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Yoga 11e 3rd Gen (Type 20G8, 20GA) Laptop (ThinkPad) - Type 20G8
Yoga 11e 3rd Gen (Type 20G8, 20GA) Laptop (ThinkPad) - Type 20G8
(English) User Guide - ThinkPad 11e (Type 20G9, 20GB), Yoga 11e (Type 20G8, 20GA)
7 Read this first
8 Important safety information
9 Conditions that require immediate action
9 Service and upgrades
10 Power cords and power adapters
11 Extension cords and related devices
11 Plugs and outlets
11 Power supply statement
12 External devices
12 General battery notice
12 Notice for built-in rechargeable battery
13 Notice for non-rechargeable coin-cell battery
13 Heat and product ventilation
14 Electrical current safety information
15 Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice
15 Using headphones or earphones
15 Important safety information for children
16 Additional safety information
17 Chapter 1. Product overview
17 Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators
17 Front view
19 Right-side view
21 Left-side view
22 Rear view
22 Status indicators
24 Locating important product information
24 Machine type and model information
24 FCC ID and IC Certification information
25 Labels for the Windows operating systems
26 Computer features
27 Computer specifications
27 Operating environment
28 Lenovo programs
28 Accessing Lenovo programs
28 An introduction to Lenovo programs
31 Chapter 2. Using your computer
31 Registering your computer
31 Frequently asked questions
33 Getting help about the Windows operating system
33 Special keys
34 Special buttons
35 Using the multi-touch screen
38 Using the touch pad
38 ThinkPad Pen Pro
41 Using the ThinkPad Yoga 11e 3rd Gen in different modes
41 Rotating the computer display
42 Notebook mode
43 Stand mode
44 Tablet mode
45 Tent mode
46 Power management
46 Using the ac power
47 Checking the battery status
48 Charging the battery
48 Managing the battery power
48 Power-saving modes
49 Maximizing the battery life
49 Connecting to the network
49 Ethernet connections
49 Wireless connections
51 Using an external display
51 Connecting an external display
52 Choosing a display mode
52 Changing display settings
53 Using audio features
53 Using the camera
54 Using a flash media card
54 Installing a flash media card
55 Removing a flash media card
57 Chapter 3. You and your computer
57 Accessibility and comfort
57 Ergonomic information
58 Comfort
58 Accessibility information
61 Traveling with your computer
61 Travel tips
61 Travel accessories
63 Chapter 4. Security
63 Attaching a mechanical lock
63 Using passwords
63 Typing passwords
64 Power-on password
64 Supervisor password
66 Hard disk passwords
68 Hard disk security
68 Setting the security chip
69 Notice on deleting data from your M.2 solid-state drive
70 Using firewalls
70 Protecting data against viruses
71 Chapter 5. Advanced configuration
71 Installing a new operating system
71 Installing the Windows 7 operating system
72 Installing the Windows 10 operating system
73 Installing device drivers
73 Using the ThinkPad Setup program
74 Main menu
74 Config menu
78 Date/Time menu
78 Security menu
84 Startup menu
86 Restart menu
86 Updating the UEFI BIOS
86 Using system management
87 Setting management features
89 Chapter 6. Preventing problems
89 General tips for preventing problems
90 Making sure device drivers are up-to-date
91 Taking care of your computer
92 Cleaning the cover of your computer
95 Chapter 7. Troubleshooting problems
95 Diagnosing problems
95 Troubleshooting
95 Computer stops responding
96 Spills on the keyboard
96 Error messages
98 Beep errors
98 Memory module problems
98 Networking problems
100 Keyboard problems
100 Problems with the display and multimedia devices
106 Battery and power problems
109 A software problem
110 A USB problem
111 Chapter 8. Recovery overview
111 Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system
111 Creating and using recovery media
112 Performing backup and recovery operations
113 Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace
114 Creating and using a rescue medium
115 Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers
115 Solving recovery problems
116 Recovery overview for the Windows 10 operating system
116 Resetting your computer
116 Using advanced startup options
116 Recovering your operating system if Windows 10 fails to start
117 Creating and using a recovery USB drive
119 Chapter 9. Replacing devices
119 Static electricity prevention
119 Disabling the built-in battery
120 Replacing the base cover assembly
121 Replacing the memory module
123 Replacing the coin-cell battery
125 Replacing the M.2 solid-state drive
128 Replacing the keyboard
135 Chapter 10. Getting support
135 Before you contact Lenovo
135 Getting help and service
136 Using diagnostic programs
136 Lenovo Support Web site
136 Calling Lenovo
137 Finding ThinkPad options
137 Purchasing additional services
139 Appendix A. Regulatory information
139 Wireless related information
140 Locating the UltraConnect wireless antennas
140 Wireless-radio compliance information
141 Locating wireless regulatory notices
141 Certification related information
141 Export classification notice
141 Electronic emission notices
141 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
142 Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement
142 European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
142 German Class B compliance statement
143 Korea Class B compliance statement
143 Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement
143 Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase
143 Japan notice for ac power cord
144 Lenovo product service information for Taiwan
144 Eurasian compliance mark
144 Brazil audio notice
145 Appendix B. WEEE and recycling information
145 Important WEEE information
145 Recycling information for China
145 Recycling information for Japan
146 Recycling information for Brazil
147 Battery recycling information for Taiwan
147 Battery recycling information for the European Union
147 Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada
149 Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)
149 European Union RoHS
149 Turkish RoHS
149 Ukraine RoHS
149 India RoHS
150 China RoHS
151 Appendix D. ENERGY STAR model information
153 Appendix E. Notices
154 Trademarks