Lenovo Legion 5 Pro User manual

User Guide
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro (16″, 6)

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Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
follo ing:
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
First Edition (July 2021)
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Contents
bout this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . . 8
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Avoid constant body contact ith specific hot
sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Work ith Windo s . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Windo s help information . . . . . . . . . 11
Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo PC Manager . . . . 12
The Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Open the Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . 12
The Fn key and hotkeys. . . . . . . . . . . . 12
The Fn key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Dual-function keys ithout printed icons . . . 13
The FnLock s itch . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 15
Manage po er . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 15
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Po er input through a USB-C port . . . . . 15
Set po er button behavior. . . . . . . . . 16
A po er plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Set performance mode . . . . . . . . . . 17
Change settings in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . 17
What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . 17
Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 17
Enable or disable Fool Proof Fn Ctrl . . . . . 17
Enable or disable al ays-on . . . . . . . . 17
Enable or disable Flip to Boot . . . . . . . 17
Set pass ords in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . 18
Pass ord types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Set administrator pass ord . . . . . . . . 18
Change or remove administrator pass ord . . 18
Set user pass ord . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Enable po er-on pass ord . . . . . . . . 19
Set hard disk pass ord . . . . . . . . . . 19
Change or remove hard disk pass ord . . . . 20
Chapter 4. Help and support . . . . . 21
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 21
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
What is a CRU? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CRUs for your product model . . . . . . . . . 23
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 23
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 23
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 24
ppendix . Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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bout this guide
• This guide applies to Lenovo product model(s) listed belo . Illustrations in this guide may look slightly
different from your product model.
Model name Machine type (MT)
Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6H 82JQ
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6H
Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6 82JS
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6
Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H 82JD
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H
Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6 82JF
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6
• For further compliance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https://
pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices.
• This guide may contain information about accessories, features, and soft are that are not available on all
models.
• This guide contains instructions that are based on the Windo s operating system. These instructions are
not applicable if you install and use other operating systems.
• Microsoft® makes periodic feature changes to the Windo s® operating system through Windo s Update.
As a result, the operating system related instructions may become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources
for the latest information.
• The content of the guide is subject to change ithout notice. To obtain the latest version, go to https://
support.lenovo.com.
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer
Front
1. Camera Capture still and moving images for taking photos, recording videos,
and video chatting.
2. Camera light If the light is on, the camera is in use.
3. Screen Display text, graphics, and videos.
4. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.
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Base
1. Wireless antennas Send and receive radio aves for the built-in ireless LAN (local area
net ork) and Bluetooth module.
Notes:
• The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.
• If the location of the antennas is close to the user’s body (< 20 cm),
you can find the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) values in the Setup
Guide that comes ith your computer.
2. Po er button Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer into
sleep mode.
Note: You can turn on the computer by flipping open the LCD screen
if Flip to Boot is enabled.
3. Po er light Indicate the po er status of the computer. The color of the po er
light also reflects the currently activated performance mode. Refer to
“Set performance mode” on page 17 for ho to s itch performance
modes.
• Solid on: The computer is turned on.
– White: in balance mode
– Red: in performance mode
– Blue: in quiet mode
• Blinking: The computer is in sleep mode.
• Off: The computer is turned off or in hibernation mode.
4. Numeric keypad To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key.
5. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.
Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch function.
6. Keyboard Enter characters and interact ith programs.
Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and function keys for
changing settings and performing tasks quickly.
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Left
1. Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflo to dissipate internal heat.
ttention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Other ise, the
computer may overheat.
2. USB-C® connector A multi-purpose connector for:
• Connecting USB data devices.
• Connecting display devices.
3. USB-C (Thunderbolt™ 4 enabled)
connector*
A multi-purpose connector for:
• Connecting USB data devices.
• Connecting display devices.
• Connecting Thunderbolt-enabled docks, eGPUs, or other devices.
4. Combo audio jack Connect to headphones or headsets ith a 3.5 mm (0.14 inch), 4-pole
plug.
Note: This jack does not support standalone external microphones. If
you use headsets, choose one ith a single plug.
