Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 6 User Manual
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- Page 1 User Guide Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 6, Lenovo ThinkBook 16 Gen 6...
- Page 2 • Setup Guide First Edition (August 2023) © Copyright Lenovo 2023. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CRUs for your product model ..Gesture Controls (Touch screen/Touchpad) . . Call Lenovo ....Super Resolution (for selected models) .. - Page 4 User Guide...
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Page 5: About This Guide
About this guide • This guide applies to Lenovo product models listed below. Illustrations in this guide may look slightly different from your product model. Model name Machine type (MT) ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP 1 ThinkBook 14 G6 ABP 2... - Page 6 As a result, the operating system related instructions may become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources for the latest information. • The content of the guide is subject to change without notice. To obtain the latest version, go to https:// support.lenovo.com User Guide...
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Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer
7. Wireless antennas Send and receive radio waves for the built-in wireless local area network (LAN) and Bluetooth module. Note: The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. * For selected models © Copyright Lenovo 2023... -
Page 8: Base
Base Figure 1. 14-inch models Figure 2. 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 •... - Page 9 3. Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs. Note: The keyboard also includes hotkeys and function keys for changing settings and performing tasks quickly. 4. Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse. Note: The touchpad also supports multi-touch function. 5.
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Page 10: Left
The always-on function can be turned on or off in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility. Note: If Lenovo Vantage is pre-installed on your computer, you can also set always-on function from within that software. - Page 11 6. Combo audio jack Connect headphones or headsets with a 3.5 mm (0.14 inch), 4-pole plug. Note: This jack does not support standalone external microphones. If you use headsets, choose one with a single plug. 7. Status LED Indicate the computer status and the remaining battery capacity. •...
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Page 12: Right
Right 1. SD card slot Insert an SD card or a MultiMediaCard (MMC) into the slot for data transfer or storage. 2. USB (3.2 Gen 1) Type-A connector Connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, a USB mouse, a USB storage device, or a USB printer. 3. -
Page 13: Bottom
Bottom 1. Ventilation slots (inlet) Maintain the incoming airflow to dissipate internal heat. Attention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat. 2. Speakers Produce sound. 3. 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. -
Page 14: Features And Specifications
Features and specifications Dimensions 14-inch models: • Width: 312 mm (12.3 inches) • Depth: 224 mm (8.8 inches) • Thickness – Thinnest: 16.5 mm (0.6 inches) – Thickest: 17.9 mm (0.7 inches) 16-inch models: • Width: 356 mm (14 inches) •... - Page 15 Screen 14-inch models: • Size: 355.6 mm • Display resolution: – 1920 × 1200 pixels – 2240 × 1400 pixels – 2880 × 1800 pixels 16-inch models: • Size: 406.4 mm • Display resolution: – 1920 × 1200 pixels – 2560 × 1600 pixels Keyboard •...
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Page 16: Statement On Usb Transfer Rate
Security • Fingerprint reader • Nano security-lock slot • UEFI/BIOS passwords – Administrator password – User password – Master hard disk password – User hard disk password Network • Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) network adapter ® • 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... -
Page 17: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer
Night light 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. -
Page 18: Windows Help Information
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. -
Page 19: Open The Novo Button Menu
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. -
Page 20: Dual-Function Keys Without Printed Icons
Figure 6. 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. -
Page 21: Numeric Keypad (For Selected Models)
Numeric keypad (for selected models) Some Lenovo computers include 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. - Page 22 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 ➙...
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Page 23: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer
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. -
Page 24: Rechargeable Battery Pack
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. -
Page 25: Set Power Button Behavior
If the battery pack of your computer supports nighttime charge optimization, it can be enabled in Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo PC Manager, or Lenovo Smart Engine. -
Page 26: System Operation Modes
You can switch the operation mode in the pre-installed app Lenovo Vantage, Lenovo Smart Engine, or Lenovo PC Manager. As a shortcut, you can also use the key combination Fn + Q. Three modes are usually available for most Lenovo computers. The following table lists the operation modes and the recommended conditions for each mode. -
Page 27: What Is Uefi/Bios Setup Utility
Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer. Step 2. When the Lenovo logo appears on the screen, press F1 repeatedly. Or enter Novo Button menu. Step 3. Select BIOS/UEFI Setup. Select boot devices Normally, the computer starts to a boot manager loaded from the secondary storage device of the computer. -
Page 28: Set Administrator Password
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. -
Page 29: Set User 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. - Page 30 To change or remove master password, select Change Master Password and press Enter. Note: If you remove the master hard disk password, the user hard disk password is also removed. To change user hard disk password, select Change User Password and press Enter. Note: The user hard disk password cannot be removed separately.
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Page 31: Chapter 4. Help And Support
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. - Page 32 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.
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Page 33: What Is A Cru
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;... -
Page 34: Call Lenovo
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 •... -
Page 35: 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... - Page 36 User Guide...
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Page 37: 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. - Page 38 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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Page 39: Appendix B. Notices And Trademarks
Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead. - Page 40 Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. This document is copyrighted by Lenovo and is not covered by any open source license, including any Linux agreement(s) which may accompany software included with this product. Lenovo may update this document at any time without notice.