Lenovo ThinkPad X1 User manual

X1 Carbon Gen 9 and X1 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
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Setup Guide
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
Second Edition (July 2021)
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Contents
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Chapter 1 Meet your computer 1
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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 . . . . . . . . . . 17
Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (for ThinkPad X1 Yoga
Gen 6 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chapter 3 Explore your computer 19
Lenovo apps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Smart features (for selected models). . . . . . . 19
Intelligent cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 22
Charge the computer . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Change the power settings . . . . . . . . 24
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Set up a Bluetooth connection . . . . . . . 24
Set up an NFC connection (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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
Detect human presence (for selected models) . . . 28
Protect your privacy (for selected models) . . . . 29
Protect data against power loss (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
UEFI BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Set, change, and remove a password . . . . 31
Associate your fingerprints with passwords
(for selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Chapter 5 Configure advanced
settings 33
UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Enter the UEFI BIOS menu . . . . . . . . . 33
Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface . . . . . 33
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 33
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 33
Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 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
M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Wireless WAN card (for selected models) . . . 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 Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 47
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 48
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 49
Appendix A Compliance
information 51
Appendix B Notices and
trademarks 55
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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 //
pcsupport.lenovo.com.
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Chapter 1 Meet your computer
Front view
ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6
IR camera* / Camera* Webcam privacy shutter
Microphones Power button with fingerprint reader
TrackPoint® pointing stick Speaker
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NFC (near field communication) mark* Trackpad
TrackPoint buttons Touch screen
* for selected models
Webcam privacy shutter
Slide webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.
Speaker
Support Dolby Voice®, which delivers natural sound in conference calls, reduces listener fatigue, and sounds
stunningly clear to make meetings more productive.
Related topics
• “Log in with your face ID (for selected models)” on page 28
• “Log in with your fingerprint” on page 27
• “Detect human presence (for selected models)” on page 28
• “Use the touch screen (for selected models)” on page 14
• “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 12
• “Use the trackpad” on page 13
• “Set up an NFC connection (for selected models)” on page 24
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ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9
IR camera* / Camera* Webcam privacy shutter
Microphones Power button with fingerprint reader
TrackPoint® pointing stick Speaker
NFC (near field communication) mark* Trackpad
TrackPoint buttons Touch screen*
* for selected models
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Webcam privacy shutter
Slide webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.
Speaker
Support Dolby Voice®, which delivers natural sound in conference calls, reduces listener fatigue, and sounds
stunningly clear to make meetings more productive.
Related topics
• “Log in with your face ID (for selected models)” on page 28
• “Log in with your fingerprint” on page 27
• “Detect human presence (for selected models)” on page 28
• “Use the touch screen (for selected models)” on page 14
• “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 12
• “Use the trackpad” on page 13
• “Set up an NFC connection (for selected models)” on page 24
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Side view
USB-C® (Thunderbolt™ 4) power
connector USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector
USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for ThinkPad X1
Yoga Gen 6 only)
Audio connector Nano-SIM-card tray
Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Security-lock slot
* for selected models
Related topics
• “Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)” on page 9
• “Charge the computer” on page 23
• “Connect to an external display” on page 16
• “Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (for ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 only)” on page 18
• “USB specifications” on page 6
• “Lock the computer” on page 27
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Bottom view
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.
Specifications
For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https //psref.lenovo.com and search by product.
USB specifications
Notes:
• Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.
• On very rare occasions, the USB-C compatible devices connected to the USB-C connector might
interfere with the wireless features. If your computer cannot be connected to Wi-Fi or cellular network, or if
your location cannot be pinpointed through the GPS function, detach the USB-C compatible devices from
the USB-C connector.
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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
• 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 Data rate (Gbit/s)
3.2 Gen 1 / 3.1 Gen 1 5
USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) connector 40
USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector 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
To connect your computer to a local network, you need a Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter. Lenovo USB-
C to Ethernet Adapter is available as an option and shipped with some computer models. You can purchase
one from Lenovo at https //www.lenovo.com/accessories.
Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)
To connect a 4G or 5G cellular data network, you must have a wireless wide area network (WWAN) card and
a nano-SIM card installed. The nano-SIM card might come with your computer by countries or regions. If no
nano-SIM card is shipped, you will need to purchase one from authorized service carriers.
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Depending on model, your computer might have no WWAN card installed. For installation procedures of the
WWAN card, see “Wireless WAN card (for selected models)” on page 40.
Notes:
• 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.
• Network connection speeds might also vary by location, environment, network conditions and other
factors.
To establish a cellular connection
1. Turn off the computer.
2. Turn over the computer to prevent the nano-SIM card from falling.
3. 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.
4. Turn over the computer and turn it on.
5. 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
Enable / disable airplane mode
Open / collapse notification center
Answer incoming calls on Microsoft Teams.
Decline incoming calls on Microsoft Teams.
Customize the function of this key on the Vantage app
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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 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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