Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i User manual

User Guide
Yoga 9i (14″, 7)

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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 (January 2022)
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Contents
About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Chapter . Meet your computer . . . . .
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . . . 7
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Laser safety for the ToF sensor . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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
Yoga modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . . 13
Keyboard hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Touch operations supported by Windows . . . 14
Use a pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Lenovo Precision Pen 2 (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Lenovo E-Color Pen (for selected models). . . 17
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . 2
Intelligent features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Customize intelligent features in Lenovo
Vantage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Zero touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . . 22
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Set power button behavior. . . . . . . . . 22
A power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Set performance mode . . . . . . . . . . 23
Change settings in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . 23
What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . . 23
Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . 23
Select boot devices . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Change hotkey mode . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Enable or disable always-on . . . . . . . . 24
Enable or disable Flip to Boot . . . . . . . 24
Set passwords in UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . 24
Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Set administrator password . . . . . . . . 24
Change or remove administrator password . . 25
Set user password . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Enable power-on password . . . . . . . . 25
Set hard disk password . . . . . . . . . . 26
Change or remove hard disk password . . . . 26
Chapter 4. Help and support . . . . . 27
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 27
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
What is a CRU? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
CRUs for your product model . . . . . . . . . 29
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 30
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 30
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 31
Appendix A. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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About this guide
• 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)
Yoga 9 14IAP7 82LU
• 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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Chapter . Meet your computer
Front
1. Time of flight (ToF) sensor Detect human presence in front of the computer for facilitating zero
touch and other convenient features.
2. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice.
3. Camera Capture still and moving images for taking photos, recording videos,
and video chatting.
4. Camera switch Turn the camera on or off.
5. Ambient light sensor (ALS) Detect the surrounding light intensity and adjust the brightness of the
keyboard backlight accordingly.
6. Screen Display text, graphics, and videos. Selected models support multi-
touch function.
7. Speakers Produce sound.
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Base
1. 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.
2. Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs.
Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and function keys for
changing settings and performing tasks quickly.
3. Fingerprint reader Enroll and read your fingerprint for user authentication.
4. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.
Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch function.
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Left
1. USB (3.2 Gen 2) Type-A connector
(always-on)
The always-on connector can charge external devices when the
computer is turned off, in sleep or hibernation mode. The always-on
function can be turned on or off in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility.
Note: If Lenovo Vantage is pre-installed on your computer, you can
also set always-on function from within that software.
2. Power connector/Thunderbolt™ 4
connector • Plug the ac power adapter into the Thunderbolt 4 connector to
provide power to the computer and charge the internal battery.
• Connect external display, storage, or data devices.
Note: An appropriate adapter may be needed for connecting
external devices.
3. 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
4. Thunderbolt 4 connector • Plug the ac power adapter into the Thunderbolt 4 connector to
provide power to the computer and charge the internal battery.
• Connect external display, storage, or data devices.
Note: An appropriate adapter may be needed for connecting
external devices.
5. Speaker Produce sound.
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Right
1. Speaker Produce sound.
2. Power light Indicate whether the computer is connected to ac power.
• Solid white connected to ac power; battery capacity 21%–100%
• Blinking white connected to ac power; battery capacity 1%–20%
• Off not connected to ac power
3. Power button Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer into
sleep mode.
4. USB-C® connector • Plug the ac power adapter into the USB-C connector to provide
power to the computer and charge the internal battery.
• Connect external display, storage, or data devices.
Note: An appropriate adapter may be needed for connecting
external devices.
5. 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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Bottom
1. Novo button hole Press the Novo button to open the Novo Button menu. From the
menu, you can choose to open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility, the Boot
menu, or the Windows startup options screen.
2. Speakers Produce sound.
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Features and specifications
Dimensions • Width 318 mm (12.5 inches)
• Depth 230 mm (9.1 inches)
• Thickness
– Thinnest 15.25 mm (0.6 inches)
– Thickest 16.5 mm (0.7 inches)
ac power adapter • Input 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz
• Output 20 V dc, 3.25 A/5 A
• Power 65 W/100 W
Battery pack • Capacity 75 Wh
• Number of cells 4
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).
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 low power double data rate 5 (LPDDR5)
• Number of physical slots 0
Secondary storage
device • Type Solid-state drive
• Form factor M.2 (2242/2280)
• Bus PCI Express
Screen • Size 14 inches
• Display resolution
– 1920× 1200 pixels (FHD model)
– 3840 × 2400 pixels (UHD model)
– 2880 × 1800 pixels (2.8K model)
Keyboard • Function keys
• Hotkeys
• Keyboard backlight
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Connectors and slots • Combo audio jack
• USB (3.2 Gen 2) Type-A connector (with always-on function)
– Power output up to 5 V and 1.5 A
• USB-C connector (full-function)
– Power input up to 65 W/100 W using the included power adapter
– Power output up to 5 V and 3 A
– USB data transfer rate up to 10 Gbps for USB 3.2 Gen 2
– DisplayPort 1.4. Supports maximum output resolution of 5120 × 3200, at 60 Hz frame
rate and color depth of 24 bpp (bits per pixel).
