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•  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 Flex 5 14IIL05

81X1, 81WS

IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05

81X2

IdeaPad Flex 5 15IIL05

81X3

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Generic Safety and Compliance Notices 

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pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices

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•  This guide may contain information about accessories, features, and software that are not available on all 

models.

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not applicable if you install and use other operating systems.

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operating system through Windows Update. 

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for the latest information.

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Summary of Contents for deaPad Flex 5 14"

Page 1: ...User Guide IdeaPad Flex 5 14 05 and IdeaPad Flex 5 15 05 ...

Page 2: ...tant safety information on page 33 Safety and Warranty Guide Setup Guide First Edition July 2021 Copyright Lenovo 2021 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 35F 05925 ...

Page 3: ... button behavior 21 Change or customize a power plan 21 Change settings in UEFI BIOS setup utility 22 What is UEFI BIOS setup utility 22 Open the UEFI BIOS setup utility 22 Change the startup sequence 22 Change hotkey mode 22 Enable or disable always on 22 Set passwords in UEFI BIOS setup utility 22 Password types 23 Set administrator password 23 Change or remove administrator password 23 Set user...

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Page 5: ...in information about accessories features and software that are not available on all models This guide contains instructions that are based on the Windows operating system These instructions are not applicable if you install and use other operating systems Microsoft makes periodic feature changes to the Windows operating system through Windows Update As a result the operating system related instru...

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Page 7: ...ch function 2 Microphones Capture or record sound and voice 3 Camera Capture still and moving images for taking photos recording videos and video chatting 4 Camera cover slider Move the slider to cover or uncover the camera lens Note The camera cover helps you better protect your privacy Copyright Lenovo 2021 1 ...

Page 8: ...Base Figure 1 IdeaPad Flex 5 14 05 base view 2 User Guide ...

Page 9: ... computer If the location of the antennas is close to the user s body 20 cm you can find the Specific Absorption Rate SAR values in the Setup Guide that comes with your computer 4 Touchpad Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse Note The touchpad also supports multi touch function 5 Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs Note The keyboard also includes hotke...

Page 10: ...xternal storage or data devices Note An appropriate adapter may be needed for connecting external devices This connector cannot be used to connect external display devices 5 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 6 Novo button hole Press the...

Page 11: ...ble 1 Charging light status Light status ac power Battery status Battery capacity Solid white Connected Charged 91 100 Solid amber Connected Charging 1 90 Off Not connected Chapter 1 Meet your computer 5 ...

Page 12: ...patible device such as a USB keyboard a USB mouse a USB storage device or a USB printer 4 USB 3 1 Gen 1 Type A connector always on Connect a USB compatible device such as a USB keyboard a USB mouse a USB storage device or a USB printer The always on connector can charge external devices when the computer is turned off in sleep or hibernation mode The always on function can be turned on or off in t...

Page 13: ...tatus Power button light status Computer Battery capacity Solid white Turned on 21 100 Fast blinking white Turned on 1 20 Slow blinking white In sleep mode Off Turned off or in hibernate mode Chapter 1 Meet your computer 7 ...

Page 14: ...t 17 9 mm 0 70 inches Thickest 20 95 mm 0 82 inches ac power adapter Connector Round port dc USB C Input 100 240 V ac 50 60 Hz Output 20 V dc Power 65 W Battery pack Capacity 52 5 Wh Number of cells 3 Microprocessor To view the microprocessor information of your computer type system information in the Windows search box and then press Enter Graphics processor Integrated GPU Discrete GPU Memory Typ...

Page 15: ...x 1 with USB Power Delivery Support data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps for USB 3 1 Gen 1 Provide power output up to 20 V and 5A HDMI 1 4b connector 4 in 1 memory card reader SD card SDHC card SDXC card MultiMediaCard MMC Security features Fingerprint reader UEFI BIOS passwords Administrator password User password Master hard disk password User hard disk password Wireless features Bluetooth Wireless ...

Page 16: ... device Data rate Gbit s 3 1 Gen 1 5 3 1 Gen 2 10 3 1 Gen 2 2 20 Operating environment Maximum altitude without pressurization 3048 m 10 000 ft Temperature At altitudes up to 2438 m 8000 ft Operating 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F Storage 5 C to 43 C 41 F to 109 F At altitudes above 2438 m 8000 ft Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition 31 3 C 88 F Note When you charge the b...

Page 17: ...ter on and off You may need to turn it on when boarding an airplane Airplane mode Night light mode Night light is a switch in Windows that you can turn on and off When it is turned on your screen shows warmer colors and the amount of emitted blue light is reduced Enabling night light reduces the chances of developing eye fatigue or eye strain Note For more guidance on reducing eye fatigue or eye s...

