Lenovo X140E- User Manual

Battery recycling information for the EuropeanUnion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Battery recycling information for the United Statesand Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Appendix C. ENERGY STAR modelinformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Appendix D. Restriction of HazardousSub...

Read this first Be sure to follow the important tips given here to get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer.Failure to do so might lead to discomfort or injury, or cause your computer to fail. Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates. When your computer is turned on or ...

Protect your computer and data when moving it. Before moving a computer equipped with a hard disk drive, do one of thefollowing, and make sure that the power button is off or is blinking: • Turn it off. • Put it in sleep mode. • Put it in hibernation mode. This will help to prevent damage to the com...

Conditions that require immediate action Products can become damaged due to misuse or neglect. Some product damage is serious enoughthat the product should not be used again until it has been inspected and, if necessary, repaired byan authorized servicer. As with any electronic device, pay close att...

sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source. If you haveany questions or concerns, contact the Customer Support Center. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, thefollowing warnings are required for...

To prevent possible overheating, do not cover the power adapter with clothing or other objectswhen the power adapter is plugged into an electrical outlet. Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you usea...

from using the keyboard by lifting your hands from the palm rest; and be careful not to usethe keyboard for any extended length of time. • Do not operate your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or in explosive environments. • Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provide...

DANGER Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing, moving,or opening covers on this product or attached devices. To connect: 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 4. Attach power cords to out...

DANGER Plastic bags can be dangerous. Keep plastic bags away from babies and children to avoid dangerof suffocation. Notice for tablet personal computer users Safety notice for users in Australia DANGER Do not connect phone line while using tablet mode. Notice for users in the U.S.A. Polyvinyl Chlor...

Chapter 1. Product overview This chapter provides information about connector locations, important product labels, computer features,specifications, operating environment, and preinstalled programs. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators...

Attention: When you attach a USB cable to this connector, ensure that the USB mark is facing upward. Otherwise the connector might be damaged. 4 Power-status indicator Your computer has a power status indicator to show the ac power adapter status of your computer. Formore information, see “Power sta...

2 Fan louver The fan louvers and the internal fan enable air to circulate in the computer to ensure proper cooling,especially the cooling of the microprocessor. Note: To ensure proper airflow, do not place any obstacles in front of the fan louvers. 3 USB 3.0 connectors The Universal Serial Bus (USB)...

1 Battery 3 Wireless LAN card slot 2 Memory upgrade slot 4 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive 1 Battery Use your computer with the battery power whenever ac power is unavailable. 2 Memory-upgrade slot You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a memory module in thememory...

The meaning of the indicator is as follows: • Green: The ac power adapter is connected. • Off: The ac power adapter is not connected. Caps Lock indicator Press the Caps Lock key to enable the Caps Lock mode to type all alphabetic characters (A-Z) in uppercasedirectly. When the Caps Lock mode is enab...

Storage device • 2.5-inch (7 mm height) hard disk drive or 2.5-inch (7 mm height) solid-state drive Display The color display uses the TFT technology. • Size: 11.6 inches (294.64 mm) • Resolution: – LCD: Up to 1366x768 – External monitor: Up to 2048x1536 (VGA) or up to 2560x1600 (HDMI) • Brightness ...

Battery pack • Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack Battery life • For the percentage of remaining battery power, check the battery-status icon in the Windows notification area. Operating environment This section provides information about your computer operating environment. Environment: • Maximum alt...

Table 2. Programs in Control Panel Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Access Connections Network and Internet Lenovo - Internet Connection Active Protection System System and Security Hardware and Sound Lenovo - Airbag Protection Client Security Solution System and Security Le...

Lenovo programs overview This topic provides information about some Lenovo programs. Note: Depending on the model, some of the programs might not be available. • Access Connections (Windows 7) The Access Connections program is a connectivity assistant program for creating and managing locationprofil...

Chapter 2. Using your computer This chapter provides information on using some of the computer components. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Registering your computer” on page 17 • “Frequently asked questions” on page 17 • “Special keys and buttons” on page 19 • “Using the ThinkPad poin...

Need to give presentations or attach an external monitor often? • Make sure that you follow the procedure for “Attaching an external monitor” on page 31. • With the Extend desktop function, you can display output on both the computer display and an external monitor. Need to attach or replace a devic...

Note: This function changes the brightness level temporarily. To change the default brightness level, change the settings through the Power Manager program. Multimedia controls • Fn+F10: Previous track/scene • Fn+F11: Play or pause • Fn+F12: Next track/scene Legacy function keys • Fn+B: Has the same...

Customizing the ThinkPad pointing device You can customize the ThinkPad pointing device to achieve the extended functions of the ThinkPadpointing device. To customize the ThinkPad pointing device, do the following: 1. Go to Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound ➙ Mouse ➙ ThinkPad . 3. Follow th...

