Lenovo T14s Gen 3 - User Manual

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Chapter 1. Meet your computer ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 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 view Microphone*...

NFC (near field communication) mark* Trackpad TrackPoint buttons Speaker * for selected models Webcam privacy shutter Slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy. Related topics • “Detect human presence (for selected models)” on page 2...

Side view Intel models USB-C ® (Thunderbolt ™ 4) power connector USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector HDMI ™ connector Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Audio connector Smart-card slot* USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Security-lock slot * for selected models Related topics • “Charge the computer” on page 23 • “C...

AMD models USB-C (USB 4) power connector USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2) connector HDMI connector Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Audio connector Smart-card slot* USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Security-lock slot * for selected models Related topics • “Charge the computer” on page 23 • “Connect to an external disp...

Bottom view Emergency-reset hole 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. Co...

Rear view Nano-SIM-card tray* * for selected models Related topic “Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)” on page 9 6 T14s Gen 3 and X13 Gen 3 User Guide

Features and specifications For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com and search by product. Memory Low power double data rate 5 (LPDDR5), soldered on board, up to 32 GB Storage device One slot, 2280 M.2 solid-state drive, up to 2 TB Audio • Dolby Audio ™ Premium •...

Connector name Description • USB 2.0 connector • USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 • USB 3.2 connector Gen 2 • Always on 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 • ...

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 ...

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 45. Notes: • The 4G or 5G cellular service is provided by authorized mobile service carriers in some countries or regions. You must...

+ Enter sleep mode To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button. + Go to beginning + 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 poi...

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 Chapter 2 . Get started with your co...

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 ...

Maintenance tips: • Turn off the computer before cleaning the touch screen. • Use a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth or a piece of absorbent cotton to remove fingerprints or dust from the touch screen. Do not apply solvents to the cloth. • The touch screen is a glass panel covered with a plastic film....

Chapter 3. Explore your computer Lenovo apps This section provides introduction to the Vantage and Lenovo Quick Clean / Clean Your Device apps. The Vantage app The preinstalled Vantage app is a customized one-stop solution to help you maintain your computer with automated updates and fixes, configur...

Note: If your computer comes with an ePrivacy screen, it can work with Glance to achieve better privacy protection. For details, go to https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/videos/vid500144 . • Improve productivity – Snap Window : When you select a window on one screen and turn your face to another, the ...

Intelligent cooling The Intelligent Cooling feature helps you adjust power consumption, fan speed, computer temperature, and performance. For models with Windows 10 Intelligent Cooling feature is adjusted through Windows Power Slider. This feature works in auto mode by default. Press Fn+T to enable ...

Notes: To maximize the life of the battery: • Use the battery until the charge is depleted and recharge the battery completely before using it. Once the battery is fully charged, it must discharge to 94% or lower before it will be allowed to recharge again. • The battery may optimize its full charge...

1. Go to Control Panel and view by Large icons or Small icons. 2. Click Power Options , and then click Choose what the power buttons do on the left pane. 3. Change the settings as you prefer. Transfer data Quickly share your files using the built-in Bluetooth or NFC technology among devices with the...

Supported smart card Supported smart card specifications: 85.60 mm (3.37 inches) x 53.98 mm (2.13 inches) Attention: Smart cards with slits are not supported. Do not insert such a smart card into the smart-card slot of your computer. Otherwise, the reader might get damaged. Install or remove a card ...

Chapter 4. Secure your computer and information Lock the computer Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible security cable lock. Note: The slot supports cable locks that conform to the Kensington NanoSaver ® lock standards using Cleat ™ locking technology. You are r...

• If the Airplane mode is enabled, human presence detection is disabled. • Your computer uses a human presence sensor to detect your presence and the IR camera to recognize your face. Lenovo does not collect any personal data. • For some countries or regions, the human presence sensor is disabled ac...

Chapter 5. Configure advanced settings UEFI BIOS UEFI BIOS is the first program that the computer runs. When the computer turns on, UEFI BIOS performs a self test to make sure that various devices in the computer are functioning. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu Restart the computer. When the logo screen is...

3. Navigate the interface by pressing the following keys, and then see details by selecting each item. • ↑↓ : Move keyboard focus • PgUp / PgDn: Scroll page • Enter: Select • F3: Exit The following BIOS event logs might be listed on your screen depending on the UEFI BIOS activities. Each log consist...

FIDO (Fast ID) Online authentication You computer support FIDO (Fast ID) Online authentication which works as an alternative of password- based authentication to help you achieve passwordless authentication. This new BIOS feature only works when power-on password is set in UEFI BIOS and FIDO2 USB de...

Chapter 6. CRU replacement Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. The computers contain the following types of CRUs: • Self-service CRUs : Refer to parts that can be installed or replaced easily by customer themselves or by trained service techn...

Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices and print the following instructions. Attention: Do not touch the contact edge of the wireless WAN card. Otherwise, the wireless WAN card might get damaged. For access, do the following: 1. Disable the built-in battery. See “D...

Installation procedure Note: You might be instructed to slide the keyboard frame forward or backward in some of the following steps. In this case, ensure that you do not press or hold the keys while sliding the keyboard frame. Otherwise, the keyboard frame cannot be moved. Chapter 6 . CRU replacemen...

Chapter 7. Help and support Frequently asked questions How do I access Control Panel ? Type Control Panel in the Windows search box and then press Enter. How do I turn off my computer? Open the Start menu and click Power . Then, click Shut down . How do I partition my storage drive? https://support....

Error messages If you see a message that is not included in the following table, record the error message first, then shut down the computer and call Lenovo for help. See “Lenovo Customer Support Center” on page 56. Message Solution 0190: Critical low-battery error The computer turned off because th...

Beep errors Lenovo SmartBeep technology enables you to decode beep errors with your smartphone when a black screen occurs with beeps from your computer. To decode the beep error with Lenovo SmartBeep technology: 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/smartbeep or scan the following QR Code. 2. Download...

Resources How to access? Lenovo Support Web site with the latest support information of the following: • Drivers and software • Diagnostic solutions • Product and service warranty • Product and parts details • Knowledge base and frequently asked questions https://pcsupport.lenovo.com Windows help in...

• What is the problem? Is it continuous or intermittent? • Any error message or error code? • What operating system are you using? Which version? • Which software applications were running at the time of the problem? • Can the problem be reproduced? If so, how? 2. Record the system information: • Pr...

Services not covered • Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or nonwarranted parts• Identification of software problem sources• Configuration of UEFI BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade• Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers• Installation and maintenanc...

Appendix A. Compliance information For compliance information, refer to Regulatory Notice at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com and Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices . Certification-related information Table 3. Intel models Product name Compliance I...

The following illustration shows the antenna locations on your computer: 1 Wireless LAN antenna (auxiliary) 2 Wireless LAN antenna (main) 3 Wireless WAN antenna (main, for selected models) 4 Wireless WAN antenna (auxiliary, for selected models) 5 Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO 2, for selected models) 6 ...

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, ...

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...