s power input connector.
3. USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector Connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, a USB
mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB printer.
4. Combo audio jack Connect headphones or headsets with a 3.5 mm (0.14 inch), 4-pole
plug.
Note: This jack does not support standalone external microphones. I
you use headsets, choose one with a single plug.
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Right
1. USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector Connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, a USB
mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB printer.
2. HDMI™ connector Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such
as an HDTV.
3. Nano security-lock slot Lock your Chromebook to a desk, table, or other ixtures through a
compatible security cable lock. See “Lock your Chromebook” on
page 9.
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Bottom
1. Keyboard drainage holes Drain out liquid rom your Chromebook i you accidentally spill liquid
on the keyboard.
2. Speakers Produce sound.
3. Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming air low to dissipate internal heat.
Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the Chromebook
might overheat.
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Feat res and specifications
Note: Speci ications might change without notice. Some speci ications are model-speci ic and might not
apply to the Chromebook model that you purchased.
Dimensions • Width: 324.4 mm (12.8 inches)
• Depth: 216.2 mm (8.5 inches)
• Thickness: 19.3 mm (0.7 inches)
ac power adapter • Input: 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz
• Output: 15 V dc, 3 A/20 V dc, 3.25 A
• Power: 45 W/65 W
Battery pack • Capacity: 57 Wh
• Number o cells: 3
Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a speci ic test
environment. Capacities measured in other environments may di er but are no lower than the
rated capacity (see product label).
Microprocessor To view the microprocessor in ormation o your Chromebook, type system in ormation in the
search box and then press Enter.
Memory • Type: On board low power double data rate 5 (LPDDR5)
• Number o physical slots: 0
Secondary storage
device • Type: eMMC
• Form actor: eMMC 5.1
• Bus: SDIO
Screen • Size: 355.6 mm (14 inches)
• Display resolution
– 1366 × 768 pixels (HD model)
– 1920 × 1080 pixels (FHD model)
Keyboard • Function keys
• Hotkeys
• Keyboard backlight*
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Connectors and slots • Combo audio jack
• USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector × 2
• USB Type-C connector
– Power input up to 45 W/65 W using the included power adapter
– Power output up to 5 V and 3 A
– USB data trans er rate up to 10 Gbps or USB 3.2 Gen 2
– DisplayPort™ 1.1a. Supports maximum output resolution o 1920 × 1080, at 60 Hz rame
rate and color depth o 24 bpp (bits per pixel).
• HDMI connector
– HDMI 1.4
Note: Data rates and per ormance ratings are dependent on connected devices and cables i
they are used. For DisplayPort connection through a USB Type-C connector, the listed
maximum output capacity is only available on external displays with a DisplayPort, a Mini
DisplayPort, or a USB Type-C connector that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode. For
connections using a converter or an adapter, the actual output resolution may be lower.
Security Nano security-lock slot
Network Bluetooth and Wi-Fi® combo adapter
* or selected models
Statement on USB transfer rate
Depending on many actors such as the processing capability o the host and peripheral devices, ile
attributes, and other actors related to system con iguration and operating environments, the actual trans er
rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed
below or each corresponding device.
USB device Data rate (Gbit/s)
3.2 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 10
Operating environment
Maxim m altit de (witho t press rization)
3048 m (10 000 t)
Temperat re
• Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
• Storage: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°F)
Note: When you charge the battery, its temperature must be no lower than 10°C (50°F).
Relative h midity
• Operating: 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F)
• Storage: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F)
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Chapter 2. Get started with yo r Chromebook
Charge yo r Chromebook
The USB Type-C connector on your Chromebook works as the power connector. Plug in the ac power
adapter to charge the built-in battery pack and provide power to the Chromebook.
Connect to ac power
CAUTION:
All pl gs m st be firmly and sec rely inserted into receptacles.
1. Connect the power cord to the ac power adapter.
2. Plug the power adapter into the USB Type-C connector o the Chromebook.
3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
AC power stat s indicator behavior
The ac power status indicator is next to the USB Type-C connector. The ollowing table shows the indicator
behaviors and the indicated power and battery status.
AC power stat s indicator Power stat s Battery stat s
on (red) plugged in being charged, remaining power is
less than 5%
on (amber) plugged in being charged, remaining power is
between 5% and 97%
on (green) plugged in ully charged (97% to 100%)
o unplugged discharging
Lock yo r Chromebook
Lock your Chromebook to a desk, table, or other ixtures through a compatible security cable lock.
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Note: The slot supports cable locks that con orm to the Kensington NanoSaver® lock standards using
Cleat™ locking technology. Do not attempt to use other types o cable locks that use a rotating T-bar™
locking mechanism. You are responsible or evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking device and
security eature. Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the unction, quality, or
per ormance o the locking device and security eature. Cable locks or your product are available rom
Lenovo at https://smart ind.lenovo.com.
Connect to Wi-Fi
To connect your Chromebook to Wi-Fi:
1. Click system tray.
2. Click the network icon and turn on the wireless eature.
3. Select an available network to connect. Provide required in ormation i needed.
Use the keyboard shortc ts
The unction keys on the keyboard help you work more easily and e ectively.