Spend more time unplugged with ThinkPad batteries. Mobility has revolutionized business by allowingyou to take your work wherever you go. With ThinkPad batteries, you will be able to work longer withoutbeing tied to an electrical outlet. Checking the battery status The battery-status icon in the Win...

Handling the battery This system supports only batteries specially designed for this specific system and manufactured by Lenovoor an authorized builder. The system does not support unauthorized batteries or batteries designed for othersystems. If an unauthorized battery or a battery designed for ano...

Using the wireless-LAN connection A wireless local area network (LAN) covers a relatively small geographic area, such as an office building or ahouse. Devices based on the 802.11 standards can connect to this type of network. Your computer comes with a built-in wireless network card and a configurat...

• Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection is marginal. • Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection is excellent. Access Connections status icon: • No location profile is active or none exists. • Current location profil...

You also can use the wireless radio switch to turn on or turn off the wireless radios of all the wireless deviceson your computer. Presentations and multimedia You can connect your computer to a projector to give presentations or you can connect your computerto an external monitor to expand your wor...

2. Turn on the external monitor. 3. Right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution . Note: If your computer cannot detect the external monitor, click the Detect button. 4. Click the icon for the desired monitor (the Monitor-2 icon is for the external monitor). 5. Set Resolution . 6. Click A...

• If you want to show DOS full-screen while in the Extend desktop mode, only the primary display shows DOS; the other display is blacked out. • You can designate the other display as the primary display by doing the following: 1. Right-click on the desktop, then select Screen resolution . 2. Select ...

Inserting a flash media card Attention: Before you start installing any of the following cards, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the card. • SD card • SDHC card • SDXC card • MultiMediaCard ...

Chapter 3. You and your computer This chapter provides information about accessibility, comfort, and traveling with your computer. Accessibility and comfort Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer and to avoid discomfort.Arrange your workplace and the equipme...

Head position : Keep your head and neck in a comfortable and neutral (vertical, or upright) position. Chair : Use a chair that gives you good back support and seat height adjustment. Use chair adjustments to best suit your desired posture. Arm and hand position : Keep your forearms, wrists, and hand...

options enhance the way users with hearing, vision, or mobility limitations navigate and use their computer.For example, some users might not have the fine motor skills required to use a mouse or select keycombinations. Other users might require larger fonts or high-contrast display modes. In some c...

Note: To return to the icon , press F1 again. Note: Press the Backspace key if you enter a wrong password while you are typing your password. Power-on password You can set a power-on password to help protect your computer against access by unauthorized users. If you set a power-on password, the pass...

Changing or removing a hard disk password Follow steps 1 through 7 in “Setting a hard disk password” on page 43, typing your password to get accessto the ThinkPad Setup program. To change or remove the user hard disk password, do the following: • To change the hard disk password, type the current pa...

Attention: You might want to note down your password and keep it in a safe place. If you forget your supervisor password, Lenovo cannot reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovoreseller or a Lenovo marketing representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase isreq...

Chapter 5. Recovery overview This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions. • “Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system” on page 49 • “Recovery overview for the Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 operating systems” on page 54 Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system T...

Using recovery media You can use recovery media to restore the computer to the factory default settings only. You can userecovery media to put the computer in an operational state after all other methods of recovery have failed. Attention: When you use recovery media to restore the computer to the f...

1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore . The Rescue and Recovery program opens. 2. In the Rescue and Recovery program main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow. 3. Click the Restore your system from a b...

• To restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or to restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, click Restore your system and follow the instructions on the screen. For more information about the features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace, click Help . Note...

When the rescue medium starts, the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. The help information foreach feature is available from the Rescue and Recovery workspace. Follow the instructions to completethe recovery process. Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device drivers Your computer has provision...

Note: If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment from a rescue medium or recovery media, you might not have the rescue device (an internal hard disk drive, adisc, a USB hard disk drive, or other external devices) set as the first boot device in the start...

1. Depending on the operating system, do one of the following: • For Windows 8: Move your pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Click Settings ➙ Change PC settings ➙ General . • For Windows 8.1: Move your pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner ...

Creating and using recovery media You can create recovery media as backups for the Windows recovery environment and the Windowsrecovery image. If you cannot start the computer, you can use recovery media to troubleshoot and fix theproblems on your computer. It is recommended that you create recovery...

Note: Ensure that your computer is connected to ac power. 1. Turn on or restart the computer. Before the Windows operating system starts, repeatedly press the F12 key. The Boot Menu window opens. 2. Select the recovery drive as the boot device. 3. Select a preferred language and then select a prefer...

Chapter 6. Replacing devices This chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for your computer. • “Static electricity prevention” on page 59 • “Replacing the battery” on page 59 • “Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive” on page 61 • “Replacing a PCI Express Mini...

