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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 User Manual

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
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ThinkPad P16 Gen 1
User Guide

Table of Contents

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Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
MemoryUp to 128GB DDR5
WeightStarting at 2.95 kg (6.5 lbs)
GraphicsNVIDIA RTX A5500, A4500, A3000
StorageUp to 8TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD
Battery94Whr
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
Ports2x Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.1, SD card reader, headphone/mic combo
ConnectivityIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.2, optional WWAN
AudioDolby Atmos Speaker System; Dual array microphones
CameraFHD RGB with Webcam Privacy Shutter
SecurityFingerprint reader, dTPM 2.0
Keyboardbacklit with numeric keypad
ProcessorUp to Intel Core i9-12950HX or Xeon W-11855M
Dimensions14.25 x 10.06 x 1.19 inches

Summary

Chapter 1. Meet your computer

Front view

Visual overview of the computer's front panel components, including cameras and microphones.

Side view

Visual overview of the computer's side ports, connectors, and card slots.

Rear view

Visual overview of the computer's rear ports and connections.

Bottom view

Visual overview of the computer's bottom panel, including vents and reset hole.

Features and specifications

Detailed hardware features and technical specifications of the computer.

USB specifications

Information on USB port types, data transfer rates, and associated capabilities.

Chapter 2. Get started with your computer

Access networks

Guide to connecting to Wi-Fi and cellular networks for internet access.

Turn on the Airplane mode

How to enable airplane mode to disable all wireless features.

Interact with your computer

Overview of navigating the computer screen using various input devices.

Use the keyboard shortcuts

Special key combinations for efficient computer operation and productivity.

Use the TrackPoint pointing device

Instructions for using the TrackPoint pointing stick and its associated buttons.

Use the trackpad

Guide to utilizing the trackpad for navigation, clicking, and scrolling actions.

Use the touch screen (for selected models)

How to use touch gestures on the display for navigation and interaction.

Connect to an external display

Procedures for connecting the computer to external monitors or projectors.

Lenovo Precision Pen 2 (for selected models)

Information on using the optional Lenovo Precision Pen 2 for writing and drawing.

Chapter 3. Explore your computer

Lenovo apps

Introduction to preinstalled Lenovo applications like Commercial Vantage.

Smart features (for selected models)

Overview of intelligent features like Glance by Mirametrix for enhanced interaction.

Color calibration (for selected models)

How to calibrate display colors for improved visual accuracy.

Intelligent cooling

Adjusting power, fan speed, and temperature for optimal performance.

Manage power

Checking battery status and configuring power settings for efficiency.

Transfer data

Methods for transferring files using Bluetooth, NFC, SD cards, or smart cards.

Accessories

Information on using and purchasing optional computer accessories to expand functionality.

Chapter 4. Secure your computer and information

Lock the computer

Securing the computer physically using a compatible security cable lock.

Log in with your fingerprint (for selected models)

Setting up and using the fingerprint reader for secure login.

Associate your fingerprints with UEFI BIOS passwords

Linking fingerprints to BIOS passwords for streamlined authentication.

Log in with your face ID (for selected models)

Setting up and using facial recognition for convenient and secure login.

Protect data against power loss (for selected models)

Understanding Lenovo's Power Loss Protection function for data safety.

UEFI BIOS passwords

Setting and managing various passwords within the UEFI BIOS for system security.

Set, change, and remove a password

Procedures for managing UEFI BIOS passwords, including setting and removal.

Associate your fingerprints with passwords (for selected models)

Linking fingerprints to power-on and NVMe passwords for simplified access.

Certificate based BIOS management

Using certificates for secure, password-less management of UEFI BIOS features.

Chapter 5. Configure advanced settings

UEFI BIOS

Navigating and configuring various settings within the UEFI BIOS setup utility.

Detect memory retraining

Understanding the memory retraining process during POST for system diagnostics.

Reset system to factory defaults

Restoring UEFI BIOS settings to their original factory default configurations.

Update UEFI BIOS

Steps for downloading and installing the latest UEFI BIOS updates for your computer.

FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication

Setting up passwordless authentication using FIDO2 USB devices for system access.

RAID

Overview of Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) technology for storage.

Storage drive requirements for RAID levels

Requirements and considerations for setting up RAID configurations on storage drives.

Enter the Intel RST configuration utility

Accessing the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility for RAID management.

Create RAID volumes

Step-by-step guide for creating new RAID volumes using the RST utility.

Delete RAID volumes

Procedures for safely deleting existing RAID volumes from the system.

Reset storage drives to non-RAID

Reverting RAID drives back to their original non-RAID status.

Rebuild RAID 1 volumes

Restoring RAID 1 volumes in case of drive failure or degradation.

Install a Windows operating system and drivers

Comprehensive guide to installing the Windows OS and essential device drivers.

Install device drivers

How to download and install the latest drivers for computer components.

Chapter 6. CRU replacement

CRU list

A comprehensive list of Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) for the computer.

Disable Fast Startup and the built-in battery

Essential steps to disable power features before replacing internal components.

Replace a CRU

General procedures and precautions for replacing user-installable computer parts.

Bottom cover

Step-by-step procedure for removing and replacing the laptop's bottom cover.

Keyboard

Detailed instructions for removing and reinstalling the computer's keyboard.

Service bracket

Instructions for removing and replacing the service bracket.

Wireless WAN card (for selected models)

Guide for installing or replacing the wireless Wide Area Network (WAN) card.

Memory module

Procedures for installing or replacing memory modules (RAM) in the computer.

M.2 solid-state drive and the bracket

Instructions for handling and replacing M.2 solid-state drives and their brackets.

Chapter 7. Help and support

Frequently asked questions

Common user questions and their answers for quick problem resolution.

Error messages

Solutions and explanations for various error messages encountered by the system.

Beep errors

Utilizing Lenovo SmartBeep technology to decode beep error codes via smartphone.

Self-help resources

Links and guidance to various resources for troubleshooting and obtaining support.

Appendix A. Compliance information

Certification-related information

Details regarding regulatory compliance, certifications, and machine types.

Locate the UltraConnect wireless antennas

Identifying the locations of the computer's wireless antennas.

Appendix B. Notices and trademarks

Notices

Important legal notices, disclaimers, and warranty information for the product.

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