Page 2 - Read this first; Safety and Warranty Guide
Read this first 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 (December 2022) © Copyright Lenovo 2022. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTIC...
Page 3 - Contents
Contents About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Bottom . . . . ...
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Page 5 - About this guide; iii
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) IdeaPad Flex 5 14IRU8 82Y0 IdeaPad Flex 5 14ABR8 82XX IdeaPad Flex 5 16IRU8 82Y1 IdeaPad Flex 5 16ABR8 82XY • F...
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Page 7 - Chapter 1. Meet your computer; Front
Chapter 1. Meet your computer Front Item Controls & Connectors Description 1 Microphones Capture or record sound and voice. 2 Camera Capture still and moving images for taking photos, recording videos, and engaging in video conferences. 3 Camera cover Physically disable the camera function for p...
Page 8 - Base
Base Figure 1. Base view—14-inch models Figure 2. Base view—16-inch models Item Controls & Connectors Description 1 Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat. Attention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat. 2 Speakers...
Page 10 - Left
Left Item Controls & Connectors Description 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 a...
Page 12 - Right
Right Item Controls & Connectors Description 1 Power button with power light Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer into sleep mode. The light on the power button shows the system status of your computer. • On: The computer is turned on. • Blinking fast: The computer is tur...
Page 13 - Bottom
Bottom Item Controls & Connectors Description 1 Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming airflow to dissipate internal heat. Attention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat. Chapter 1 . Meet your computer 7
Page 14 - Features and specifications
Features and specifications Specifications Descriptions Dimensions • IdeaPad Flex 5 14IRU8 and IdeaPad Flex 5 14ABR8 – Width: 313.1 mm (12.33 inches) – Depth: 224.9 mm (8.85 inches) – Thickness (metal version): – Thinnest: 17.4 mm (0.69 inches) – Thickest: 18.9 mm (0.74 inches) – Thickness (plastic ...
Page 15 - * for selected models
Specifications Descriptions Screen • IdeaPad Flex 5 14IRU8 and IdeaPad Flex 5 14ABR8 – Size: 355.6 mm (14 inches) – Display resolution – 1920 × 1200 pixels (WUXGA model) – 2240 × 1400 pixels (WUXGA+ model) (only for IdeaPad Flex 5 14ABR8) • IdeaPad Flex 5 16IRU8 and IdeaPad Flex 5 16ABR8 – Size: 406...
Page 16 - Statement on USB transfer rate; Operating environment; Maximum altitude (without pressurization); Avoid constant body contact with specific hot sections
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 ...
Page 17 - Chapter 2. Get started with your computer; Work with Windows
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. F...
Page 19 - hotkeys, always hold down the Fn key while pressing the key.; Related topics; Appendix A “Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys” on page 33; The FnLock switch
Interact with your computer Hotkeys Look at the top row of the keyboard of your Lenovo computer and you’ll find keys with printed icons. These keys are called hotkeys and they provide shortcuts to functions that you’ll use frequently. The function that each hotkey provides is denoted by the icon pri...
Page 20 - • A: an icon or character denoting the primary function; Dual-function keys without printed icons
Figure 4. Locations of the FnLock key and the Fn key A Lenovo keyboard usually contains hotkeys in the top row. These hotkeys share keys with the function keys (F1–F12) and other keys. For these dual-function keys, the icons or characters denoting the primary functions are printed on top of the icon...
Page 21 - Numeric keypad; Press the; NumLock; key to enable or disable the numeric keypad.; Touch operations supported by Windows
Numeric 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 NumLock key to enable or disable the numeric keypad. Touch operations supported by Windows For computers with a touch-en...
Page 22 - Settings; Use a pen; You can view or change the functions of pen buttons in; the; Lenovo Pen Settings
Touch operation Used for Swipe in from the left edge Opening the widgets panel Swipe in from the right edge Opening the notification center The Windows operating system also supports 3- and 4-finger gestures on the screen and the touchpad. You can set them up in Settings ➙ Bluetooth & devices . ...
Page 23 - Install the AAAA battery; Set the Lenovo Digital Pen
Item Description Item Description 1 Pen tip 2 Bottom button 3 Top button Install the AAAA battery Lenovo Digital Pen uses an AAAA battery. The AAAA battery may or may not come with the pen. Note: Make sure the positive (+) end of the battery points toward the pen tip. Check the pen's battery status ...
Page 25 - Chapter 3. Explore your computer; Intelligent features
Chapter 3. Explore your computer Intelligent features Your computer may be pre-installed with one of Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager, or Lenovo Smart Engine but not all. Most features described here can be enabled or disabled in one of these apps. Other features may be enabled in a standalone app....
Page 26 - You can check the battery temperature in Lenovo Vantage.; Normal mode; Conservation mode
Lock-Screen Notes Smart Note enables you to write or draw your inspiration right away. Hold your Lenovo digital pen close to the locked screen, and Smart Note opens automatically. Manage power Use the information in this section to achieve the best balance between performance and power efficiency. R...
Page 27 - Recover full battery capacity; Set power button behavior; Change or customize a power plan; System operation modes
Recover full battery capacity If your computer is constantly plugged in to an electrical outlet and the battery rarely discharges, the battery may not be charged to its full capacity even if the battery meter reports 100% charge. You can recover the battery’s full charging potential simply by discha...
Page 28 - Adjustable display refresh rate; . As a shortcut, you can also use the key; Change settings in UEFI/BIOS setup utility; Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer.
Note: The operation modes listed in the table are descriptive and may not be the same as those displayed by the app. Table 5. Operation modes and their recommended usage conditions Operation mode Recommended conditions High Performance • Your computer is plugged into an electrical outlet. • You want...
Page 30 - Set administrator password; Change or remove administrator password; Step 4. Enter the password again and press Enter.
Notes: • All passwords set in the setup utility consist of alphanumeric characters only. • If you start the setup utility using the user password, you can only change a few settings. Set administrator password You set the administrator password to prevent unauthorized access to the UEFI/BIOS setup u...
Page 33 - Chapter 4. Help and support
Chapter 4. Help and support Frequently asked questions How do I partition my storage drive Refer to https://support.lenovo.com/solutions/ht503851 . What should I do if my computer stops responding Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. Then restart the computer. What should I ...
Page 35 - Lenovo Limited Warranty; CRUs for your product model
What is a CRU? Customer replaceable units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. A Lenovo computer may contain the following types of CRUs: Self-service CRU Parts that can be installed or replaced easily by customer themselves or by trained service technicians at an addit...
Page 36 - printed on a label or etched on the cover.; Lenovo Customer Support Center; Telephone numbers
Call Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center. Before you contact Lenovo Record product information and problem details before you contact Lenovo. Product information Problem symptoms and details • Product name • Machin...
Page 37 - Purchase additional services
Purchase additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services from Lenovo at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/warrantyupgrade . Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. Chapter 4 . Help and support 31
Page 39 - Appendix A. Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys
Appendix A. Function descriptions for Lenovo hotkeys Hotkey functions are denoted by the icons printed on the keys. The following table describes the functions for all Lenovo hotkeys. The keyboard of your Lenovo computer should only support a subset of the listed hotkeys. Table 6. Hotkey icons and d...
Page 41 - Appendix B. Notices and trademarks; Notices
Appendix B. Notices and trademarks Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, ...
Page 42 - Trademarks
Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment. Therefore, the result obtained in other operating environments may vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the sam...
