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X1 Carbon 2nd Gen (Type 20A7, 20A8) Laptop (ThinkPad) - Type 20A8
X1 Carbon 2nd Gen (Type 20A7, 20A8) Laptop (ThinkPad) - Type 20A8
(English) User Guide - ThinkPad X1 Carbon (20A7, 20A8)
7 Read this first
8 Important safety information
9 Conditions that require immediate action
9 Safety guidelines
17 Chapter 1. Product overview
17 Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators
17 Front view
19 Right-side view
21 Left-side view
23 Bottom view
24 Rear view
25 Status indicators
26 Locating important product information
26 Machine type and model information
26 FCC ID and IC Certification information
27 Certificate of Authenticity information
28 Genuine Microsoft label
28 Features
29 Specifications
30 Operating environment
30 Lenovo programs
31 Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system
32 Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8.1 operating system
32 Lenovo program overview
35 Chapter 2. Using your computer
35 Registering your computer
35 Frequently asked questions
37 Using the multi-touch screen
40 Using the Adaptive Keys
40 Adaptive Keys overview
41 Modes of the Adaptive Keys
42 Functions of the Adaptive Keys
45 Fn key combinations
46 Brightness management
46 Setting the Adaptive Keys
47 Windows key
47 ThinkPad pointing device
48 Using the ThinkPad pointing device
50 Using the trackpad touch gestures
51 Customizing the ThinkPad pointing device
52 Replacing the cap of pointing stick
52 Power management
52 Checking the battery status
53 Using the ac power adapter
54 Charging the battery
54 Maximizing the battery life
54 Managing the battery power
54 Power-saving modes
55 Handling the battery
57 Connecting to the network
57 Ethernet connections
58 Wireless connections
62 Presentations and multimedia
62 Changing display settings
62 Connecting a projector or an external monitor
64 Setting up a presentation
64 Using dual displays
65 Using audio features
66 Using the camera
66 Using camera gestures
69 Chapter 3. You and your computer
69 Accessibility and comfort
69 Ergonomic information
70 Comfort
70 Accessibility information
71 Traveling with your computer
71 Travel tips
71 Travel accessories
73 Chapter 4. Security
73 Using passwords
73 Typing passwords
73 Power-on password
74 Supervisor password
75 Hard disk passwords
77 Solid-state drive security
78 Setting the security chip
79 Using the fingerprint reader
82 Notice on deleting data from your solid-state drive
83 Using firewalls
83 Protecting data against viruses
85 Chapter 5. Recovery overview
85 Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system
85 Creating and using recovery media
86 Performing backup and recovery operations
87 Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace
88 Creating and using a rescue medium
89 Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device drivers
89 Solving recovery problems
90 Recovery overview for the Windows 8.1 operating system
90 Refreshing your computer
90 Resetting your computer to the factory default settings
91 Using the advanced startup options
91 Recovering your operating system if Windows 8.1 fails to start
91 Creating and using recovery media
93 Chapter 6. Replacing devices
93 Static electricity prevention
93 Disabling the built-in battery
94 Installing or replacing the micro SIM card
95 Replacing the base cover
96 Replacing the solid-state drive
98 Replacing the wireless LAN card
101 Installing or replacing the wireless WAN card
105 Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer
105 Finding ThinkPad options
105 ThinkPad docks
109 Chapter 8. Advanced configuration
109 Installing a new operating system
109 Installing the Windows 7 operating system
110 Installing the Windows 8.1 operating system
111 Installing device drivers
111 Using the ThinkPad Setup program
112 Main menu
112 Config menu
116 Date and Time menu
116 Security menu
120 Startup menu
122 Restart menu
122 Updating the UEFI BIOS
122 Using system management
123 Setting management features
125 Chapter 9. Preventing problems
125 General tips for preventing problems
126 Making sure device drivers are current
127 Taking care of your computer
128 Cleaning the cover of your computer
131 Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems
131 Diagnosing problems
131 Troubleshooting
131 Computer stops responding
132 Spills on the keyboard
132 Error messages
133 Errors without messages
134 Beep errors
134 Memory module problems
135 Networking problems
137 Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices
137 Problems with the display and multimedia devices
141 Fingerprint reader problems
141 Battery and power problems
144 A solid-state drive problem
144 A software problem
144 Problems with ports and connectors
147 Chapter 11. Getting support
147 Before you contact Lenovo
147 Getting help and service
148 Using diagnostic programs
148 Lenovo Support Web site
148 Calling Lenovo
149 Purchasing additional services
151 Appendix A. Regulatory Information
151 Wireless related information
152 Locations of the UltraConnect™ wireless antennas
153 Locating wireless regulatory notices
153 Certification related information
153 Export classification notice
153 Electronic emission notices
153 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
154 Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement
154 European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
154 German Class B compliance statement
155 Korea Class B compliance statement
155 Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement
155 Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase
155 Lenovo product service information for Taiwan
155 Eurasian compliance mark
155 Brazil regulatory notice
155 Mexico regulatory notice
157 Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements
157 Important WEEE information
157 Recycling information for China
157 Recycling information for Japan
158 Battery recycling information for Brazil
159 Battery recycling information for Taiwan
159 Battery recycling information for the European Union
159 Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada
161 Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)
161 European Union RoHS
162 China RoHS
163 India RoHS
163 Turkish RoHS
163 Ukraine RoHS
165 Appendix D. ENERGY STAR model information
167 Appendix E. Notices
168 Trademarks