Lenovo V17 Gen 3 User manual

User Guide
Lenovo V17 Gen 3

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Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
following:
Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
Safety and Warranty Guide
Setup Guide
First Edition (March 2022)
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Contents
Abo t this g ide . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet yo r comp ter . . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . . 7
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Avoid constant body contact with specific hot
sections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 2. Get started with yo r
comp ter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Work with Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows help information . . . . . . . . . 10
Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo PC Manager . . . . 10
The Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Open the Novo Button menu . . . . . . . . 11
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 11
Keyboard hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 3. Explore yo r comp ter . . 13
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 13
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Set power button behavior. . . . . . . . . 13
A power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Set performance mode . . . . . . . . . . 14
Change settings in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . 14
What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . 14
Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 14
Select boot devices . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Change hotkey mode. . . . . . . . . . . 15
Set passwords in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . 15
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Set administrator password . . . . . . . . 15
Change or remove administrator password . . 16
Set user password . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Enable power-on password . . . . . . . . 16
Set hard disk password . . . . . . . . . . 16
Change or remove hard disk password . . . . 17
Chapter 4. Help and s pport . . . . . 19
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 19
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
What is a CRU? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
CRUs for your product model . . . . . . . . . 21
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 22
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 22
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 23
Appendix A. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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This guide applies to Lenovo product model(s) listed below. Illustrations in this guide may look slightly
different from your product model.
Model name Machine type (MT)
Lenovo V17 G3 IAP 82U1
For further compliance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https://
pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices.
This guide may contain information about accessories, features, and software that are not available on all
models.
This guide contains instructions that are based on the Windows operating system. These instructions are
not applicable if you install and use other operating systems.
Microsoft® makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update.
As a result, the operating system related instructions may become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources
for the latest information.
The content of the guide is subject to change without notice. To obtain the latest version, go to https://
support.lenovo.com.
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Front
1. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.
2. Camera Capture still and moving images for taking photos, recording
videos, and video chatting.
Capture your face images for face authentication.
Note: Use Windows Hello to enroll your face for face
authentication.
3. Camera cover slider Move the slider to cover or uncover the camera lens.
Note: The camera cover helps you better protect your privacy.
4. Camera light If the light is on, the camera is in use.
5. Screen Display text, graphics, and videos. Selected models support multi-
touch function.
6. Wireless antennas Send and receive radio waves for the built-in wireless LAN (local area
network) and Bluetooth module.
Notes:
The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.
If the location of the antennas is close to the user’s body (< 20 cm),
you can find the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) values in the Setup
Guide that comes with your computer.
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Base
1. Power button/Finger print reader* Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer into
sleep mode. Finger print reader* is available on power button. Enroll
and read your fingerprint for user authentication.
2. Power light/Finger print reader light* The light shows power status of the computer and the status of
fingerprint reader.
3. Numeric keyboard To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key.
Note: If the Num Lock key light is on, the numeric keypad is in use.
4. Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs.
Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and function keys for
changing settings and performing tasks quickly.
5. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.
Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch function.
* for selected models
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Left
1. Power connector Connect to power with the included power cord and ac power
adapter.
2. Charging light Indicate whether the computer is connected to ac power.
Solid white: connected to ac power; battery capacity 91%–100%
Solid amber: connected to ac power; battery capacity 1%–90%
Off: not connected to ac power
3. USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector Connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, a USB
mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB printer.
4. HDMI™ 1.4 connector Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such
as an HDTV.
5. USB-C® connector Connect external storage, charger, or video devices.
Note: An appropriate adapter may be needed for connecting external
devices.
6. Combo audio jack Connect headphones or headsets with a 3.5 mm (0.14 inch), 4-pole
plug.
Note: This jack does not support standalone external microphones. If
you use headsets, choose one with a single plug.
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Right
1. Power light On: the computer is turned on.
Off: the computer is turned off or in hibernation mode.
Blinking: the computer is in sleep mode.
2. Novo button hole Press the Novo button to open the Novo B tton menu. From the
menu, you can choose to open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility, the Boot
menu, or the Windows startup options screen.
3. SD card slot Insert an SD card or a MultiMediaCard (MMC) into the slot for data
transfer or storage.
4. USB 2.0 connector Connect USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB
mouse, USB storage device ,or USB printer.