Page 18: ...entation you can select the rotation lock icon in the Windows notification area to turn on rotation lock Note Rotation lock is disabled in notebook mode Windows help information If the on screen instructions cannot solve your problem refer to the following to get the online Windows help information Type Get Help or Tips in the Windows search box and then press Enter When the app opens type the pro...

Page 19: ...Miracast Step 1 Type devices settings in the Windows search box and then press Enter Step 2 Select add Bluetooth or other device and then select wireless display or dock Step 3 Select the device name to connect to Notes If the device name is not displayed check to ensure that Wi Fi is turned on for your computer the display device is turned on and is near your computer The Novo Button menu The Nov...

Page 20: ...n to open the Novo Button menu Yoga modes The screen of your computer can open up to an angle of 360 degrees enabling you to use your computer for different purposes Mode Suitable for Notebook mode Entering text Drag and drop operations using the touchpad Stand mode Giving a presentation Viewing a slide show 14 User Guide ...

Page 21: ...d can be pressed alone or in combination with the Fn key to open certain apps or change certain settings quickly The functions of the hotkeys are symbolized by the icons printed on them Hotkey Function Mute Unmute sound Decrease Increase system volume Mute Unmute the microphone Decrease Increase screen brightness Switch display devices Turn airplane mode on and off Chapter 2 Get started with your ...

Page 22: ...de is a UEFI BIOS setting that changes how hotkeys or function keys are used Hotkey mode setting How to use hotkeys How to use function keys Disabled Hold down the Fn key and press one of the hotkeys Press the function keys directly Enabled Press the hotkeys directly Hold down the Fn key and press one of the function keys Note Hotkeys that do not share keys with function keys are not affected by t...

Page 23: ...the Esc key indicates whether FnLock is enabled 3 Fn Key Modify the functions of dual function hotkeys Numeric keypad Some Lenovo computers includes 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 Chapter 2 Get started with your computer 17 ...

Page 24: ...art menu Open an app or item From the desktop Select an app or item In an open app Perform 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 to the location you want Move an object Move two fingers closer together Zoom out 18 User...

Page 25: ... from the left edge View all your open windows in task view Swipe downwards shortly from the top edge for full screened app or when your computer is in the tablet mode Show a hidden title bar Swipe in from the top edge to the bottom edge when your computer is in the tablet mode Close the current app Chapter 2 Get started with your computer 19 ...

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Page 27: ...0 C 50 F and 35 C 95 F Note To maximize the life of the battery the computer does not start recharging the battery if the remaining power is greater than 95 Check the battery temperature You can check the battery temperature in Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC manager Step 1 Open Lenovo Vantage Step 2 Click Hardware Settings Power Step 3 Locate the Power Status section and then click Show Details to vi...

Page 28: ...Boot menu Step 3 Follow on screen instructions to change the order of devices under Boot Priority Order Note You can also change startup sequence temporarily without opening the setup utility To do so start the computer When the Lenovo logo appears press F12 or Fn F12 repeatedly Change hotkey mode Step 1 Open the UEFI BIOS setup utility Step 2 Select Configuration Hotkey Mode and press Enter Step ...

Page 29: ...e the system board replaced Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be charged for parts and service Step 1 Open the UEFI BIOS setup utility Step 2 Select Security Set Administrator Password and press Enter Step 3 Enter a password string that contains only letters and numbers and then press Enter Step 4 Enter the password again and press Enter Step 5 Select Exit Exit Saving Changes Next time ...

Page 30: ...led a prompt appears on the screen every time you turn on the computer You must enter the administrator or user password to start the computer Set hard disk password You can set a hard disk password in the setup utility to prevent unauthorized access to your data Attention Be extremely careful when setting a hard disk password If you forget the hard disk password a Lenovo authorized service person...

Page 31: ...ter Password and press Enter Note If you remove the master hard disk password the user hard disk password is also removed To change user password select Change User Password and press Enter Note The user hard disk password cannot be removed separately Step 4 Select Exit Exit Saving Changes Chapter 3 Explore your computer 25 ...

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Page 33: ...y 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 Where can I get the latest device drivers and UEFI BIOS Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager Lenovo Support Web site at https support lenovo com Self help resources Use the following self help resources to learn more about the computer an...

Page 34: ...ps support microsoft com What is a CRU Customer replaceable units CRUs are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer A Lenovo computer may contain the following types of CRUs Self service CRU Parts that can be installed or replaced easily by customer themselves or by trained service technicians at an additional cost Optional service CRU Parts that can be installed or replaced by custo...