– Up to 40 Gbps bi-directional data transfer rate in Thunderbolt mode.
• Thunderbolt 4 connector × 2
– Power input up to 65 W/100 W using the included power adapter
– Power output up to 5 V and 3 A
– USB data transfer rate up to 10 Gbps for USB 3.2 Gen 2
– DisplayPort 1.4. Supports maximum output resolution of 5120 × 3200, at 60 Hz frame
rate and color depth of 24 bpp (bits per pixel).
– Up to 40 Gbps bi-directional data transfer rate in Thunderbolt mode.
Note: If the 65 W adapter or battery pack is used for power supply, and one USB-C
connector is in use and provides power output up to 5 V and 3 A, the maximum power output
of the other USB-C connector is 5 V and 0.9 A.
Security • Fingerprint reader
• UEFI/BIOS passwords
– Administrator password
– User password
– Master hard disk password
– User hard disk password
Network • Bluetooth
• Wireless LAN
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
Operating environment
Maximum altitude (without pressurization)
3048 m (10 000 ft)
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Temperature
• 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 humidity
• Operating 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F)
• Storage 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F)
Laser safety for the ToF sensor
This device is classified as a Class 1 laser product per EN/IEC 60825- :20 4. This device complies with 21
CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for conformance with IEC 60825- Ed. 3., as described in Laser Notice No.
56, dated May 8, 2019.
CAUTION:
This device contains a laser that could be damaged during repair or disassembly, which could result
in hazardous exposure to infrared laser emissions. There are no user serviceable parts with the
device. Do not attempt to disassemble or service the device.
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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer
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.
Table . Basic settings
Functions 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.
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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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Table 2. Optional settings
Functions Descriptions Search by
keywords
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
Tablet mode Windows provides a tablet mode that makes touch operations more user-
friendly. When rotating your computer screen to switch to tablet, stand, or
tent mode, you will be prompted to switch to Windows tablet mode. You
can also select the tablet mode icon in the Windows notification area to turn
on or off Windows tablet mode manually.
Tablet mode
Screen rotation
lock
In stand, tent, or tablet mode, auto rotation is turned on so that the
orientation of the screen changes based on how you place or hold the
computer. To keep the screen in a fixed orientation, you can select the
rotation lock icon in the Windows notification area to turn on rotation lock.
Note: Rotation lock is disabled in notebook mode.
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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 Button menu
The Novo Button menu can be displayed before the operating system starts. From the menu, you can
choose to
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• Open the BIOS/UEFI setup utility
• Open the boot device selection menu
• Open the UEFI Diagnostics
• 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
Reset your computer
Open advanced options screen
Open the Novo Button menu
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 Fn and the power button to open the Novo Button menu.
Yoga modes
The screen of your computer can open up to an angle of 360 degrees, enabling you to use your computer for
different purposes.
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Mode Suitable for
Notebook mode • Entering text
• Drag and drop operations using the touchpad
Stand mode • Giving a presentation
• Viewing a slide show
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Mode Suitable for
Tent mode Watching movies
Tablet mode Playing touch-enabled games
Note: Product illustrations in this section are used to demonstrate features that are supported by a range of
Lenovo products. It is normal that they may look different from your product model.
Interact with your computer
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 Function
Mute/Unmute sound.
Decrease/Increase system volume.
Mute/Unmute the microphone.
Increase/Decrease screen brightness.
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Hotkey Function
Switch display devices.
Turn airplane mode on and off.
Open the corresponding service website.
Open the Windows Settings app.
Lock the screen.
Open the Windows Calculator app.
Display an app launcher for quick access to Lenovo apps and services.
Note: For some models, you may need to connect to the Internet and complete
system update for this function to take effect.
Open the Windows snipping tool.
Turn on/off or adjust the brightness of the keyboard backlight.
Note: This hotkey must be used with the Fn key.
Switch performance modes.
Initiate background blur effect during a video call.
Switch audio modes.
Turn on/off Windows night light mode.
Enroll and read your fingerprint for user authentication.
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 use hotkeys How to use function 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.
Touch operations supported by Windows
For computers with a touch-enabled screen, you can touch the screen directly with your fingers and interact
with your computer in a more natural way. The following table lists frequently used touch operations that are
supported by the Windows operating system.
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