Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 User manual

L14 Gen 2 and L15 Gen 2
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 (December 2020)
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Contents
Discover yo r Lenovo notebook. . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet yo r comp ter . . . . . 1
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
USB specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 2. Get started with yo r
comp ter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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
nteract 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
Chapter 3. Explore yo r comp ter . . 19
Lenovo apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
ntelligent Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 20
Charge the computer . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Change the power settings . . . . . . . . 22
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Set up a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . 22
Set up an NFC connection (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Use a smart card or microSD card (for
selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . 23
Docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Chapter 4. Sec re yo r comp ter
and information . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Log in with your fingerprint . . . . . . . . . . 27
Log in with your face D (for selected models) . . . 28
Protect data against power loss (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
UEF B OS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Set, change, or remove a password . . . . . 29
Associate your fingerprints with passwords
(for selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Chapter 5. Config re advanced
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
UEF B OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Enter the UEF B OS menu . . . . . . . . . 33
Navigate in the UEF B OS interface . . . . . 33
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 33
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 33
Update UEF B OS . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Restore system files and settings to an earlier
point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Restore your files from a backup . . . . . . 34
Reset your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Use advanced options . . . . . . . . . . 34
Windows automatic recovery. . . . . . . . 34
Create and use a recovery USB device . . . . 35
nstall Windows 10 and drivers . . . . . . . . . 35
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
Memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Wireless WAN card (for selected models) . . . 40
Hard disk drive assembly (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
M.2 solid-state drive (for models with hard
disk drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
M.2 solid-state drive (for models without hard
disk drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
USB and audio board (for L14 Gen 2 only). . . 48
Chapter 7. Help and s pport . . . . . 49
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 49
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 53
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Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 54
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 55
Appendix A. Accessibility and
ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 57
Appendix B. Compliance
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Appendix C. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
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Discover yo r Lenovo notebook
Thank yo for choosing a Lenovo notebook! We are dedicated to delivering the best sol tion to yo .
Before starting your tour, please read the following information:
• llustrations 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 yo r comp ter
Front view
L14 Gen 2
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L15 Gen 2
R camera* / Camera* ThinkShutter (Camera cover)*
Microphone Touch screen*
TrackPoint® pointing stick Fingerprint reader*
TrackPoint buttons Power button
NFC* Trackpad
* for selected models
ThinkSh tter
Slide ThinkShutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. t is designed to protect your privacy.
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Related topics
• “Log in with your face D (for selected models)” on page 28
• “Use the touch screen (for selected models)” on page 14
• “Log in with your fingerprint” on page 27
• “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 12
• “Use the trackpad” on page 13
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Side view
Audio connector Security-lock slot
Power connector Thunderbolt™ 4 connector (USB-C®)
Nano-S M-card tray* Ethernet connector
Smart-card slot* microSD card slot
* for selected models
Related topics
• “Lock the computer” on page 27
• “Charge the computer” on page 21
• “USB specifications” on page 6
• “Connect to the wired Ethernet” on page 9
• “Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)” on page 9
• “Use a smart card or microSD card (for selected models)” on page 23
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Chapter 1.Meet your computer 5

Bottom view
Speaker
Specifications
For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com.
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
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
• Thunderbolt 3 connector (USB-C)
• Thunderbolt 4 connector (USB-C)
• Charge USB-C compatible devices with the output voltage and
current of 5 V and 1.5 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 connector (USB-C) 40
Thunderbolt 4 connector (USB-C) 40
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Chapter 2. Get started with yo r comp ter
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 through the Ethernet connector on your computer with an
Ethernet cable.
Connect to a cell lar network (for selected models)
f your computer has a wireless wide area network (WAN) card and a nano-S M 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.
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2. Locate the nano-S M card slot and insert the nano-S M card as shown. Note the orientation of the card
and ensure that it is seated correctly.
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.
T rn 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 yo r comp ter
Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen.
Use the keyboard shortc ts
The special keys on the keyboard help you work more effectively.
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nvoke 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
ncrease 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.
Customize the function of this key on the Vantage app
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Open calculator (for L15 Gen 2 only)
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Enter sleep mode (for L15 Gen 2 only)
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Open Snipping Tool
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Toggle keyboard backlight
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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
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 b ttons
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 ➙ Mo se.
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 to ch gest res
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.
• f 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 ➙ To chpad.
2. n the Touchpad section, turn off the To chpad control.
Use the to ch screen (for selected models)
f 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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