LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1 (01) PDF Document

* for selected models

To protect your privacy, slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens on your LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1.

The actual transfer rate using the various USB connectors on your LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1 will vary 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 rate will be slower than the data rate listed below for each corresponding device.

Depending on the model, your LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1 may have the following USB connectors:

USB 2.0 / USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 Connectors:

Connect USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB storage device, or USB printer.

USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) / USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) / USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) / USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) / USB 4 Connectors:

• Charge USB-C compatible devices with an output voltage and current of 5 V and 3 A.

• Connect to an external display:

– USB-C to VGA: up to 1920 x 1080 pixels, 60 Hz

– USB-C to DP: up to 5120 x 2880 pixels, 60 Hz

• Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your computer functionality.

• Use the super key (with the Windows logo) or open the Activities menu on the top left and type in the name of the application you want to launch.

• Click the “show application” menu (For the Fedora operating system, you can see the menu after opening the Activities menu) on the lower left and type in the name of the application you want to launch.

Select the system menu arrow on the top right and click on Settings.

1. Click the system menu arrow on the top right. A list of available wireless networks is displayed.

2. Select a network available for connection. Provide required information, if needed.

When Airplane mode is enabled, all wireless features are disabled.

1. Use the system menu drop down (top right) and choose Settings.

2. Click the Wi-Fi option.

3. Turn on or turn off the Airplane mode switch.

• Take pictures or record videos by using the Cheese application. The indicator next to the camera is on when the camera is in use.

• If you use other apps that support photographing, video chatting, and video conference, the camera starts automatically when you enable the camera-required feature from the app.

Note: IR function is currently limited in Linux. Make sure the regular camera mode is selected if you see gray lines.

The TrackPoint pointing device enables you to perform all the functions of a traditional mouse.

1. Pointing stick: Use your index finger or middle finger to apply pressure to the pointing-stick nonslip cap in any direction parallel to the keyboard. The pointer on the screen moves accordingly but the pointing stick itself does not move. The higher the pressure applied, the faster the pointer moves.

2. Left-click button: Press to select or open an item.

3. Right-click button: Press to display a shortcut menu.

4. Middle button: Press and hold the dotted middle button while applying pressure to the pointing stick in the vertical or horizontal direction. Then, you can scroll through the document, Web site, or apps.

To replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap, ensure that the new cap has grooves before you install it.

The entire trackpad surface is sensitive to finger touch and movement. You can use it to perform all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse.

• Tap: Tap anywhere on the trackpad with one finger to select or open an item.
• Two-finger tap: Tap anywhere on the trackpad with two fingers to display a shortcut menu.
• Two-finger scroll: Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them in the vertical or horizontal direction to scroll through a document, Web site, or apps.
• Two-finger zoom out: Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them closer together to zoom out.
• Two-finger zoom in: Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them farther apart to zoom in.

Notes:

• When using two or more fingers, ensure that you position your fingers slightly apart.

• Some gestures are not available if the last action was done from the TrackPoint pointing device.

• Some gestures are only available when you are using certain apps.

• If the trackpad surface is stained with oil, turn off the computer first. Then, gently wipe the trackpad surface with a soft and lint-free cloth moistened with lukewarm water or computer cleaner.

If your LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1 display supports the multi-touch function, you can navigate the screen with simple touch gestures. Note that some gestures might not be available depending on the app you use.

• Tap once: From the Start menu, it opens an app or item. From the desktop, it selects an app or item. In an open app, it performs an action such as Copy, Save, and Delete, depending on the app.
• Tap twice quickly: Open an app or item from the desktop.
• Tap and hold: Open a shortcut menu.
• Slide: Scroll through items, such as lists, pages, and photos.
• Drag an item: Move an object to the location you want.
• Move two fingers closer together: Zoom out.
• Move two fingers farther apart: Zoom in.

• Turn off the computer before cleaning the multi-touch screen.

• Use a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth or a piece of absorbent cotton to remove fingerprints or dust from the multi-touch screen. Do not apply solvents to the cloth.

• The multi-touch screen is a glass panel covered with a plastic film. Do not apply pressure or place any metallic object on the screen, which might damage the touch panel or cause it to malfunction.

• Do not use fingernails, gloved fingers, or inanimate objects for input on the screen.

• Regularly calibrate the accuracy of the finger input to avoid a discrepancy.

1. Connect the external display to an appropriate video connector on your computer.

2. Connect the external display to an electrical outlet.

3. Turn on the external display.

If your computer cannot detect the external display, right-click a blank area on the desktop, and then click Display settings.

Press F7 or Fn + F7 and then select a display mode of your preference.

1. Right-click a blank area on the desktop and select Display settings.

2. Select the display that you want to configure.

3. Change display settings of your preference.

You can change the settings for both the computer display and the external display. For example, you can define which one is the main display and which one is the secondary display. You also can change the resolution and orientation. Note: If you set a higher resolution for the computer display than the external display, only part of the screen can be displayed on the external display.

