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About this guide • 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) Lenovo Flex 7 14IAU7 82VC • For further compliance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https:// pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices...
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Base 1. Ventilation slots (outlet) Maintain the outgoing airflow to dissipate internal heat. Attention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat. 2. Speakers Produce sound. 3. Fingerprint reader Enroll and read your fingerprint for user authentication. 4.
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Left ™ 1. HDMI connector Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such as an HDTV. ® 2. Multi-purpose USB Type-C connector • Connect to power with the included power cord and ac power ™ (Thunderbolt 4 enabled)/Power connector adapter.
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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 within that software.
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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. Chapter 1 Meet your computer...
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Features and specifications Dimensions • Width: 313.1 mm (12.33 inches) • Depth: 224.9 mm (8.85 inches) • Thickness (metal version): – Thinnest: 17.4 mm (0.69 inches) – Thickest: 18.9 mm (0.74 inches) ac power adapter • Input: 100 V ac–240 V ac, 50 Hz–60 Hz •...
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Security • Fingerprint reader • UEFI/BIOS passwords – Administrator password – User password – Master hard disk password – User hard disk password Network • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi combo adapter Statement on USB transfer rate 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 actual transfer rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed below for each corresponding device.
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Note: Some Lenovo computers include a display that can be rotated 360 degrees. When those products are used as a tablet computer, the temperatures of all the accessible parts are within an acceptable range as defined in IEC 62368-1. User Guide...
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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.
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To open it, type its name in the Windows Search box and select the matched result. If neither 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.
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Display thumbnails of all open apps. Open the Windows Calculator app. Display an app launcher for quick access to Lenovo apps and services. Note: For some models, you may need to connect to the Internet and complete system update for this function to take effect.
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FnLock FnLock light Default function of the F1 key Mute/Unmute sound F1 function * Note: The F1 function is application-dependent. It may have no function if the active application does not have a definition for the key. The FnLock switch shares the ESC key (in the upper left corner of the keyboard). To turn it on or off, press Fn + ESC.
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Depending on the model, your computer might come with a pen. The pen enables you to write and draw in a natural manner. You can view or change functions of pen buttons in the Lenovo Pen Settings. For more information, refer to the User Guide of the software.
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– Improve handwriting recognition for some languages. • Lenovo Pen Settings: Enter Lenovo Pen Settings in the Windows search box, and then select the matched result to set the pen. From Lenovo Pen Settings, you can configure the following settings as desired: –...
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– Change the functions of the pen buttons. – Enable or disable near-screen click for pen buttons when the pen tip is placed within 1 cm from the computer screen. – Set one pen button as the radial menu and launch a virtual control dial for quickly accessing or managing your daily work.
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To extend your battery’s lifespan, the battery may optimize its full charge capacity based on your usage. After prolonged periods of limited use, full battery capacity may not be available until you discharge to as low as 20% and recharge completely. For more information, refer to the power section of Lenovo Vantage.
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Step 1. Turn on or restart the computer. Step 2. When the Lenovo logo appears on the screen, press F2 repeatedly. Note: For computers with hotkey mode enabled, press Fn + F2. Select boot devices Normally, the computer starts to a boot manager loaded from the secondary storage device of the computer.
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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.
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Next time you start the computer, you must enter the administrator password to open the setup utility. If Power on Password is enabled, you must enter the administrator password or the user password to start the computer. Change or remove administrator password Only the administrator can change or remove the administrator password.
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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.
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Where can I get the latest device • Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager drivers and UEFI/BIOS? • Lenovo Support Web site at https://support.lenovo.com...
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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;...
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*for selected models Notes: • CRU replacement instruction is provided 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 •...
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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 •...
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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...
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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.
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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.