Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 User manual

E14 Gen 4 / E15 Gen 4
User Guide

Read this first
Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
following:
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
First Edition (March 2022)
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Contents
Discover your Lenovo note ook. . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet your computer. . . . . 1
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 7
USB specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Access networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . . 9
Connect to the wired Ethernet (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Turn on the Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . . 9
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 9
ThinkPad Integrated Earbuds (for selected
models of E15 Gen 4) . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Use the keyboard shortcuts . . . . . . . . 10
Use the TrackPoint pointing device . . . . . 12
Use the trackpad . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 15
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 17
enovo apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
The Vantage app . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
AI Meeting Manager (for selected models). . . 17
enovo Smart Appearance (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Use Night light mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Smart features (for selected models). . . . . . . 19
Intelligent cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 23
Charge the computer . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Change the power settings . . . . . . . . 24
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Set up a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . 25
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . 25
Chapter 4. Secure your computer
and information . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
ock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
og in with your fingerprint (for selected models) . . 27
og in with your face ID (for selected models) . . . 28
Protect data against power loss (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
UEFI BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Set, change, and remove a password . . . . 29
Chapter 5. Configure advanced
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Enter the UEFI BIOS menu . . . . . . . . . 31
Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface . . . . . 31
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 31
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 31
View UEFI BIOS Event log . . . . . . . . . 31
Reset System to factory defaults . . . . . . 32
Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
FIDO (Fast ID) Online authentication . . . . . . . 33
Install a Windows operating system and drivers . . 34
Chapter 6. CRU replacement . . . . . 37
CRU list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery . . . . 37
Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Base cover assembly . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Discrete memory module (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Chapter 7. Help and support . . . . . 43
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 43
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Call enovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Before you contact enovo . . . . . . . . 48
enovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 48
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 49
Appendix A. Compliance
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Appendix B. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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Discover your Lenovo note ook
Thank you for choosing a Lenovo® note ook! We are dedicated to delivering the est 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 computer
Front view
E14 Gen 4
Infrared camera* / Camera* Webcam privacy shutter
Microphones Power button / Power button with
fingerprint reader function*
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TrackPoint® pointing stick Speakers
Trackpad TrackPoint buttons
* for selected models
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E15 Gen 4
Infrared camera* / Camera* Webcam privacy shutter
Microphones Power button / Power button with
fingerprint reader function*
TrackPoint pointing stick Speakers
Trackpad TrackPoint buttons
* for selected models
We cam privacy shutter
Slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.
Chapter 1.Meet your computer 3

Related topics
• “ og in with your face ID (for selected models)” on page 28
• “ og in with your fingerprint (for selected models)” on page 27
• “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 12
• “Use the trackpad” on page 13
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Side view
Intel models
USB-C® (Thunderbolt™ 4) power
connector Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
HDMI™ connector Audio connector
Security-lock slot Ethernet connector (for selected
models)
USB 2.0 connector ThinkPad Integrated Earbuds (for
selected models of E15 Gen 4)
*for selected models
Chapter 1.Meet your computer 5

AMD models
USB-C power connector Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
HDMI connector Audio connector
Security-lock slot Ethernet connector (for selected
models)
USB 2.0 connector ThinkPad Integrated Earbuds (for
selected models of E15 Gen 4)
*for selected models
Related topics
• “Charge the computer” on page 23
• “USB specifications” on page 8
• “ ock the computer” on page 27
• “ThinkPad Integrated Earbuds (for selected models of E15 Gen 4)” on page 10
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Features and specifications
For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com and search by product.
Memory
• Double data rate 4 (DDR4) small outline dual in-line memory module (SODIMM)*,
up to 32 GB
• Double data rate 4 (DDR4), soldered on board*, up to 8 GB
Storage device One slot, 2242 or 2280 M.2 solid-state drive, up to 1 TB
Audio • Dolby Atmos® Speaker System
• Dolby Voice®
Display
• Color display with In-Plane Switching (IPS) or Twisted Nematic (TN) technology
• Display ratio: 16:9
• Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
• Multi-touch technology*
Security features
• Face authentication*
• Fingerprint reader* (integrated in power button)
• Glance Privacy Guard*
• Glance Privacy Alert*
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM)*
Wireless features
• Bluetooth
• GPS
• Wireless AN
* for selected models
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USB specifications
Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.
Connector name Description
• USB 2.0 connector
• USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
• USB 3.2 connector Gen 2
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 4 connector
• Charge USB-C compatible devices with 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 3840 x 2160 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.
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 device Data rate (G it/s)
3.2 Gen 1 / 3.1 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 / 3.1 Gen 2 10
3.2 Gen 2 × 2 20
4 Gen 2 × 2 20
4 Gen 3 × 2 40
Thunderbolt 3 40
Thunderbolt 4 40
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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer
Access networks
This section helps you connect to a wireless or wired network.
Connect 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.
Connect to the wired Ethernet (for selected models)
Connect your computer to a local network through the Ethernet connector on your computer with an
Ethernet cable.
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.
Interact with your computer
Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen.
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ThinkPad Integrated Ear uds (for selected models of E15 Gen 4)
ThinkPad Integrated Earbuds (referred to as earbuds) help you work more comfortably and efficiently with
calls and meetings.
Push the built-in Versa Bay (tray) and then carefully pull the Versa Bay out of the slot to access the earbuds.
enovo Bud'dy enables you to know the earbuds status easily and customize earbuds settings. To access
enovo Bud'dy, open the Start menu and click .
For more information about the ThinkPad Integrated Earbuds, go to https://support.lenovo.com/docs/
thinkpad_earbuds_manual.
Use the key oard shortcuts
The special keys on the keyboard help you work more effectively.
+
Invoke the special function printed as an icon on each key or standard
function of F1–F12 function keys.
Fn ock indicator on: standard function
Fn ock indicator off: special function
Enable / disable speakers
Decrease volume
Increase volume
Enable / disable microphones
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Darken display
Brighten display
Manage external displays
Enable / disable wireless
Open / collapse notification center
Answer incoming calls on Microsoft Teams®
Decline incoming calls on Microsoft Teams
Open the Vantage app. You can customize the function of this key on
the Vantage app.
+ (for E15 Gen 4 only)
Open calculator
+ (for E15 Gen 4 only)
Enter sleep mode
+
Open Snipping Tool
+ (for selected models)
Toggle keyboard backlight
+
Break operation
+
Pause operation
+
Scroll contents
+
Send system request
+
Enter sleep mode
To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button.
+
Go to beginning
+
Go to end
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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.
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 uttons
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 while 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.
Disa le 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 ➙ Devices ➙ Mouse.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to disable TrackPoint.
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Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap
Note: Ensure that the new cap has grooves a.
Use the trackpad
You can use the trackpad to perform all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse.
Use the trackpad
eft-click zone Right-click zone
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Use the touch gestures
Tap once to select or open an item. Tap twice quickly to display a shortcut menu.
Two-finger zoom in or zoom out. Scroll through items.
Open the task view to see all open windows. Show the desktop.
Notes:
• When using two or more fingers, ensure that you position your fingers slightly apart.
• Some gestures are not available if the last action was done from the TrackPoint pointing device.
• Some gestures are only available when you are using certain apps.
• If the trackpad surface is stained with oil, turn off the computer first. Then, gently wipe the trackpad
surface with a soft and lint-free cloth moistened with lukewarm water or computer cleaner.
For more gestures, see the help information of the pointing device.
Disa le the trackpad
The trackpad is active by default. To disable the device:
1. Open the Start menu, and then click Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Touchpad.
2. In the Touchpad section, turn off the Touchpad control.
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