Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 User manual

P15 Gen 2/T15g Gen 2/P17 Gen 2
User Guide

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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 (July 2021)
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Contents
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 8
USB specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Access networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to the wired Ethernet . . . . . . . 11
Connect to a cellular network (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Turn on the Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . 12
Interact with 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 of
P15 Gen 2 / T15g Gen 2) . . . . . . . . . 16
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 18
Lenovo Pen Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 21
Lenovo apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Color calibration (for selected models) . . . . . . 21
Intelligent Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Use the Cool and Quiet on lap feature . . . . . . 22
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 . . . . . . . 24
Use a SD card or smart card (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . 25
Chapter 4. Secure your computer
and information . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Log in with your fingerprint . . . . . . . . . . 27
Log 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
Associate your fingerprints with passwords
(for selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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
Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
RAID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Storage drive requirements for RAID levels . . 32
Enter the Intel RST configuration utility . . . . 32
Create RAID volumes . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Delete RAID volumes . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Reset storage drives to non-RAID . . . . . . 33
Rebuild RAID 1 volumes. . . . . . . . . . 34
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
Bottom door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Service bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Chapter 7. Help and support . . . . . 51
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 51
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 55
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 56
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 57
Appendix A. Compliance
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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Appendix B. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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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 //
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer
Front view
P15 Gen 2 and T15g Gen 2
Infrared camera * / Camera * Webcam privacy shutter *
Microphone * Touch screen *
Power button TrackPoint® pointing stick
Fingerprint reader Trackpad
TrackPoint buttons Speaker
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Webcam privacy shutter
Slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.
Related topics
• “Log in with your face ID (for selected models)” on page 28
• “Use the touch screen (for selected models of P15 Gen 2 / T15g Gen 2)” on page 16
• “Log in with your fingerprint” on page 27
• “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 13
• “Use the trackpad” on page 15
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P17 Gen 2
Infrared camera * / Camera * Webcam privacy shutter *
Microphone * Power button
TrackPoint® pointing stick Fingerprint reader
Trackpad TrackPoint buttons
Speaker
* 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.
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Related topics
• “Log in with your face ID (for selected models)” on page 28
• “Log in with your fingerprint” on page 27
• “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 13
• “Use the trackpad” on page 15
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Side view
HDMI™ connector Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
Nano-SIM-card tray Audio connector
Smart-card slot* SD card reader
USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Security-lock slot
H MI connector
The HDMI connector on your computer supports the HDMI 2.1 standard by default. If you connect an
external display to your computer through the HDMI connector with an uncertified HDMI cable, the external
display might not work. In this case, use a certified HDMI 2.1 cable instead.
Related topics
• “Charge the computer” on page 23
• “USB specifications” on page 8
• “Use a SD card or smart card (for selected models)” on page 24
• “Lock the computer” on page 27
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Rear view
Ethernet connector Power connector
USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connectors USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector
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Bottom view
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.
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Features and specifications
For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https //psref.lenovo.com and search by product.
Memory
• Four slots
• Double data rate 4 (DDR4) small outline dual in-line memory module (SODIMM),
up to 128 GB in total
Storage device • Three slots, 2280 M.2 solid-state drive, up to 2 TB for each slot
isplay
• P15 Gen 2 and T15g Gen 2
– Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) display or color display with In-Plane
Switching (IPS)
– Display ratio 16 9
– Display resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels or 3840 x 2160 pixels
– Multi-touch technology (for selected models)
• P17 Gen 2
– Color display with IPS
– Display ratio 16 9
– Display resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels or 3840 x 2160 pixels
Notes: For non-OLED display with High-Dynamic Range (HDR) function, this
function only works under Hybrid Graphics mode. To switch the display setting
between Hybrid Graphics mode and iscrete Graphics mode
1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 to enter
the UEFI BIOS menu.
2. Select Config ➙ isplay ➙ Graphic evices and follow the on-screen
instructions.
Security features
• Face authentication *
• Fingerprint reader
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM) *
Wireless features
• Bluetooth
• GPS (available on models with wireless WAN card only) *
• Wireless LAN
• Wireless WAN (4G or 5G) *
Note: The 4G or 5G 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 escription
• 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 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 ata 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 through the Ethernet connector on your computer with an
Ethernet cable.
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.
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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.
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
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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.
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Open calculator
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Enter sleep mode
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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
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.
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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.
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. Follow the on-screen instructions to disable TrackPoint.
Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap
Note: Ensure that the new cap has grooves a.
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