Lenovo 21JT003PUS User manual

ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
User Guide

Read this first
Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
follo ing:
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
Second Edition (June 2023)
© Copyright Lenovo 2023.
LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or soft are 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
iscover your Lenovo notebook. . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1
Front vie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Side vie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 8
USB specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Access net orks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to Wi-Fi net orks. . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to the ired Ethernet . . . . . . . 11
Turn on the Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . 12
Interact ith your computer . . . . . . . . . . 12
Use the keyboard shortcuts . . . . . . . . 12
Use the TrackPoint pointing device . . . . . 13
Use the trackpad . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Use the touch screen (for selected models) . . 16
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 21
Lenovo apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lenovo Vantage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
AI Meeting Manager (for selected models). . . 21
Lenovo Smart Appearance (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Intelligent cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Manage po er . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 26
Charge the computer . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Change the po er settings . . . . . . . . 27
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Set up a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . 28
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 4. Secure your computer
and information . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Log in ith your fingerprint (for selected models) . . 29
Log in ith your face ID (for selected models) . . . 30
Protect data against po er loss (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
UEFI BIOS pass ords . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Pass ord types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Set, change, and remove a pass ord . . . . 31
FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication. . . . . 32
Chapter 5. Configure advanced
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. . . . . . . . . 35
Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface . . . . . 35
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 35
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 35
Vie UEFI BIOS Event logs . . . . . . . . 35
Customize BIOS Defaults (for Intel models
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Reset system to factory defaults . . . . . . 37
Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Cloud bare metal recovery (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Install a Windo s operating system and drivers . . 38
Chapter 6. CRU replacement . . . . . 41
CRU list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery. . . . 41
Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Base cover assembly . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Memory module (for selected models) . . . . 43
M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Speaker assembly (for ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Chapter 7. Help and support . . . . . 49
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 49
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Windo s label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 54
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 55
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 56
Appendix A. Compliance
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Appendix B. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
© Copyright Lenovo 2023 i

ii ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 User Guide

iscover your Lenovo notebook
Thank you for choosing a Lenovo® notebook! We are dedicated to delivering the best solution to you.
Before starting your tour, please read the follo ing information:
• Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.
• Depending on the model, some optional accessories, features, soft are programs, and user interface
instructions might not be applicable to your computer.
• Documentation content is subject to change ithout notice. To get the latest documentation, go to https://
pcsupport.lenovo.com.
© Copyright Lenovo 2023 iii

iv ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 User Guide

Chapter 1. Meet your computer
Front view
ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
Item escription Item escription
Infrared camera / Camera Webcam privacy shutter
Microphone Touch screen
Po er button / po er button ith
fingerprint reader TrackPoint® pointing stick
Trackpad TrackPoint buttons
© Copyright Lenovo 2023 1

* for selected models
2ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 User Guide

ThinkPad E16 Gen 1
Item escription Item escription
Infrared camera / Camera Webcam privacy shutter
Microphone Touch screen
Po er button / po er button ith
fingerprint reader TrackPoint pointing stick
Trackpad TrackPoint buttons
* for selected models
Webcam privacy shutter
Chapter 1.Meet your computer 3

Slide the ebcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.
Related topics
• “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 13
• “Use the trackpad” on page 15
• “Use the touch screen (for selected models)” on page 16
• “Log in ith your fingerprint (for selected models)” on page 29
• “Log in ith your face ID (for selected models)” on page 30
4ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 User Guide

Side view
Intel models
Item escription Item escription
USB-C® po er connector USB-C (Thunderbolt™ 4) connector
Al ays On USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector HDMI™ connector
Audio connector Speaker
Security-lock slot Ethernet connector
USB-A 2.0 connector
*for selected models
Chapter 1.Meet your computer 5

AM models
Item escription Item escription
USB-C po er connector USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector
Al ays On USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector HDMI connector
Audio connector Speaker
Security-lock slot Ethernet connector
USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector
*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 ill vary and ill be slo er than the data rate listed
belo for each corresponding device.
USB device ata rate (Gbit/s)
3.2 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 10
3.2 Gen 2 × 2 20
4 Gen 2 × 2 20
4 Gen 3 × 2 40
6ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 User Guide

USB device ata rate (Gbit/s)
Thunderbolt 3 40
Thunderbolt 4 40
Related topics
• “USB specifications” on page 8
• “Charge the computer” on page 26
• “Lock the computer” on page 29
Chapter 1.Meet your computer 7