4. Insert a fully charged battery until it clicks into place 1 , and then slide the battery latch to the locked position 2 . 5. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive Before you start, print these instructions. At...

Replacing a PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN connection Before you start, print these instructions. DANGER During electrical storms, do not perform any replacement and do not connect the telephone cableto or disconnect it from the telephone outlet on the wall. DANGER Electric current from powe...

8. Connect the antenna cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card. Be sure to attach the gray cable to the connector marked “MAIN” or “M” on the card, and the black cable to the connector marked “AUX” or “A.” 9. Attach the cover 1 and pivot it downwards 2 . Then tighten the screws 3 . 10. Reinstall the...

10. Attach the cover 1 and pivot it downwards 2 . Then tighten the screws 3 . 11. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 59. 12. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing the keyboard Before you start, print these instructions. DANGER Du...

7. Push hard in the direction shown by the arrows 1 to unlatch the front side of the keyboard. The keyboard will be detached slightly 2 . 8. Remove the cables 2 and 4 by flipping the connectors 1 and 3 upwards. Remove the keyboard. Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard, do the following: C...

6. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 59. 7. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing the backup battery Before you start, print these instructions. Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER If the backup battery is incorrectly replace...

Chapter 7. Advanced configuration While it is important to protect files, data, and settings that are on the hard disk drive or solid-state drive,you also might need to install a new operating system, install new device drivers, update your system UEFIBIOS, or recover preinstalled software. This inf...

When you install the Windows 7 operating system, you might need one of the following country or regioncodes: Country or region Code Country or region Code China SC Netherlands NL Denmark DK Norway NO Finland FI Spain SP France FR Sweden SV Germany GR Taiwan and Hong Kong TC Italy IT United States US...

Italy IT United States US Japan JP Installing device drivers Device driver is the program that operates a particular hardware device of the computer. If a device doesnot perform well or you install a new device, you need to install or update the corresponding device driver.For example, if you use th...

• Default values are in boldface . Table 4. Config menu items Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Wake On LAN • Disabled • AC Only • AC and Battery Enable the system to poweron when the Ethernetcontroller receives a magicpacket. If you select AC Only , the Wake on LAN function isenabled only w...

2. Press Tab, Shift+Tab, or Enter to select a field. 3. Type the date or time. Notes: Another way to adjust the date and time is pressing the following keys: • F5 or –: Change to a lower value. • F6 or the combination of Shift and +: Change to a higher value. 4. Press F10 to save the changes and res...

Table 5. Security menu items (continued) Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments and Windows 8.1 operatingsystem. Startup menu You might need to change the startup sequence of your computer. For example, if you have differentoperating systems on different devices, you can have the system start up ...

Table 6. Startup menu items (continued) Menu item Selection Comments Boot Mode • Quick • Diagnostics Screen during POST: • Quick : The ThinkPad logo screen is displayed. • Diagnostics : Test messages are displayed. Beep at POST completion: • Quick : No. Sounds on error cases only. • Diagnostics : Ye...

Enable OS Optimized Defaults to meet Microsoft Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 certification requirement. When you change this setting, some other settings are changed automatically. The affected settings are CSM Support , UEFI/Legacy Boot , Secure Boot , and Secure RollBack Prevention . • Discard Changes...

Setting management features To enable the network administrator to control your computer remotely, you must configure the networkinterface by setting the system-management features in the ThinkPad Setup program. You can configurethe following functions in the program: • Wake on LAN • Network Boot se...

Chapter 8. Preventing problems An important part of owning a ThinkPad notebook computer is maintenance. With proper care, youcan avoid common problems. This chapter provides information that can help you keep your computerrunning smoothly. • “General tips for preventing problems” on page 93 • “Makin...

14. If required, you can find your country's Customer Support Center at: http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. When calling the Customer Support Center, make sure that youhave your machine model type, serial number, and the computer in front of you. Also, if the computer isproducing error codes, it i...

Taking care of your computer Although your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to usecommon sense in handling it. By following these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoymentout of your computer. Be careful about where and how you work • Stor...

• Before you install any of the following devices, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the device. – Memory module – Mini-PCI card – Memory card, such as an SD card, SDHC card, SDXC card, and a...

Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly onto the display or the keyboard. Cleaning your computer display To clean the computer display, do the following: 1. Gently wipe the display with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. If you see a scratchlike mark on your display, it might be a stain transferred from the...

Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problems This chapter provides information on what to do if you experience a problem with your computer. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Diagnosing problems” on page 99 • “Troubleshooting” on page 99 Diagnosing problems If you experience problems wi...

Note: Do not remove the battery and the ac power adapter to reset the computer. 2. While the computer is turned off, remove all power sources from the computer (battery and the ac power adapter). Hold down the power button for 10 seconds. Plug in the ac power adapter while keeping thebattery out of ...