* for Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H, Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H, Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6 and Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
16ITH6 only
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Right
1. Camera s itch Turn the camera on or off.
2. USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector Connect to a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, a
USB mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB printer.
3. Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflo to dissipate internal heat.
ttention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Other ise, the
computer may overheat.
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Rear
1. Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflo to dissipate internal heat.
ttention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Other ise, the
computer may overheat.
2. Ethernet connector Connect to a local area net ork (LAN).
3. USB-C connector A multi-purpose connector for:
• Receiving po er input.
Note: Refer to “Po er input through a USB-C port” on page 15.
• Connecting USB data devices.
• Connecting display devices.
4. USB-C (Thunderbolt 4 enabled) connector* A multi-purpose connector for:
• Receiving po er input.
Note: Refer to “Po er input through a USB-C port” on page 15.
• Connecting USB data devices.
• Connecting display devices.
• Connecting Thunderbolt-enabled docks, eGPUs, or other devices.
5. USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector (2) Connect to a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, a
USB mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB printer.
6. HDMI™ connector Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such
as an HDTV.
7. USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector
(al ays-on)
The al ays-on connector can charge external devices hen the
computer is turned off, in sleep or hibernation mode. The al ays-on
function can be turned on or off in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.
Note: If Lenovo Vantage is pre-installed on your computer, you can
also set al ays-on function from ithin that soft are.
8. Charging light Indicate hether the computer is connected to ac po er.
• Solid hite: Connected to ac po er; battery charge percentage
91%–100%
• Solid amber: Connected to ac po er; battery charge percentage
1%–90%
• Off: Not connected to ac po er
9. Po er connector Connect to po er ith the included po er cord and ac po er
adapter.
* for Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H, Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H, Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6 and Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
16ITH6 only
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Bottom
1. Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming airflo to dissipate internal heat.
ttention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Other ise, the
computer might overheat.
2. Speakers Produce sound.
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Features and specifications
Dimensions • Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6H, Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6H, Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6 and Lenovo
Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6
– Width: 356 mm (14.02 inches)
– Depth: 264.2 mm (10.40 inches)
– Thickness
– Thinnest: 21.7 mm (0.85 inches)
– Thickest: 26.85 mm (1.06 inches)
• Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H, Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H, Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6 and Lenovo
Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6
– Width: 356 mm (14.02 inches)
– Depth: 264.2 mm (10.40 inches)
– Thickness
– Thinnest: 21.7 mm (0.85 inches)
– Thickest: 26.15 mm (1.03 inches)
ac po er adapter • Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6H, Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6H, Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H and
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6H
– Input: 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz
– Output: 20 V dc, 15 A/20 V dc, 11.5 A
– Po er: 300 W/230 W
• Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6, Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 16ACH6, Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6 and Lenovo
Legion 5 Pro 16ITH6
– Input: 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz
– Output: 20 V dc, 11.5 A/20 V dc, 8.5 A
– Po er: 230 W/170 W
Battery pack • Capacity: 80 Wh
• Number of cells: 4
Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a specific test
environment. Capacities measured in other environments may differ but are no lo er than the
rated capacity (see product label).
Microprocessor To vie the microprocessor information of your computer, type system information in the
Windo s search box and then press Enter.
Memory • Type: Double data rate 4 (DDR4) small outline dual in-line memory module (SODIMM)
• Number of slots: 2
Storage device • Type: solid-state drive
• Form factor: M.2 (2242 or 2280)
• Bus: PCI Express
Screen • Size: 406.4 mm (16 inches)
• Display resolution: 2560 × 1600 pixels (QHD model)
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Keyboard • Function keys
• Hotkeys
• Numeric keypad
• Keyboard backlight
Connectors and slots • Po er connector
• Combo audio jack
• HDMI 2.1 connector
• Ethernet connector
• USB Type-A connector × 3
• USB Type-A connector ( ith Al ays-On function)
– Po er output up to 5 V and 2 A
• USB-C connector
– Po er input up to 20 V and 5 A (rear-side only)
– Po er output up to 5 V and 3 A
– USB data transfer rate up to 10 Gbps for USB 3.2 Gen 2
– DisplayPort 1.4. Supports maximum output resolution of 5120 × 3200, at 60 Hz frame
rate and color depth of 24 bpp (bits per pixel).