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Bottom
1. Ventilation slots (inlet) Dissipate heat.
2. Speakers Produce sound.
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Feat res and specifications
Dimensions Width: 399 mm (15.71 inches)
Depth: 274 mm (10.79 inches)
Thickness: 19.9 mm (0.78 inches)
ac power adapter Input: 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz
Output: 20 V dc, 3.25 A
Power: 65 W
Battery pack Capacity: 38 Wh
Number of cells: 2
Capacity: 45 Wh
Number of cells: 3
Microprocessor To view the microprocessor information of your computer, type system information in the
Windows search box and then press Enter.
Memory Type: On-board memory module, Double data rate 4 (DDR4), small outline dual in-line
memory module (SODIMM)
Number of slots: 1
Secondary storage
device Type: Hard disk drive
Form factor: SATA (2.5-inch, 7-mm height)
Bus: SATA
Type: Solid-state drive
Form factor: M.2 (2242/2280)
Bus: PCI Express
Screen Size: 431.8 mm (17 inches)
Display resolution
– 1920 × 1080 pixels
– 1366 × 768 pixels
Keyboard Function keys
Hotkeys
Numeric keypad
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Connectors and slots Combo audio jack
USB 2.0 connector
– Provide power output up to 5 V and 0.5 A
USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector
– Provide power output up to 5 V and 0.9 A
USB-C connector (full function)
– Power input up to 65 W
– Power output up to 5 V and 3 A
– USB data transfer rate up to 5 Gbps for USB 3.2 Gen 1
– DisplayPort 1.2. Supports maximum output resolution of 4096 X 2160, at 60 Hz frame
rate.
HDMI 1.4 connector
– Supports 2560 x 1800 @ 60 Hz as specified in HDMI 1.4
SD card reader
Security features Fingerprint reader*
UEFI/BIOS passwords
– Administrator password
– User password
– Master hard disk password
– User hard disk password
Wireless features Bluetooth
Wireless LAN
* for selected models
*USB-C connector provides power up to 5 V and 1.5 A for 38 Wh battery pack when the computer is not
connected to ac power.
Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a specific test environment.
Capacities measured in other environments may differ but are no lower than the rated capacity (see product
label).
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 5
3.2 Gen 2 10
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Operating environment
Maxim m altit de (witho t press rization)
3048 m (10 000 ft)
Temperat re
At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft)
– Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
– Storage: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°F)
At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft)
– Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition: 31.3°C (88°F)
Note: When you charge the battery, its temperature must be no lower than 10°C (50°F).
Relative h midity
Operating: 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F)
Storage: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F)
Avoid constant body contact with specific hot sections
CAUTION:
When the comp ter is operating, it sho ld be placed on a hard and flat s rface with its bottom area
not in contact with ser’s bare skin. Under normal operating conditions, the temperat re of the
bottom s rface will remain within an acceptable range as defined in IEC 62368-1, b t s ch
temperat res can still be high eno gh to ca se discomfort or harm to the ser if directly to ched for
over one min te at a time. As s ch, it is recommended that sers avoid prolonged direct contact with
the bottom of the comp ter.
Note: Some Lenovo computers include a display that can be rotated 360 degrees. When those products are
used as a tablet computer, the temperatures of all the accessible parts are within an acceptable range as
defined in IEC 62368-1.
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Work with Windows
The following table contains Windows frequently used settings. You can learn the basics and start working
with Windows right away.
To configure settings, type the corresponding keywords in the Windows search box and select the best
match. Follow the on-screen instructions to customize settings.
Ta le 1. Basic settings
F nctions Descriptions Search by
keywords
Control Panel View or change Windows settings, including hardware and software setup
and configuration.
Control Panel
Connect to Wi-Fi
networks
For models with a wireless LAN module, you can connect your computer to
a Wi-Fi® network. Click the network icon in the Windows notification area,
and then select a network for connection.
Note: The wireless LAN module on your computer may support different
standards. For some countries or regions, use of 802.11ax may be disabled
according to local regulations.
Wi-Fi
Connect to wired
networks
For models with an Ethernet (RJ-45) connector, you can use an Ethernet
cable to connect your computer to a wired network.