• Message : 2110: Read error on HDD0 (Main HDD) Solution : The hard disk drive is not working. Have the hard disk drive serviced. • Message : 2200: Machine Type and Serial Number are invalid. Solution : POST warning message in case MTMSN is not set correctly. Have the computer serviced. • Message : ...

– The battery is installed correctly. – The ac power adapter is connected to the computer and the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet. – The computer is turned on. (Turn the power button on again for confirmation.) If a power-on password is set: – Press any key to display the prom...

2. Check for error messages during startup. Follow the appropriate corrective actions for power-on self-test (POST) error messages. 3. Verify that the latest UEFI BIOS for your model has been installed. 4. Verify the proper memory configuration and compatibility including the maximum memory size and...

• Problem : If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model, it cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps. Instead, it connects at 100 Mbps. Solution : – Try another cable. – Make sure that the link partner is set to auto-negotiate. – Make sure that the switch is 802.3ab-compliant (gigabit over copper...

– When the TrackPoint pointing device is kept pressed for a long time – When the temperature changes • Problem : The TrackPoint pointing device or touch pad does not work. Solution : Make sure that the TrackPoint pointing device or touch pad is enabled. Note: To enable the TrackPoint pointing device...

To check these settings, do the following: 1. Right-click on the desktop, and click Personalize . 2. Click Display at the left. 3. Select Change display settings . Check whether the screen resolution is correctly set. 4. Click Advanced Settings . 5. Click the Adapter tab. Ensure that the correct dev...

(the resolution and the refresh rate) that you have set. If it does not, set a display mode that the monitorsupports. If it does support the display mode you have set, go to the setup menu for the monitor itselfand adjust the settings there. Usually the external monitor has buttons for access to the...

• Problem : When you connect a headphone to your computer while playing sound, a speaker does not produce sound. Solution : Once the headphone is attached, the streaming is automatically redirected to it. If you want to listen to sound from the speakers again, be sure to set those speakers as the de...

1. Make sure that the connection of the ac power adapter is correct. For instructions on connecting the ac power adapter, see Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that comes with your computer. 2. If the connection of the ac power adapter is correct, turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power ...

If you receive an error message before the operating system loads, follow the appropriate corrective actionsfor POST error messages. If you receive an error message while the operating system is loading the desktop configuration after thePOST is completed, check the following items: 1. Go to the Len...

Solution : Check whether any option has been selected to disable your computer from entering sleep or hibernation mode. If your computer tries to enter sleep mode but the request is rejected, the device attached to the USBconnector might have been disabled. If this occurs, do a hot-unplug-and-plug o...

• The necessary device drivers are installed. • The program works when it is run on some other computer. If an error message is displayed while you are using the program, refer to the manuals supplied with theprogram. If the program still does not run correctly, contact your place of purchase or a s...

Chapter 10. Getting support This chapter provides information about getting help and support from Lenovo. • “Before you contact Lenovo” on page 117 • “Getting help and service” on page 117 • “Purchasing additional services” on page 119 Before you contact Lenovo Often, you can solve your computer pro...

• Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes(ECs) that apply to your hardware available. The following items are not covered:• Replaceme...

Appendix A. Regulatory information Wireless related information Wireless interoperability The Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card is designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product thatis based on DSSS, CCK, and/or OFDM radio technology, and is compliant to: • The 802.11b/g Standard, 802.1...

recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panelsand committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situation or environment, the use of integrated wireless cards might be restricted by ...

Product name Compliance ID Machine types ThinkPad X140e TP00035B 20BL and 20BM Export classification notice This product is subject to the United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and has an ExportClassification Control Number (ECCN) of 4A994.b. It can be re-exported except to any of th...

European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic CompatibilityDirective This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/108/EC on theapproximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. Lenovo cannotaccept responsibil...

Korea Class B compliance statement Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the powermains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase Lenovo product service information for Taiwan When attaching an external monitor If you attach an...

Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements Lenovo encourages owners of information technology equipment to responsibly recycle their equipmentwhen it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners inrecycling their IT products. Information on product ...

is provided free of charge for home-used computers sold after October 1, 2003. For details, go tohttp://www.lenovo.com/services_warranty/jp/ja/recycle/personal/. Disposing of Lenovo computer components Some Lenovo computer products sold in Japan may have components that contain heavy metals or other...

Battery recycling information for the European Union Notice: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU). Batteries or packaging for batteries are labeled in accordance with European Directive 2006/66/ECconcerning batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators...

Appendix C. ENERGY STAR model information ENERGY STAR ® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy aimed at saving money and protecting the environment through energy efficient products andpractices. Lenovo is proud to offer our customers product...

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