• USB-C (Thunderbolt 4 enabled) connector
– Po er input up to 20 V and 5 A (rear-side only)
– Po er output up to 5 V and 3 A
– Up to 40 Gbps bi-directional data transfer rate in Thunderbolt mode.
– DisplayPort 1.4. Supports maximum output resolution of 5120 × 3200, at 60 Hz frame
rate and color depth of 24 bpp (bits per pixel).
Note: Data rates and performance ratings are dependent on connected devices and cables if
they are used. For DisplayPort connection through a USB-C port, the listed maximum output
capacity is only available on external displays ith a DisplayPort, a Mini DisplayPort, or a
USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode. For connections using a converter or
an adapter, the actual output resolution may be lo er.
Security features • UEFI/BIOS pass ords
– Administrator pass ord
– User pass ord
– Master hard disk pass ord
– User hard disk pass ord
Wireless features • Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) net ork adapter
• Bluetooth and Wi-Fi combo adapter
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.
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USB device Data rate (Gbit/s)
3.2 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 10
Operating environment
Maximum altitude (without pressurization)
3048 m (10 000 ft)
Temperature
• At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft)
– Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
– Storage: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°F)
• At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft)
– Maximum temperature hen operating under the unpressurized condition: 31.3°C (88°F)
Note: When you charge the battery, its temperature must be no lo er than 10°C (50°F).
Relative humidity
• Operating: 8% to 95% at et-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F)
• Storage: 5% to 95% at et-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F)
void constant body contact with specific hot sections
C UTION:
When the computer is operating, it should be placed on a hard and flat surface with its bottom area
not in contact with user’s bare skin. Under normal operating conditions, the temperature of the
bottom surface will remain within an acceptable range as defined in IEC 62368-1, but such
temperatures can still be high enough to cause discomfort or harm to the user if directly touched for
over 10 seconds at a time. s such, it is recommended that users avoid prolonged direct contact with
the bottom of the computer.
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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer
Work with Windows
The follo ing table contains Windo s frequently used settings. You can learn the basics and start orking
ith Windo s right a ay.
To configure settings, type the corresponding key ords in the Windo s search box and select the best
match. Follo the on-screen instructions to customize settings.
Ta le 1. Basic settings
Functions Descriptions Search by
keywords
Control Panel Vie or change Windo s settings, including hard are and soft are setup
and configuration.
Control Panel
Connect to Wi-Fi
net orks
For models ith a ireless LAN module, you can connect your computer to
a Wi-Fi® net ork. Click the net ork icon in the Windo s notification area,
and then select a net ork for connection.
Note: The ireless LAN module on your computer may support different
standards. For some countries or regions, use of 802.11ax may be disabled
according to local regulations.
Wi-Fi
Connect to ired
net orks
For models ith an Ethernet (RJ-45) connector, you can use an Ethernet
cable to connect your computer to a ired net ork.
—
Airplane mode Airplane mode is a convenient setting to turn all ireless communications of
your computer on and off. You may need to turn it on hen boarding an
airplane.
Airplane mode
Night light mode Night light is a s itch in Windo s that you can turn on and off. When it is
turned on, your screen sho s armer colors and the amount of emitted
blue light is reduced. Enabling night light reduces the chances of developing
eye fatigue or eye strain.
Note: For more guidance on reducing eye fatigue or eye strain, go to
https:// .lenovo.com/us/en/compliance/visual-fatigue.
Night light
Adjust color
temperature
If night light mode is turned on, you can adjust the color temperature of the
screen.
Note: Selected Lenovo computers are lo blue light certified. These
computers are tested ith night light turned on and color temperature set to
the default value of 48.
