Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 User manual

T14 Gen 2, T15 Gen 2, P14s Gen 2, and P15s
Gen 2
User Guide

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Setup Guide
Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
Second Edition (February 2021)
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Contents
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Chapter 1 Meet your computer 1
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
USB specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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
Chapter 3 Explore your computer 19
Lenovo apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Smart features (for selected models). . . . . . . 19
Color calibration (for selected models) . . . . . . 22
Intelligent cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 23
Charge the computer . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Change the power settings . . . . . . . . 25
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Set up a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . 25
Set up an NFC connection (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Use a microSD card or smart card (for
selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Use the RFID feature (for selected Intel
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . 27
Docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Chapter 4 Secure your computer
and information 31
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Log in with your fingerprint (for selected models) . . 31
Log in with your face ID (for selected models) . . . 31
Protect your privacy (for selected models) . . . . 32
Protect data against power loss (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
UEFI BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Set, change, and remove a password . . . . 34
Associate your fingerprints with passwords
(for selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Chapter 5 Configure advanced
settings 37
UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. . . . . . . . . 37
Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface . . . . . 37
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 37
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 37
Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Install a Windows operating system and drivers . . 38
Chapter 6 CRU replacement 41
CRU list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery . . . . 42
Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Base cover assembly (T14 Gen 2 and P14s
Gen 2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Base cover assembly (T15 Gen 2 and P15s
Gen 2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Memory module (for selected models) . . . . 46
M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Coin-cell battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Wireless WAN card (for selected models) . . . 49
Speaker assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 board
and bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Chapter 7 Help and support 59
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 59
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 63
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 65
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Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 65
Appendix A Compliance
information 67
Appendix B Notices and
trademarks 71
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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
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Chapter 1 Meet your computer
ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 might be shipped with different microprocessors, namely
Intel® and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). ThinkPad T15 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 are shipped with
Intel microprocessors. Hereby Intel models and AMD models are used to distinguish computer models with
different microprocessors.
Front view
T14 Gen 2 and P14s Gen 2
Microphone* Infrared (IR) camera* / Camera*
Webcam privacy shutter* Touch screen*
Power button TrackPoint® pointing stick
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RFID label1Fingerprint reader*
Trackpad Near field communication (NFC) label*
TrackPoint buttons Speaker
* for selected models
1 for selected Intel models
T15 Gen 2 and P15s Gen 2
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Microphone* IR camera* / Camera*
Webcam privacy shutter* Touch screen*
Power button TrackPoint pointing stick
Fingerprint reader* Trackpad
NFC label* 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.
Power button
Press to turn on the computer or put the computer to sleep mode.
To turn off the computer, open the Start menu, click Power, and then select Shut down.
The indicator in the power button shows the system status of your computer.
Blinking for three times: The computer is initially connected to power.
On: The computer is on.
Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode.
Blinking rapidly (for Intel models): The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode.
Blinking rapidly (for AMD models): The computer is entering hibernation mode.
Blinking slowly: The computer is in sleep mode.
Related topics
“Log in with your face ID (for selected models)” on page 31
“Smart features (for selected models)” on page 19
“Use the touch screen (for selected models)” on page 14
“Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 12
“Use the RFID feature (for selected Intel models)” on page 27
“Log in with your fingerprint (for selected models)” on page 31
“Use the trackpad” on page 13
“Set up an NFC connection (for selected models)” on page 25
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Side view
Intel models
USB-C® (Thunderbolt™ 4) power
connector USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector
USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 HDMI™ connector
Audio connector microSD-card slot
Smart-card slot* Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
Ethernet connector Security-lock slot
* for selected models
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AMD models
USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) power connector USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector
USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 HDMI connector
Audio connector microSD-card slot
Smart-card slot* Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
Ethernet connector Security-lock slot
* for selected models
Related topics
“USB specifications” on page 7
“Charge the computer” on page 23
“Connect to an external display” on page 16
“Use a microSD card or smart card (for selected models)” on page 26
“Connect to the wired Ethernet” on page 9
“Lock the computer” on page 31
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Bottom view
T14 Gen 2 and P14s Gen 2
T15 Gen 2 and P15s Gen 2
Emergency-reset hole Keyboard drainage hole
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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Keyboard drainage hole
Drain out liquid from your computer if you accidentally spill liquid on the keyboard.
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
Rear view
Nano-SIM-card tray*
* for selected models
Related topic
“Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)” on page 9
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 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 2) 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:
– Intel models:
– USB-C to VGA: up to 1920 x 1200 pixels, 60 Hz
– USB-C to DP: up to 5120 x 3200 pixels, 60 Hz
– AMD models:
– USB-C to VGA: up to 1920 x 1200 pixels, 60 Hz
– USB-C to DP: up to 5120 x 2880 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 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. Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole in the tray 1. The tray ejects. Then, slide the tray out of the
computer. Install a nano-SIM card into the tray 2 with the metal contacts facing downward. Insert the
tray into the nano-SIM-card slot until you hear a click 3.
3. Turn on the computer.
4. Click the network icon in the Windows notification area, and then select the cellular network icon from
the list.
5. 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 (for T15 Gen 2 and P15s Gen 2 only)
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Enter sleep mode (for T15 Gen 2 and P15s 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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If your computer comes with an ePrivacy screen, press Fn+D to enable or disable
the privacy protection function. For more information, see “Protect your privacy
(for selected models)” on page 32.
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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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