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Lenovo ThinkPad T480 User Manual

Lenovo ThinkPad T480
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T480 User Guide

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Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Colorblack
OSwindows 10 pro
Touch Screenno
Screen Typewidescreen led
Screen Size14 inches
Screen Resolution1366 x 768 (hd)
Processor Brandintel
Processor Modelintel 8th generation core i5
Processor Model Numberi5-8250u
Storage Typehdd
Storage Capacity500 gigabytes
Type of Memoryddr4 sdram
System Memory4 gigabytes
System Memory Speed2400 megahertz
System Memory Expansion32 gigabytes
Front Facing Camerayes
Speakers Typestereo speakers
Backlit Keyboardno
Card Readeryes
Securityfingerprint reader
Touchpadmulti-touch, buttonless
Thunderbolt Ports1
Headphones Outputyes
Battery Typelithium-ion
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth9.2 inches
Height0.8 inches
Width13.3 inches

Summary

Important Safety Information

Conditions That Require Immediate Action

Actions to take when product damage is serious enough to warrant inspection or repair.

Chapter 1. Product Overview

Computer Controls, Connectors, and Indicators

Introduction to the hardware features of the computer, including controls, connectors, and indicators.

Computer Features

Details on the computer's hardware components, including microprocessor, memory, storage, display, and keyboard.

Computer Specifications

Technical specifications including size, heat output, power source, and operating environment.

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

Using the ThinkPad Pointing Device

Overview and usage of the ThinkPad pointing device, including trackpad and gestures.

Chapter 3. Enhancing Your Computer

Attaching Your Computer to a Docking Station

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the computer to a docking station.

Detaching Your Computer from a Docking Station

Step-by-step instructions for safely disconnecting the computer from a docking station.

Chapter 4. Accessibility, Ergonomic, and Maintenance Information

Accessibility Information

Information for users with disabilities to access technology and maximize computer experience.

Ergonomic Information

Guidelines for good ergonomic practices to optimize comfort and performance while using the computer.

Chapter 5. Security

Using Passwords

Information on using power-on, supervisor, and hard disk passwords for computer protection.

Hard Disk Security

Methods to protect the computer from unauthorized attacks, including BitLocker and security chips.

Chapter 6. Advanced Configuration

Installing the Windows 10 Operating System

Instructions for installing a new Windows 10 operating system, including driver installation.

Using the ThinkPad Setup Program

Configuring BIOS settings, startup sequence, and updating UEFI BIOS.

Chapter 7. Troubleshooting Computer Problems

General Tips for Preventing Problems

Preventive measures for common computing problems, including data backup and driver updates.

Diagnosing Problems

Methods to identify hardware problems using diagnostic programs and Lenovo Vantage.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common computer issues like unresponsiveness, screen problems, audio, and battery issues.

Computer Stops Responding

Steps to resolve unresponsive computer issues, involving power cycling and component checks.

Chapter 8. Recovery Information

Resetting Your Computer

Process for resetting the computer, choosing to keep or remove files, and reinstalling the OS.

Using Advanced Startup Options

Enabling changes to firmware, startup settings, starting from external devices, or restoring OS from image.

Recovering Your Operating System if Windows 10 Fails to Start

Using Windows recovery environment to repair the OS when startup fails.

Creating and Using a Recovery USB Drive

Creating a backup recovery USB drive to troubleshoot and fix problems.

Chapter 9. Replacing Devices

Customer Replaceable Units

Identifying parts that can be upgraded or replaced by customers or trained technicians.

Replacing the Removable Battery

Instructions for safely removing and replacing the computer's removable battery.

Replacing a Memory Module

Instructions for replacing or adding memory modules to increase capacity.

Replacing the Internal Storage Drive

Instructions for replacing the computer's internal storage drive (HDD, SSD, or M.2).

Replacing the Keyboard

Instructions for removing and installing the computer's keyboard.

Chapter 10. Getting Support

Before You Contact Lenovo

Steps to take before contacting Lenovo support, including checking information and recording details.

Getting Help and Service

Overview of support sources available from Lenovo for help, service, and technical assistance.

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