—
Airplane mode Airplane mode is a convenient setting to turn all wireless communications of
your computer on and off. You may need to turn it on when boarding an
airplane.
Airplane mode
Night light mode Night light is a switch in Windows that you can turn on and off. When it is
turned on, your screen shows warmer colors and the amount of emitted
blue light is reduced. Enabling night light reduces the chances of developing
eye fatigue or eye strain.
Night light
Adjust color
temperature
If night light mode is turned on, you can adjust the color temperature of the
screen.
Note: Selected Lenovo computers are low blue light certified. These
computers are tested with night light turned on and color temperature set to
the default value of 48.
Night light
Windows
Updates
Microsoft periodically releases feature and security updates to the Windows
operating system. Updates that are applicable to your Windows version are
downloaded automatically when your computer is connected to the
Internet. When updates are downloaded, you are prompted to restart the
computer to install these updates. You can also manually check if there are
available updates for the installed version of Windows.
Attention: Only use Windows Update to download and install updates.
Updates downloaded from other sources may include security risks.
Windows Updates
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Ta le 2. Optional settings
F nctions Descriptions Search by
keywords
Set up face
recognition
For models with a Windows Hello-compatible infrared camera, you can set
up face recognition to sign in with your face.
Sign-in options
Enroll your
fingerprint
For models with a fingerprint reader, you can enroll your fingerprint for
Windows sign-in.
Sign-in options
Touch keyboard In stand, tent, or tablet mode, the physical keyboard of your computer is
disabled to prevent inadvertent typing. In these three modes, Windows
touch keyboard is automatically displayed when text input is required. If not,
select the touch keyboard icon ( ) in the Windows notification area.
Touch keyboard
Windows help information
If the on-screen instructions cannot solve your problem, refer to the following to get the online Windows help
information.
Type Get Help or Tips in the Windows search box and then press Enter. When the app opens, type the
problem description and select the matched result.
Visit Microsoft support Web site: https://support.microsoft.com. Enter what you are looking for in the
search box and get search results.
Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo PC Manager
They are both apps developed by Lenovo. Using either of them, you can:
View product information and system status
Manage and change device settings
Check for and perform system update
Note: This feature is only available on Lenovo Vantage. In Lenovo PC Manager, you can check for and
perform driver update.
Depending on the country or region in which your computer is purchased, one of the apps may be pre-
installed on your computer. To open it, type its name in the Windows Search box and select the matched
result. If neither of the apps is pre-installed, you may install one on your own. Lenovo Vantage is available for
download free of charge from the Microsoft Store.
Note: App features are subject to change with updates and specific features may not be available on all
Lenovo products.
The Novo B tton men
The Novo Button menu can be displayed before the operating system starts. From the menu, you can
choose to
Open the BIOS/UEFI setup utility
Open the boot device selection menu
Open the Windows startup options screen
Note: From the Windows startup options screen, you can then choose to
Start your computer using a recovery drive
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Reset your computer
Open advanced options screen
Open the Novo B tton men
For Lenovo computers with a Novo button, you can press the button to open the Novo Button menu.
Step 1. Turn off the computer.
Step 2. Open the LCD screen and press the Novo button.
Note: Alternatively, turn off the computer. Press the hotkey to open the Novo Button menu.
Interact with yo r comp ter
Keyboard hotkeys
Some keys on the keyboard are printed with icons. These keys are called hotkeys and can be pressed alone
or in combination with the Fn key to open certain apps or change certain settings quickly. The functions of
the hotkeys are symbolized by the icons printed on them.
Hotkey F nction
Mute/Unmute sound.
Decrease/Increase system volume.
Mute/Unmute the microphone.
Increase/Decrease screen brightness.
Switch display devices.
Turn airplane mode on and off.
Open the Windows Settings app.
Lock the screen.
Display thumbnails of all open app.
Open the Windows Calculator app.
Open Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager, or an app launch bar.
Open the Windows snipping tool.
Play or pause playback of media.
Stop playback of media.
Go to the previous media file in the playlist or folder.
Go to the next media file in the playlist or folder.
Turn on/off or adjust the brightness of the keyboard backlight.
Note: This hotkey must be used with the Fn key.
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Hotkey mode
Some hotkeys share keys with function keys (F1 to F12). The hotkey mode is a UEFI/BIOS setting that
changes how hotkeys (or function keys) are used.