Page 35: ...ed in one or more of the following publications and are available from Lenovo at any time upon your request the product User Guide the printed publications that came with the product Replacement of any parts not listed above including the built in rechargeable battery must be done by a Lenovo authorized repair facility or technician Go to https support lenovo com partnerlocation for more informati...

Page 36: ...t your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative Services available during the warranty period Problem determination Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining if you have a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem Lenovo hardware repair If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty trained service personne...

Page 37: ...vices During and after the warranty period you can purchase additional services from Lenovo at https www lenovo com services Service availability and service name might vary by country or region Chapter 4 Help and support 31 ...

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Page 39: ...n includes references to power adapters and batteries In addition some products such as speakers and monitors ship with external power adapters If you have such a product this information applies to your product In addition computer products contain a coin sized internal battery that provides power to the system clock even when the computer is unplugged so the battery safety information applies to...

Page 40: ...etting wet To avoid spills and the danger of electrical shock keep liquids away from your computer Protect the cables from being damaged Applying strong force to cables may damage or break them Route communication lines or the cables of an ac power adapter a mouse a keyboard a printer or any other electronic device so that they cannot be walked on tripped over pinched by your computer or other obj...

Page 41: ...Web site https pcsupport lenovo com supportphonelist Frequently inspect your computer and its components for damage or wear or signs of danger If you have any question about the condition of a component do not use the product Contact the Customer Support Center or the product manufacturer for instructions on how to inspect the product and have it repaired if necessary In the unlikely event that yo...

Page 42: ...ove the covers from a product equipped with a power cord always ensure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source If you have any questions or concerns contact the Customer Support Center Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected the following warnings are required for your safety Keep fingers and other ...

Page 43: ...nals on a power adapter which can eventually result in overheating Ensure that all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins or shows signs of overheating such as deformed plastic at the ac input pins or anywhere on the power adapter Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on ei...

Page 44: ...ircuit rating Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads and branch circuit ratings Be sure that the power outlet you are using is properly wired easily accessible and located close to the equipment Do not fully extend power cords in a way that will stress the cords Be sure that the power outlet provides the correct voltage and current for the product you a...

Page 45: ... temperature with batteries charged to approximately 30 50 of the full capacity We recommend that the batteries be charged at least once per year to prevent over discharging Do not put the battery in trash that is disposed of in landfills When disposing of the battery comply with local ordinances or regulations Notice for built in rechargeable battery DANGER Do not attempt to remove or replace the...

Page 46: ...lithium coin cell battery is swallowed or placed inside any part of the body seek medical care immediately Do not Throw or immerse into water Heat to more than 100 C 212 F Repair or disassemble Leave in an extremely low air pressure environment Leave in an extremely high temperature environment Crush puncture cut or incinerate Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations T...

Page 47: ... computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or in explosive environments Ventilation slots fans and or heat sinks are provided with the product for safety comfort and reliable operation These features might inadvertently become blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa carpet or other flexible surface Never block cover or disable these features When the ac power adapter is connecte...

Page 48: ...uter until all internal parts enclosures are fastened into place Never use the computer when internal parts and circuits are exposed DANGER Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing moving or opening covers on this product or attached devices To connect 1 Turn everything OFF 2 First attach all cables to devices 3 Attach signal cables to connectors 4 Att...

Page 49: ...ectors do not comply with specifications of EN 50332 2 The headphone output connector of your computer complies with EN 50332 2 Sub clause 7 This specification limits the computer s maximum wide band true RMS output voltage to 150 mV To help protect against hearing loss ensure that the headphones or earphones you use also comply with EN 50332 2 Clause 7 limits for a wide band characteristic voltag...

Page 50: ...ake the following precautions to avoid static electricity damage Limit your movement Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you Always handle components carefully Handle adapters memory modules and other circuit boards by the edges Never touch exposed circuitry Prevent others from touching components When you install a static sensitive option or CRU touch the static protective pa...

Page 51: ...rrounding light sources active seating and the placement of your computer hardware can help you improve your performance and achieve greater comfort This example shows someone in a conventional setting Even when not in such a setting you can follow many of these tips Develop good habits and they will serve you well General posture Make minor modifications in your working posture to deter the onset...

Page 52: ...e levels of comfort and performance If your work area is not in an office setting ensure to take special note of employing active sitting and taking work breaks Many product solutions are available to help you modify and expand your computer to best suit your needs You can find some of these options at https www lenovo com accessories Explore your options for docking solutions and external product...