Night light
Windo s
Updates
Microsoft periodically releases feature and security updates to the Windo s
operating system. Updates that are applicable to your Windo s version are
do nloaded automatically hen your computer is connected to the
Internet. When updates are do nloaded, you are prompted to restart the
computer to install these updates. You can also manually check if there are
available updates for the installed version of Windo s.
ttention: Only use Windo s Update to do nload and install updates.
Updates do nloaded from other sources may include security risks.
Windo s Updates
Windows help information
If the on-screen instructions cannot solve your problem, refer to the follo ing to get the online Windo s help
information.
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• Type Get Help or Tips in the Windo s search box and then press Enter. When the app opens, type the
problem description and select the matched result.
• Visit Microsoft support Web site: https://support.microsoft.com. Enter hat you are looking for in the
search box and get search results.
Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo PC Manager
They are both apps developed by Lenovo. Using either of them, you can:
• Vie product information and system status
• Manage and change device settings
• Check for and perform system update
Note: This feature is only available on Lenovo Vantage. In Lenovo PC Manager, you can check for and
perform driver update.
Depending on the country or region in hich your computer is purchased, one of the apps may be pre-
installed on your computer. To open it, type its name in the Windo s Search box and select the matched
result. If neither of the apps is pre-installed, you may install one on your o n. Lenovo Vantage is available for
do nload free of charge from the Microsoft Store.
Note: App features are subject to change ith updates and specific features may not be available on all
Lenovo products.
The Novo Button menu
The Novo Button menu can be displayed before the operating system starts. From the menu, you can
choose to
• Open the BIOS/UEFI setup utility
• Open the boot device selection menu
• Open the Windo s startup options screen
Note: From the Windo s startup options screen, you can then choose to
Start your computer using a recovery drive
Reset your computer
Open advanced options screen
Open the Novo Button menu
Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer.
Step 2. Press the hotkey repeatedly.
The Fn key and hotkeys
The Fn key
Many keys on a Lenovo keyboard have dual functions: a default function and a hidden function. The Fn key is
used to modify a dual-function key to activate its hidden function.
Note: The Fn key is located in the lo er left corner on a Lenovo keyboard.
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Hotkeys
Hotkeys are dual-function keys ith an icon printed on the key. The icons indicate the hidden functions of the
hotkeys. To use the hidden function, hold do n the Fn key.
Hotkey Function
Mute/Unmute sound.
Decrease/Increase system volume.
Mute/Unmute the microphone.
Increase/Decrease screen brightness.
S itch display devices.
Turn airplane mode on and off.
• Open Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager, or an app launch bar.
• Bring up the Novo Button menu hen the computer is turned on.
Enable/Disable the touchpad.
Display thumbnails of all open apps.
Open the Windo s Calculator app.
Open the Windo s Snipping tool.
Play or pause playback of media.
Stop playback of media.
Go to the previous media file in the playlist or folder.
Go the next media file in the playlist or folder.
Turn on/off or adjust the brightness of the keyboard backlight.
Note: Selected models include a RGB keyboard. For such a keyboard, this
hotkey s itches the color and effect of the keyboard backlight. Additional control
is available in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager.
Dual-function keys without printed icons
Some dual-function keys share keys ith letter keys and numeric keys. Such keys do not have a dedicated
printed icon. The follo ing table lists the hidden functions for these keys.
Key combination Hidden function
Fn + B Break
Fn + P Pause
Fn + S SysRq
Fn + K ScrLk
Fn + Q S itch performance modes
Fn + L Turn the front cover LED on and off
Fn + R * Adjust display refresh rate
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Key combination Hidden function
Fn + 4 Put the computer to sleep mode
Fn + U Turn the rear port LED on and off
* for selected models
The FnLock switch
The FnLock is a s itch that reverses the default and hidden function of a hotkey. The FnLock s itch shares
the ESC key (in the upper left corner of the keyboard). To turn it on or off, press Fn + ESC. The follo ing table
provides an example of ho the FnLock s itch changes the default function of the F1 key.
FnLock FnLock light Default function of the F1 key
Off Off F1 function *
On On Mute/Unmute sound
* The F1 function is application-dependent. It may have no function if the active application does not have a
definition for the key.
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