Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 2 User manual

L13 Gen 2, L13 Yoga Gen 2, S2 Gen 6, and S2
Yoga Gen 6
User Guide

Read this first
Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
following
• Appendix A “Important safety information” on page 59
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
Second Edition (June 2021)
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Contents
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Chapter 1 Meet your computer 1
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 6
USB specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 2 Get started with your
computer 9
Access networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . . 9
Connect to the wired Ethernet . . . . . . . . 9
Connect to a cellular network (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Turn on the Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . 10
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 10
Use the keyboard shortcuts . . . . . . . . 10
Use the TrackPoint pointing device . . . . . 12
Use the trackpad . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Use the touch screen (for selected models) . . 14
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 16
Get to know YOGA modes (for L13 Yoga Gen 2
and S2 Yoga Gen 6 only) . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Use ThinkPad Pen Pro (for L13 Yoga Gen 2 and S2
Yoga Gen 6 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 3 Explore your computer 21
Lenovo apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Smart features (for selected models). . . . . . . 21
Intelligent cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 25
Charge the computer . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Change the power settings . . . . . . . . 26
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Set up a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . 27
Use a microSD card or smart card. . . . . . 27
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . 28
Docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 4 Secure your computer
and information 33
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Use passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Set, change, and remove a password . . . . 35
Use Power Loss Protection function (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models) . . 36
Use face authentication (for selected models) . . . 36
Chapter 5 Configure advanced
settings 39
UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
What is UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. . . . . . . . . 39
Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface . . . . . 39
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 39
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 40
Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Recovery information . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Restore system files and settings to an earlier
point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Restore your files from a backup . . . . . . 40
Reset your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Use advanced options . . . . . . . . . . 41
Windows automatic recovery. . . . . . . . 41
Create and use a recovery USB device . . . . 41
Install Windows 10 and drivers . . . . . . . . . 41
Chapter 6 CRU replacement 43
What are CRUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery. . . . 43
Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Base cover assembly . . . . . . . . . . . 44
M.2 solid-state drive and bracket . . . . . . 45
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Chapter 7 Help and support 53
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 53
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 56
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 57
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 58
Appendix A Important safety
information 59
Appendix B Accessibility and
ergonomic information 73
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Appendix C Supplemental
information about the Linux operating
system 77
Appendix D Compliance and TCO
Certified information 79
Appendix E Notices and
trademarks 95
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Discover 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 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
ThinkPad L13 Gen 2, ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2, ThinkPad S2 Gen 6, and ThinkPad S2 Yoga Gen 6 might be
shipped with different microprocessors, namely Intel® and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). Hereby Intel
models and AMD models are used to distinguish computer models with different microprocessors.
Front view
Infrared camera* / Camera* Webcam privacy shutter
Microphone TrackPoint® pointing stick
Touch screen* Fingerprint reader*
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Smart-card slot* Trackpad
TrackPoint buttons
* for selected models
Webcam privacy shutter
Slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.
Related topics
• “Use face authentication (for selected models)” on page 36
• “Use the touch screen (for selected models)” on page 14
• “Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models)” on page 36
• “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 USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector
Ethernet connector Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
Audio connector Security-lock slot
HDMI™ connector USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
microSD-card slot Power button
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AMD models
USB-C power connector Ethernet connector
Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Audio connector
Security-lock slot HDMI™ connector
USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 microSD-card slot
Power button
Note: The Ethernet extension connector Gen 2 and the adjoining USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector cannot
be used simultaneously.
Related topics
• “Charge the computer” on page 25
• “USB specifications” on page 6
• “Use a microSD card or smart card” on page 27
• “Lock the computer” on page 33
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Bottom
Emergency-reset hole Speaker
Emergency-reset hole
If the computer stops responding and you cannot turn it off by pressing the power button, reset your
computer
1. Disconnect your computer from ac power.
2. Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole to cut off power supply temporarily.
3. Connect your computer to ac power and then turn on your computer.
CAUTION:
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 one minute at a time As such, it is recommended that users avoid prolonged direct contact with
the bottom of the computer
Note: Some Lenovo computers include a display that can be rotated 360 degrees. When those products are
used as a tablet computer, the temperatures of all the accessible parts are within an acceptable range as
defined in IEC 62368-1.
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Features and specifications
For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https //psref.lenovo.com and search by product.
Dimensions
• Width 311.3 mm (12.26 inches)
• Depth 219 mm (8.62 inches)
• Thickness 17.6 mm to 17.85 mm (0.69 inches to 0.70 inches)
Power source (ac power
adapter)
• Sine-wave input at 50 Hz to 60 Hz
• Input rating of the ac power adapter 100 V to 240 V ac, 50 Hz to 60 Hz
Microprocessor To view the microprocessor information of your computer, right-click the Start
button and then click System.
Memory Double data rate 4 (DDR4), soldered on board, up to 16GB
Storage device One slot, 2242 or 2280 M.2 solid-state drive, up to 1TB
Audio • Dolby Atomos Speaker
• Dolby Voice
Display
• Color display with In-Plane Switching (IPS) or Twisted Nematic (TN) technology
• Display ratio 16 9
• Display resolution 1366 x 768 pixels or 1920 x 1080 pixels
• Multi-touch technology*
Security features
• Face authentication*
• Fingerprint reader*
• Security-lock slot
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM)*
Wireless features
• Bluetooth
• GPS (on wireless WAN model)*
• Wireless LAN
• Wireless WAN*
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 specifications
Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.
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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
• 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 1200 pixels, 60 Hz
– USB-C to DP up to 5120 x 3200 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 (Gbit/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
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
Connect your computer to a local network with an Ethernet cable through the following accessories
• Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet adapter
• ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2
You can also purchase a Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet adapter or ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Adapter Gen 2
from Lenovo at https //www.lenovo.com/accessories.
Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)
If your computer has a wireless wide area network (WAN) card and a nano-SIM card installed, you can
connect to a cellular data network and get online everywhere.
Note: The 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.
To establish a cellular connection
1. Turn off the computer.
2. Locate the nano-SIM card slot and insert the nano-SIM card as shown. Note the orientation of the card
and ensure that it is seated correctly.
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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. Click the action center icon in the Windows notification area.
2. Click Airplane mode to turn on the Airplane mode.
Interact with your computer
Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen.
Use the keyboard shortcuts
The special keys on the keyboard help you work more effectively.
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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
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Enable / disable wireless
Open / collapse notification center
Answer incoming calls
This function only works with some apps, such as Skype for Business 2016 and
Microsoft Teams 1.0.
By default, the function works with Skype for Business 2016. You can change the
default setting on the Vantage app.
Decline incoming calls
This function only works with some apps, such as Skype for Business 2016 and
Microsoft Teams 1.0.
By default, the function works with Skype for Business 2016. You can change the
default setting on the Vantage app.
Note: You can also press F11 to hang up ongoing calls on Skype for Business
2016.
Open the Vantage app. You can customize the function of this key on the Vantage
app.
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Open Snipping Tool
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Toggle keyboard backlight (for selected models)
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Break operation
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Pause operation
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Scroll contents
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Send system request
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Enter sleep mode
To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button.
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Go to beginning
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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 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 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.
Disable 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
Left-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.
Disable 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.
Use the touch screen (for selected models)
If your computer display supports the multi-touch function, you can navigate the screen with simple touch
gestures.
Note: Some gestures might not be available when you are using certain apps.
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