Hotkey mode setting How to se hotkeys How to se f nction keys
Disabled Hold down the Fn key and press one
of the hotkeys.
Press the function keys directly.
Enabled Press the hotkeys directly. Hold down the Fn key and press one
of the function keys.
Note: Hotkeys that do not share keys with function keys are not affected by the hotkey mode setting. They
should always be used with the Fn key.
N meric keypad
Some Lenovo computers includes a dedicated numeric keypad on the far right of the keyboard. The keypad
is used for entering numbers and operators quickly.
Press the N mLock key to enable or disable the numeric keypad.
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Manage power
Use the information in this section to achieve the best balance between performance and power efficiency.
Check the battery stat s
The battery status icon or is in the Windows notification area. You can check the battery status, view
the current power plan, and access battery settings quickly.
Click the battery status icon to display the percentage of battery power remaining and change the power
mode. A warning message is displayed when the battery is low.
Charge the battery
When the remaining battery power is low, charge your battery by connecting your computer to ac power.
The battery is fully charged in about two to four hours. The actual charging time depends on the battery
capacity, the physical environment, and whether you are using the computer.
Battery charging is also affected by its temperature. The recommended temperature range for charging the
battery is between 10°C (50°F) and 35°C (95°F).
Note:
You can check the battery temperature in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager.
To maximize the life of the battery, once the battery is fully charged, it must discharge to 94% or lower
before it will be allowed to recharge again.
To extend your battery’s lifespan, the battery may optimize its full charge capacity based on your usage.
After prolonged periods of limited use, full battery capacity may not be available until you discharge to as
low as 20% and recharge completely. For more information, refer to the power section of Lenovo
Vantage.
Set power b tton behavior
By default, pressing the power button puts the computer to sleep mode. However, you can change the
power button behavior in Windows Control Panel.
Step 1. Type Control Panel in the Windows search box and then press Enter. Open the control panel and
view by large or small icons.
Step 2. Select the power options and then click choose what the power button does.
A power plan
A power plan is a collection of power-saving settings made available by an operating system. With a power
plan, you can set idle time-outs for different hardware components to enter a low-power state. The default
power plan and some of its idle time-out settings are listed below for computer models pre-installed with
Windows.
The listed settings are active when the computer is connected to an electrical outlet. If your computer include
a built-in battery pack, a different collection of time-out settings is set to take effect when the computer is
operating on battery power.
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Default power plan: Balanced
Turn off the display: after 10 minutes
Put the computer to sleep: after 10 minutes
Note: To wake the computer from the sleep state, press the power button or any key on the keyboard.
Change or c stomize a power plan
This operation is applicable to computers with pre-installed Windows 10.
Step 1. Right-click the battery status icon in the Windows notification area.
Step 2. Select Power Options ➙ Change plan settings.
You may select a different power plan or you can customize a plan by selecting change plan settings.
Set performance mode
Your computer can work in different performance modes. The performance and power consumption of the
computer vary in different performance modes. Press Fn + Q to cycle through different performance modes.
Change settings in UEFI/BIOS set p tility
This section introduces what is UEFI/BIOS and the operations you can perform in its setup utility.
What is UEFI/BIOS set p tility
UEFI/BIOS is the first program that runs when a computer starts. UEFI/BIOS initializes hardware components
and loads the operating system and other programs. Your computer may include a setup program (setup
utility) with which you can change certain UEFI/BIOS settings.
Open the UEFI/BIOS set p tility
Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer.
Step 2. Press F2 repeatedly once the computer is turned on.
Note: For computers with hotkey mode enabled, press Fn + F2.
Select boot devices
Normally, the computer starts to a boot manager loaded from the secondary storage device of the computer.
Occasionally, you may need to start the computer to a program or boot manager loaded from another device
or a network location. After the system firmware initializes all devices, you can press an interruption key to
display the boot menu and select a desired boot device.
Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer.
Step 2. Press F12.
Step 3. From the boot device menu, select a boot device to start the computer.
You can make a permanent change on boot devices in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility. Select the Boot menu; in
the EFI section, select the desired boot device and move it to the top of the device list. Save changes and
exit the setup utility for the change to take effect.
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