Lenovo ThinlPad T14s Gen 1 User manual

T14s Gen 1 and X13 Gen 1
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
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
• Setup Guide
First Edition (August 2020)
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Contents
About this docu entation . . . . . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet your co puter . . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
eft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
USB connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Chapter 2. Get started with your
co puter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Get started with your desktop . . . . . . . . . 11
Manage networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . 11
Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 12
Use the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Use the keyboard shortcuts . . . . . . . . 12
Use the TrackPoint pointing device . . . . . 13
Use the trackpad . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Use the multi-touch screen . . . . . . . . 16
Connect to an external display . . . . . . . 17
Chapter 3. Explore your co puter . . 19
Use the Intelligent Cooling feature (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Use the P-to-P 2.0 charging function . . . . . . 19
Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device . . . . . 20
Enabling Nvidia proprietary drivers in Fedora (for
selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Purchase options . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Chapter 4. Secure your co puter
and infor ation . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
ock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models) . . 27
Use privacy protection (for selected models) . . . 28
Use passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Set, change, and remove a password . . . . 30
Use Power oss Protection function (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Chapter 5. Configure advanced
settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
What is UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Enter the UEFI BIOS menu . . . . . . . . . 33
Navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface . . . . . 33
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . . 33
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . . 34
Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Chapter 6. CRU replace ent . . . . . 35
CRU list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Disable the built-in battery. . . . . . . . . . . 35
Replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Base cover assembly . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Wireless-WAN card (for selected models) . . . 37
M.2 solid-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Keyboard (for ThinkPad X13 Gen 1) . . . . . 42
Chapter 7. Help and support . . . . . 49
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 49
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Call enovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Before you contact enovo . . . . . . . . 53
enovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 54
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 55
Appendix A. Ergono ic
infor ation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Appendix B. Co pliance
infor ation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Appendix C. Notices and
trade arks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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About this docu entation
• 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 co puter
ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 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
1. Infrared ED* 2. Camera with IR function*
3. ThinkShutter* 4. Microphones*
5. Camera* 6. Multi-touch screen*
* for selected models
ThinkShutter: Slide ThinkShutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.
Related topic
“Use the multi-touch screen” on page 16
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Base
Intel odels
AMD odels
1. Power button 2. Fingerprint reader*
3. NFC label (for selected Intel models) 4. Trackpad
5. NFC mark (for selected Intel models) 6. TrackPoint® pointing device
* for selected models
Related topics
• “Use the fingerprint reader (for selected models)” on page 27
• “Use the trackpad” on page 14
• “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 13
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Left
Intel odels
AMD odels
1. USB-C™ (3.2 Gen 1) connector (for Intel models) 2. USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connectors (for AMD models)
3. Thunderbolt™ 3 connector (USB-C) (for Intel models) 4. Ethernet extension connector Gen 2
5. Docking-station connector 6. USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
7. HDMI™ connector 8. Audio connector
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Related topics
• “USB connectors” on page 10
• “Docking station” on page 21
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Right
1. Smart-card slot* 2. Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
3. Security-lock slot
Related topics
• “USB connectors” on page 10
• “ ock the computer” on page 27
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Rear
1. System status indicator 2. Nano-SIM-card and microSD-card slot*
* for selected models
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Botto
ThinkPad T14s Gen 1
ThinkPad X13 Gen 1
1. Docking-station hook holes 2. Emergency-reset hole
3. Speakers
E ergency-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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Related topic
“Docking station” on page 21
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USB connectors
Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.
Connector na e 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
• 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. If the connected device supports USB
Power Delivery, the output current can reach 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.
State ent 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 your co puter
Get started with your desktop
Launch an app
• Use the super key (with the Windows logo) or open the Activities menu on the top left and type in the
name of the application you want to launch.
• Click the "show application" menu (For the Fedora operating system, you can see the menu after opening
Activities menu) on the lower left and type in the name of the application you want to launch.
Launch settings
Select the system menu arrow on the top right and click on Settings.
Get support
• For the Ubuntu operating system, see the Ubuntu documentation site at https://help.ubuntu.com/lts/
ubuntu-help/index.html.
• For the Fedora operating system, see the Fedora project wiki at https://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Fedora_
Project_Wiki.
• The Gnome desktop is installed by default and is designed to be simple and easy to use. Details on using
Gnome are available by launching the Help application or online at https://help.gnome.org/users/.
Manage networks
Your computer helps you connect to the world through a wired or wireless network.
Connect to Wi-Fi networks
1. Click the system menu arrow on the top right. A list of available wireless networks is displayed.
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2. Select a network available for connection. Provide required information, if needed.
Airplane ode
When the Airplane mode is enabled, all wireless features are disabled.
To enable or disable the Airplane mode:
1. Use the system menu drop down (top right) and choose Settings.
2. Click the Wi-Fi option.
3. Turn on or turn off the Airplane ode switch.
Interact with your co puter
Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen.
Use the ca era
• Take pictures or record videos by using the Cheese application. The indicator next to the camera is on
when the camera is in use.
• If you use other apps that support photographing, video chatting, and video conference, the camera starts
automatically when you enable the camera-required feature from the app.
Note: IR camera support is currently limited in inux. Make sure the regular camera is selected if you see
gray lines.
Use the keyboard shortcuts
The special keys on the keyboard help you work more easily and effectively.
Enable / disable speakers
Decrease volume
Increase volume
Enable / disable microphones
Darken display
Brighten display
Manage external displays
Enable / disable wireless
*Open Settings window
*Enable / disable Bluetooth
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Invoke the special function printed as an icon on each key or standard function of
F1–F12 function keys.
Fn ock indicator on: standard function
Fn ock indicator off: special function
Fn+Spacebar Toggle keyboard backlight
Fn+B Break operation
Fn+K Scroll contents
Fn+P Pause operation
Fn+S Send system request
Fn+4
Enter sleep mode
To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button.
Fn+ eft arrow key Go to beginning
Fn+Right arrow key Go to end
* for selected models
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
1. Pointing stick
Use your index finger or middle finger to apply pressure to the pointing-stick nonslip cap in any direction
parallel to the keyboard. The pointer on the screen moves accordingly but the pointing stick itself does not
move. The higher the pressure applied, the faster the pointer moves.
2. Left-click button
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Press to select or open an item.
3. Right-click button
Press to display a shortcut menu.
4. Middle button
Press and hold the dotted middle button while applying pressure to the pointing stick in the vertical or
horizontal direction. Then, you can scroll through the document, Web site, or apps.
Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap
Note: Ensure that the new cap has grooves a.
Use the trackpad
The entire trackpad surface is sensitive to finger touch and movement. You can use the trackpad to perform
all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse.
Use the trackpad
1. Left-click zone
Press to select or open an item.
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