Page 53: ...l Radio Equipment Directive 2014 53 EU on the approximation of the laws of the Member States as well as the UK Radio Equipment Regulations SI 2017 No 1206 relating to radio equipment The full text of the system EU declaration of conformity is available at https www lenovo com us en compliance eu doc The full text of the system UK declaration of conformity is available at https www lenovo com us en...

Page 54: ...e autorizados This equipment is not protected against harmful interference and may not cause interference with duly authorized systems Mexico Advertencia En Mexico la operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones 1 es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y 2 este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia incluyendo la que ...

Page 55: ...ners of information technology IT equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products For information about recycling Lenovo products go to https www lenovo com recycling The latest environmental information about our products is available at https www lenovo com ecod...

Page 56: ...s electrical and electronic equipment of the same nature and function as the used EEE or WEEE Before placing electrical and electronic equipment EEE in the waste collection stream or in waste collection facilities the end user of equipment containing batteries and or accumulators must remove those batteries and accumulators for separate collection Dispose of lithium batteries and battery packs fro...

Page 57: ...it board or drive use the methods described above for collecting and recycling a disused computer or monitor Disposing of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers A button shaped lithium battery is installed inside your Lenovo computer to provide power to the computer clock while the computer is off or disconnected from the main power source If you need to replace it with a new one contact ...

Page 58: ...Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada RoHS compliance statements Lenovo is committed to protecting the environment An important priority for Lenovo is the implementation of RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances requirements globally Lenovo meets all the RoHS requirements currently in effect This section provides RoHS compliance statements by countries or regions See htt...

Page 59: ... речовин Mainland China 为满足中国电子电器产品有害物质限制相关的法律法规和其他要求 联想公司对本产品中有害物质按部件分 类 声明如下 Table 5 产品中有害物质的名称及含量 部件名称 铅 Pb 汞 Hg 镉 Cd 六价铬 CR VI 多溴联苯 PBB 多溴二苯醚 PBDE 印刷电路板组件 X 硬盘 X 光驱 X LCD面板 LED背光 源 X 键盘 X 内存 X 电池 X 电源适配器 X 底壳 顶壳和扬声 器 X 注 本表格依据SJ T 11364的规定编制 某些型号的产品可能不包含表中的部分部件 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在GB T 26572规定的限量要求以下 X 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出GB T 26572规定的限量要求 标记 X 的部件 皆因全球 技术发展水平限制而无法实现有害物质的替代 印刷电路板组件包括印...

Page 60: ... 電源供應器 儲存裝置 輸入裝置 配件 備考1 超出0 1 wt 及 超出0 01 wt 係指限用物質之百分比含量超出百分比含量基準值 Note 1 Exceeding 0 1 wt and exceeding 0 01 wt indicate that the percentage content of the restricted substance exceeds the reference percentage value of presence condition 備考2 係指該項限用物質之百分比含量未超出百分比含量基準值 Note 2 indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of pres...

Page 61: ... off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help Lenovo is not resp...

Page 62: ...der EU Richtlinie zur elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit in den EU Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der Klasse B der Norm gemäß Richtlinie Um dieses sicherzustellen sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel an...

Page 63: ...ion Назначение персональный компьютер для личного и служебного использования для передачи данных с поддержкой различных профилей подключения Wi Fi Bluetooth и пр Изготовитель Леново ПЦ ХК Лимитед 23 Ф Линколн Хаус Тайку Плэйс 979 Кингз Роуд Куарри Бэй Гонконг Lenovo PC HK Limited 23 F Lincoln House Taikoo Place 979 King s Road Quarry Bay Hong Kong Страна производства Китай Наименование и местонахо...

Page 64: ...uters as prescribed by the U S Environmental Protection Agency For certified computers an ENERGY STAR mark may be affixed to the product the product packaging or displayed electronically on the E label screen or the power settings interface By using ENERGY STAR compliant products and taking advantage of the power management features of your computer you reduce the consumption of electricity Reduce...

Page 65: ...ht to improve and or modify the products and software programs described in the manuals included with your computer and the content of the manual at any time without additional notice The software interface and function and hardware configuration described in the manuals included with your computer might not match exactly the actual configuration of the computer that you purchase For the configura...

Page 66: ...software included with this product Lenovo may update this document at any time without notice For the latest information or any questions or comments contact or visit the Lenovo Web site https support lenovo com Trademarks LENOVO and the LENOVO logo are trademarks of Lenovo Thunderbolt is a trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U S and or other countries Microsoft Windows OneD...

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