The Intelligent Cooling feature on your LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1 enables your computer to work in three modes:

• Power Saver mode: the quietest fan speed

• Balanced mode: balanced performance and fan speed

• Performance mode: the highest performance and normal fan speed

Your computer starts up in balanced mode by default. To switch to the preferred mode:

• Press Fn+L to switch to power saver mode.

• Press Fn+M to switch to balanced mode.

• Press Fn+H to switch to performance mode.

The USB-C connector on the computer features the Lenovo-unique P-to-P 2.0 charging function. This feature enables one computer to supply power to another through a USB-C to USB-C cable when no ac power is available. Before using the function, ensure that:

• The selected connectors support the P-to-P 2.0 charging function and power delivery function.

• Always On USB and Charge in Battery Mode are enabled in UEFI BIOS of both computers, so that the function works even when the computers are off or in hibernation mode.

To enable Always On USB and Charge in Battery Mode:

1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. See “How do I enter the UEFI BIOS menu on my LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1?”.

2. Click Config → USB to enable Always On USB and Charge in Battery Mode.

For ENERGY STAR® compliant computers, the following power plan takes effect when your computer has been idle for a specified duration:

• Turn off the display: After 5 minutes

• Put the computer to sleep: After 20 minutes

To reset the power plan to achieve the best balance between performance and power saving:

1. Click on the battery symbol in the system menu drop down box and select Power Settings.

2. Choose or customize a power plan of your preference.

You can connect Bluetooth-enabled devices like a keyboard, mouse, smartphone, or speakers. To ensure a successful connection, place the devices at most 10 meters (33 feet) from the computer.

1. Turn on Bluetooth on the computer:

• Click the system menu drop down (top right) and choose Settings.

• Choose the Bluetooth menu and enable Bluetooth with the toggle button at the top.

2. Any discoverable devices will be shown in the Devices list.

3. Select a Bluetooth device, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

If your LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1 came with an Nvidia card, the proprietary drivers are not installed by default with Fedora. To enable them:

1. Launch the Software utility.

2. From the top right selection box choose Software Repositories.

3. Enable third party repositories.

4. Enable RPM Fusion for Fedora → Nonfree → Nvidia Driver and close the Software Repositories window.

5. Go to the updates tab and click on the curved arrow on the top left to refresh the software cache. Reboot the machine and launch the Software utility again.

6. Select Add-ons on the bottom right and choose the Hardware Drivers tab.

7. Select NVIDIA Linux Graphics Driver.

8. Select Install and wait for the installation to complete. This can take a few minutes.

9. Reboot and confirm Nvidia drivers are running using the nvidia-settings utility.

You can lock your LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1 to a desk, table, or other fixture through a compatible security cable lock. The slot supports cable locks that conform to the Kensington NanoSaver® lock standards using Cleat™ locking technology.

If your computer comes with a fingerprint reader, you can enroll your fingerprints to log in to the system.

1. Download the libfprint-tod-vendor driver package from the product support page for your computer. Follow the instructions in the README file to install the application.

Note: The installed driver is needed to enable the fingerprint reader to run under Linux.

2. Open the system menu and then click Settings → Users → Fingerprint Login. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to finish the enrollment.

During enrollment, the fingerprints are associated with your user password automatically. It is recommended that you enroll more than one fingerprint in case of any injuries to your fingers.

To ensure that the fingerprint reader works correctly, do not:

• Scratch the surface of the reader with anything hard or sharp.

• Use or touch the reader with a wet, dirty, wrinkled, or injured finger.

You can set several types of passwords in the UEFI BIOS to prevent unauthorized access to your LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1.

• Power-on password: If set, a window is displayed on the screen when you turn on the computer. You must enter the correct password to use the computer.

• Supervisor password: This password protects the system information stored in UEFI BIOS. It is required to change most system configuration options. The supervisor password overrides the power-on password.

• System management password: This password can also protect system information stored in UEFI BIOS, similar to a supervisor password but with lower authority by default. Its authority can be customized. The supervisor password overrides the system management password.

• NVMe passwords: This prevents unauthorized access to data on the storage drive. You are prompted for a password each time you try to access the drive.

– Single Password: The user must enter the user NVMe password to access files and applications.

– Dual Password (User + Admin): An administrator sets an admin password to access any drive and can assign a user password for daily use.

1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu.

2. Select Security → Password by using the arrow keys.

3. Select the password type. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to set, change, or remove a password.

If you have set a supervisor password and remember it:

1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, immediately press F1.

2. Type the supervisor password to enter the UEFI BIOS menu.

3. Select Security → Password → Power-On Password by using the arrow keys.

4. Type the current supervisor password in the Enter Current Password field. Then, leave the Enter New Password field blank, and press Enter twice.

5. In the Changes have been saved window, press Enter.

6. Press F10 to save changes and exit the UEFI BIOS menu.

If you have set a supervisor password and remember it:

1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, immediately press F1.

2. Type the supervisor password to enter the UEFI BIOS menu.

3. Select Security → Password → System Management Password by using the arrow keys.

4. Type the current supervisor password in the Enter Current Password field. Then, leave the Enter New Password field blank, and press Enter twice.

