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 Slim 3 14ABR8 82XL IdeaPad Slim 3 14ABR8 1...
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Machine type (MT) IdeaPad Slim 3 16IRU8 1 • 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.
Base Figure 1. 14–inch models Figure 2. 15–inch models User Guide...
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Figure 3. 16–inch models 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. Power button/Fingerprint reader* • Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer into sleep mode.
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% •...
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 Button menu. From the menu, you can choose to open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility, the Boot menu, or the Windows startup options screen.
Bottom 1. Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming airflow to dissipate internal heat. Note: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer might overheat. User Guide...
Security • Fingerprint reader* • Firmware Trusted Platform Module (fTPM) • UEFI/BIOS passwords – Administrator password – User password – Master hard disk password – User hard disk password Network ® • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi combo adapter * for selected models 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...
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over one minute at a time. As such, it is recommended that users avoid prolonged direct contact with the bottom of the computer. User Guide...
If night light mode is turned on, you can adjust the color temperature of the temperature screen. Note: Selected Lenovo computers are low blue light certified using night light mode and color temperature settings available in the pre-installed operating system. These computers are tested with night light turned on and color temperature set to 48 or greater.
To open it, type its name in the Windows Search box and select the matched result. If none 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.
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 printed on the key.
Figure 5. 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 icons and characters denoting the secondary functions.
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Table 4. Touch operations and their functions Touch operation Used for Opening apps, documents, and other functions on the taskbar or the Start menu Opening apps that are pinned on the desktop Tap twice quickly Opening the context menu Tap, hold and lift Zooming out Pinch Zooming in...
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Table 4. Touch operations and their functions (continued) Touch operation Used for Opening the widgets panel Swipe in from the left edge Opening the notification center Swipe in from the right edge The Windows operating system also supports 3- and 4-finger gestures on the screen and the touchpad. You can set them up in Settings ➙...
It works especially well in cases where the source video has a poor resolution. For most players, Super Resolution can be enabled or disabled in Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager, or Lenovo Smart Engine, but for some specific players, you might need to enable this feature manually.
You can charge the battery any time you want. The battery packs of Lenovo computers support multiple charging modes that are suitable for different power usage habits. You can switch the battery’s active charging mode in Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager, or Lenovo Smart Engine.
Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer. Step 2. Before the Lenovo logo appears on the screen, press F2 repeatedly. 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.
Attention: If you forget the administrator password, a Lenovo authorized service personnel cannot reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized service personnel to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be charged for parts and service.
Next time you start the computer, you must enter the administrator password to open the setup utility. If Power on Password is enabled, you must enter the administrator password or the user password to start the computer. Change or remove administrator password Only the administrator can change or remove the administrator password.
Lenovo authorized service personnel cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized service personnel to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be charged for parts and service.
Why does my computer start automatically when I open the lid Your computer may have Flip to Start enabled. Many Lenovo notebook computers include a sensor that can detect the angle at which the lid is opened. When you open the lid, the sensor can detect this behavior. If Flip to Start is enabled, the computer will respond by starting up automatically.
3. Click Troubleshoot & Diagnose ➙ Custom Troubleshooting ➙ Operating System Diagnostics and then follow the on-screen instructions. Use Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager, or Lenovo Smart Engine to: • Download and install the latest drivers and firmware. Use Windows Search.
If you intend to install a CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. You might be required to return the defective part that is replaced by the CRU. When return is required: (1) return instructions, a prepaid shipping label, and a container will be included with the replacement CRU;...
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.
• Installation and maintenance of programs For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that apply to your Lenovo hardware product, see “Warranty information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer. Purchase additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services from Lenovo at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/warrantyupgrade...
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.
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Table 6. Hotkey icons and denoted functions (continued) Hotkey icon Function description Plays the next audio or video in the playlist. Switches the computer’s active operation mode. Blurs the background for videoconferencing. Switches the computer’s active audio mode. Turns on/off night light mode. (Windows operating systems) Note: Hotkey functions may change if the associated app or the Windows operating system is updated.
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