Features and specifications
Specification escription
Memory
Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module (SODIMM),
up to 32 GB
• Intel models: DDR4, soldered on board, up to 16 GB
• AMD models: DDR4, soldered on board, up to 8 GB
Storage device
Intel models:
T o slots, 2242 M.2 solid-state drive, up to 1 TB for each, up to 2 TB in total
AMD models:
T o slots, one for 2242 M.2 solid-state drive, up to 512 GB; one for 2280 M.2
solid-state drive, up to 1 TB
Audio • Dolby Atmos®
• Dolby Voice®
isplay
• Color display ith In-Plane S itching (IPS) technology
• Display ratio: 16:10
• Display resolution: 1920 x 1200 pixels, 2240 x 1400 pixels, or 2560 x 1600
pixels
• Multi-touch technology*
Security features
• Face authentication*
• Fingerprint reader* (integrated in po er button)
• Lenovo Smart Appearance Presence Detection*
• Lenovo Smart Appearance Privacy Protection*
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM)*
Wireless features • Bluetooth
• Wireless LAN
* for selected models
USB specifications
Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.
8ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 User Guide

Connector name escription
• 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
• USB-C (USB 4) connector
• Charge USB-C compatible devices ith the output voltage and
current of 5 V and 3 A.
• Connect to an external display:
– USB-C to VGA: up to 1920 x 1080 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://
.lenovo.com/accessories.
Chapter 1.Meet your computer 9

10 ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 User Guide

Chapter 2. Get started with your computer
Access networks
This section helps you connect to a ireless or ired net ork.
Connect to Wi-Fi networks
Click the net ork icon in the Windo s® notification area, and then select a net ork for connection. Provide
required information, if needed.
• For models ith Windo s 10:
• For models ith Windo s 11:
Connect to the wired Ethernet
Connect your computer to a local net ork through the Ethernet connector on your computer ith an
Ethernet cable.
© Copyright Lenovo 2023 11

Turn on the Airplane mode
When the Airplane mode is enabled, all ireless features are disabled.
1. Type Airplane mode in the Windo s search box and then press Enter.
2. Turn on the Airplane mode.
Interact with your computer
Your computer provides you various ays to navigate the screen.
Use the keyboard shortcuts
The special keys on the keyboard help you ork more effectively.
https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/videos/vid500145
Key / Key combination Function
+
Invoke the special function printed as an icon on each key or standard function of
F1–F12 function keys.
FnLock indicator on: standard function
FnLock indicator off: special function
Enable / disable speakers
Decrease volume
Increase volume
Enable / disable microphones
Darken display
Brighten display
Manage external displays
Enable / disable airplane mode
12 ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 User Guide

Key / Key combination Function
Open the notification center
Ans er incoming calls on Microsoft Teams®
Decline incoming calls on Microsoft Teams
Customize the function of this key on the Vantage app
+
Open Magnifier
+
Open calculator (for ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 only)
+
Enter sleep mode (for ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 only)
+
Open Snipping Tool
+
Toggle keyboard backlight (for selected models)
+
Break operation
+
Pause operation
+
Scroll contents
+
Send system request
+
Enter sleep mode
To ake up the computer, press any key
+
Go to beginning
+
Go to end
Use the TrackPoint pointing device
The TrackPoint pointing device enables you to perform all the functions of a traditional mouse, such as
pointing, clicking, and scrolling.
Chapter 2.Get started ith your computer 13

Use the TrackPoint pointing device
TrackPoint pointing stick
Use your finger to apply pressure to the pointing-stick nonslip cap in any direction parallel to the keyboard.
The pointer on the screen moves accordingly. The higher the pressure applied, the faster the pointer moves.
TrackPoint buttons
The left-click button and right-click button correspond to the left and right buttons on a traditional mouse.
Press and hold the dotted middle button hile using your finger to applying pressure to the pointing stick in
the vertical or horizontal direction. Then, you can scroll through the document, Web site, or apps.
Press Ctrl + dotted middle button + TrackPoint pointing stick at the same time to zoom in or zoom out.
isable the TrackPoint pointing device
The TrackPoint pointing device is active by default. To disable the device:
1. Open the Start menu, and then click Settings ➙ evices ➙ Mouse.
2. Follo the on-screen instructions to disable TrackPoint.
Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap
Note: Ensure that the ne cap has grooves a.
14 ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 User Guide