5. In the Changes have been saved window, press Enter.

6. Press F10 to save changes and exit the UEFI BIOS menu.

For models shipped with an NVMe M.2 solid-state drive, the drive features the Lenovo-unique PLP (Power Loss Protection) function to avoid data loss or damage. To check the type of your M.2 solid-state drive:

1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F10 to enter the Lenovo diagnostics window.

2. On the TOOLS tab, select SYSTEM INFORMATION → STORAGE using the arrow keys.

3. Locate the Device Type section to check the information.

Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu.

You can navigate in the UEFI BIOS interface by pressing the following keys:

To permanently change the startup sequence:

1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1.

2. Select Startup → Boot. Then, press Enter. The default device order list is displayed.

3. Set the startup sequence as desired.

4. Press F10 to save the changes and exit.

To change the startup sequence temporarily:

1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F12.

2. Select the device that you want the computer to start from and press Enter.

1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1.

2. Select Date/Time and set the system date and time as desired.

3. Press F10 to save changes and exit.

When you install a new program, device driver, or hardware component, you might need to update UEFI BIOS. Use the fwupdmgr or software utility to check LVFS for firmware updates.

Note: During the UEFI BIOS update process, Memory Reference Code (MRC) change might cause memory retraining. Memory retraining is a process to initialize the memory module and run diagnostic tests. When memory retraining occurs, the screen might be blank. You might see the LED indicators on Esc, F1, and F4 blinking sequentially to indicate the progress. Do not press the power button to interrupt the process. Wait a few minutes until the logo screen is displayed.

CRUs are parts that can be replaced by the customer. The following is a list of Self-service CRUs for your LENOVO THINKPAD E16 GEN 1:

• ac power adapter*

• Base cover assembly

• Memory module*

• Memory module bracket

• M.2 solid-state drive

• Power cord*

• Speaker assembly (for ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 only)

* for selected models

Before replacing any CRU, ensure that you disable Fast Startup first and then disable the built-in battery.

To disable Fast Startup:

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. Click Change settings that are currently unavailable at the top.

4. If prompted by User Account Control (UAC), click Yes.

5. Clear the Turn on fast startup check box, and then click Save changes.

To disable the built-in battery:

1. Restart your computer. When the logo screen is displayed, immediately press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu.

2. Select Config → Power. The Power submenu is displayed.

3. Select Disable Built-in Battery and press Enter.

4. Select Yes in the Setup Confirmation window. The built-in battery is disabled and the computer turns off automatically. Wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool.

Prerequisite: Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices. Do not remove the base cover assembly when your computer is connected to ac power to avoid the risk of short circuits.

For access, do the following:

1. Disable the built-in battery.

2. Turn off the computer and disconnect it from ac power and all connected cables.

3. Close the computer display and turn over the computer.

Removal procedure:

1. Loosen the screws that secure the base cover assembly.

2. Pry up the latches in ascending alphabetical order (a to k) and remove the base cover assembly.

Troubleshooting: If the computer does not start up after you reinstall the base cover assembly, disconnect the ac power adapter and then reconnect it to the computer.

Prerequisite: Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices.

For access, do the following:

1. Disable the built-in battery.

2. Turn off the computer and disconnect it from ac power and all connected cables.

3. Close the computer display and turn the computer over.

4. Remove the base cover assembly.

Removal procedure:

1. Detach the connector of the speaker assembly.

2. Remove the screws that secure the speaker assembly.

3. Remove the speaker assembly.

1. Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. Then, restart the computer.

2. If step 1 does not work:

• For models with an emergency reset hole: Insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency reset hole to cut off power supply temporarily. Then, restart the computer with ac power connected.

• For models without an emergency reset hole: Disconnect all power sources. Press and hold the power button for about seven seconds. Then, reconnect to ac power and restart the computer.

1. Carefully unplug the ac power adapter and turn off the computer immediately. The more quickly you stop the current from passing through the computer the more likely you will reduce damage from short circuits.

Attention: Although you might lose some data or work by turning off the computer immediately, leaving the computer on might make your computer unusable.

2. Do not try to drain out the liquid by turning over the computer. If your computer has keyboard drainage holes on the bottom, the liquid will be drained out through the holes.

3. Wait until you are certain that all the liquid is dry before turning on your computer.

1. Open the system menu, and then click Settings → Mouse & Touchpad.

2. In the Touchpad section, turn off the Touchpad control.

Lenovo SmartBeep technology enables you to decode beep errors with your smartphone when a black screen occurs with beeps from your computer.

1. Scan the QR Code in the user guide to find the diagnostic app.

2. Download the proper diagnostic app and install it on your smartphone.

3. Run the diagnostic app and place the smartphone near the computer.

4. Press Fn on your computer to emit the beep again. The diagnostic app decodes the beep error and shows possible solutions on the smartphone.

Maximum altitude (without pressurization): 3048 m (10 000 ft)

Temperature:

• Operating: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)

• Storage and transportation in original shipping packaging: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

• Storage without packaging: 5°C to 43°C (41°F to 109°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 and transportation: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F)