Go to the previous page
Reload your current page
Hide the tabs and the App Launcher in ull-screen mode
Show all windows in overview mode
Decrease the brightness o the Chromebook screen
Increase the brightness o the Chromebook screen
Mute/Unmute the microphone
Mute/Unmute sound
Decrease the volume
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Increase the volume
Turn on the Chromebook, put it to sleep mode, or wake it up
Your Chromebook also supports some key combinations.
alt + Go back to previous page
alt + Go orward to next page
ctrl + Take a screenshot
alt + Switch the Caps Lock unction
+ L Lock your Chromebook screen
ctrl + alt + ? View all keyboard shortcuts
*alt + Turn o the keyboard backlight and decrease the brightness
*alt + Turn on the keyboard backlight and increase the brightness
* or selected models
To change the keyboard settings:
1. Click the setting icon in the system tray, and then click Device ➙ Keyboard.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings as you pre er.
Use the to chpad
The entire touchpad sur ace is sensitive to inger touch and movement. You can use the touchpad to per orm
all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling unctions o a traditional mouse.
Use the to ch gest res
Notes:
• When using two or more ingers, ensure that you position your ingers slightly apart.
• Some gestures are only available when you are using certain apps.
• I the touchpad sur ace is stained with oil, turn o the Chromebook irst. Then, gently wipe the touchpad
sur ace with a so t and lint- ree cloth moistened with lukewarm water or Chromebook cleaner.
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Tap once to select or open an item. Tap twice quickly to display a shortcut menu.
Two- inger zoom in or zoom out.
Scroll through items.
Open the task view. Show the current window.
To change the settings:
1. Click the setting icon in the system tray, and then click Device ➙ To chpad.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings as you pre er.
I Enable tap-to-click is turned on, you can tap or press the touchpad. Otherwise, you can only press the
touchpad to achieve the clicking unction o a traditional mouse.
Use the to ch screen (for selected models)
I your Chromebook display supports the multi-touch unction, you can navigate the screen with simple
touch gestures.
Note: Some gestures might not be available depending on the app you use.
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Tap once to single click
Tap and hold to right-click
Slide to scroll through items
Drag
Zoom out
Zoom in
Swipe rom the le t: view all open windows
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Swipe rom the right: open action center
Tap with two ingers to open a shortcut menu
Swipe upwards to un old the app Launcher
Maintenance tips:
• Turn o the Chromebook be ore cleaning the multi-touch screen.
• Use a dry, so t, and lint- ree cloth or a piece o absorbent cotton to remove ingerprints or dust rom the
multi-touch screen. Do not apply solvents to the cloth.
• The multi-touch screen is a glass panel covered with a plastic ilm. Do not apply pressure or place any
metallic object on the screen, which might damage the touch panel or cause it to mal unction.
• Do not use ingernails, gloved ingers, or inanimate objects or input on the screen.
• Regularly calibrate the accuracy o the inger input to avoid a discrepancy.
Use the camera
The built-in camera can be used or video calling or video con erencing. The indicator next to the camera
turns on when the camera is activated.
To take photos with the camera:
1. Click the Launcher button.
2. Click Camera and take photos.
Use a dio
You can connect headphones or a headset with a 3.5-mm (0.14-inch), 4-pole plug to the audio connector to
listen to the sound rom your Chromebook.
To play a saved audio or video:
1. Click the Launcher button, and then select Files.
2. Double-click a ile to open it in the media player.
To adjust the volume, click system tray, and then adjust the volume as you pre er.
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Connect to an external display
Connect your Chromebook to a projector or a monitor to give presentations or expand your workspace.
S pported resol tion
The ollowing table lists the supported maximum resolution o the external display.
Connect the external display to S pported resol tion
Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels @ 60 Hz
HDMI connector Up to 3840 x 2160 pixels @ 30 Hz
To change display settings:
1. Click the setting icon in the system tray, and then click Device ➙ Displays.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to change the display settings as you pre er.
Connect to Bl etooth devices
Your Chromebook supports Bluetooth eature. You can connect your Chromebook to a Bluetooth keyboard,
mouse, speakers, or other Bluetooth devices.
Note: The Bluetooth devices must be within a short distance, usually 10 meters (33 eet), rom the
Chromebook.
1. Click system tray, and then click the Bluetooth icon.
2. Turn on Bl etooth.
3. Select the device you want to pair and ollow the on-screen instructions.
Set the power plan
For ENERGY STAR® compliant Chromebooks, the ollowing power plan takes e ect when your
Chromebooks have been idle or a speci ied duration:
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Table 1. Default power plan (when plugged into ac power
• Turn o the display: A ter seven minutes and 30 seconds
• Put the Chromebook into sleep: A ter eight minutes and 30 seconds
To reset the power plan to achieve the best balance between per ormance and power saving:
1. Click the setting icon in the system tray, and then click Device ➙ Power.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings as you pre er.
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