Contents

About this manual
Chapter 1. Safety information
- General safety
- Electrical safety
- Safety inspection guide
- Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge
- Grounding requirements
- Safety notices (multilingual translations)
Chapter 2. Important service information
- Strategy for replacing FRUs
  - Strategy for replacing a solid-state drive
  - Important notice for replacing a system board
  - How to use error message
- Strategy for replacing FRUs for CTO, special-bid, and standard models
  - Product definition
  - FRU identification
Chapter 3. General checkout
- What to do first
- Checkout guide
  - Diagnosing problems
  - Quick test programs
  - UEFI diagnostic program
  - Bootable diagnostic programs
- Power system checkout
  - Checking the ac power adapter
  - Checking the built-in battery and operational charging
  - Checking the coin-cell battery
Chapter 4. Related service information
- Reset or restore Windows
- Passwords
  - Power-on password
  - Hard disk password
  - Supervisor password
  - System management password
  - How to remove the power-on password
  - How to remove the hard disk password
  - How to remove the system management password
- Power management
  - Sleep mode
  - Hibernation mode
- Symptom-to-FRU index
  - Numeric error codes
  - Error messages
  - Beep errors
  - No-beep symptoms
  - LCD-related symptoms
  - Intermittent problems
  - Undetermined problems
Chapter 5. Special keys
Chapter 6. Locations
- Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators
  - Front
  - Base
  - Left
  - Right
  - Rear
  - Bottom
- Locating FRUs and CRUs
  - Major FRUs and CRUs
  - LCD FRUs and CRUs
  - Miscellaneous parts
  - Connector and cable guide
- Looking up FRU information
Chapter 7. FRU replacement notices
- Service tool kit
- Screw notices
- Retaining serial numbers
  - Restoring the serial number of the system unit
  - Retaining the UUID
  - Reading or writing the ECA information
Chapter 8. Removing or replacing a FRU
- General guidelines
- Before servicing the computer
  - Disabling the built-in battery
  - Removing the nano-SIM-card and microSD-card tray
- 1010 Keyboard (for ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 only)
- 1020 Base cover assembly
- 1030 M.2 solid-state drive, bracket, and thermal pad
- 1040 Wireless WAN card (for selected models)
- 1050 Wireless LAN card (for AMD models)
- 1060 Built-in battery
- 1070 Docking-station-connector bracket
- 1080 Thermal fan assembly
- 1090 USB-card cable and USB card
- 1100 Coin-cell battery
- 1110 Trackpad cable
- 1120 Trackpad
- 1130 NFC card
- 1140 Speaker assembly
- 1150 Fingerprint-reader-and-smart-card-reader cable, fingerprint-reader cable, and smart-card-reader cable (for ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 only)
- 1160 Fingerprint-reader bracket and fingerprint reader
- 1170 Smart card reader or dummy smart card reader
- 1180 System board
- 1190 Power card and power-card cable
- 1200 LCD unit
- 1210 Keyboard assembly (for ThinkPad T14s Gen 1) or Keyboard bezel assembly (for ThinkPad X13 Gen 1)
- 2010 LCD bezel cover and LCD bezel
- 2020 LCD hinges
- 2030 LCD panel and LCD cable
- 2040 Camera and microphone module and aluminum foil (for ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 only)
- 2050 Camera-and-microphone-module cable and antenna kit
- 2060 LCD cover assembly
Appendix A. Notices
Appendix B. Abbreviation table

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 Laptop Specification

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 is a high-performance business laptop designed to provide a seamless computing experience for professionals. It features a 14-inch display, available in both Full HD (1920x1080) and WQHD (2560x1440) resolutions, offering vibrant colors and sharp clarity. The laptop is powered by AMD Ryzen 4000 series processors or 10th Gen Intel Core processors, delivering robust performance suitable for demanding tasks. It comes with integrated AMD Radeon or Intel UHD graphics, ensuring smooth visuals for both everyday applications and moderate graphical tasks.

The ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 is equipped with up to 32GB of LPDDR4x RAM, providing ample memory for multitasking, and offers storage options up to 1TB SSD for fast data access and ample storage space. Its battery life can extend up to 14 hours, making it a reliable choice for long workdays, and it supports Rapid Charge technology for quick recharging.

This laptop includes a range of connectivity options such as USB-C, USB 3.1, HDMI, and an audio jack, along with WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1 for enhanced wireless connectivity. Security features include a fingerprint reader, IR camera with Windows Hello support, and a TPM 2.0 chip, ensuring data protection and secure login.

The ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 is designed with a durable, lightweight chassis, weighing approximately 2.81 pounds, making it highly portable. Its backlit keyboard is renowned for comfort and precision, and the laptop adheres to the MIL-STD 810G military standard for durability. With its comprehensive set of features, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 stands out as a powerful, portable, and secure laptop ideal for business professionals.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 Laptop F.A.Q.

How do I perform a factory reset on my Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1?

To perform a factory reset, go to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery > Reset this PC. Choose 'Remove everything' and follow the prompts to reset your laptop.

How can I update the BIOS on my ThinkPad T14s Gen 1?

Visit the Lenovo Support website, download the latest BIOS update file, and follow the instructions provided in the readme file to update your BIOS.

What should I do if my ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 won't turn on?

First, ensure the battery is charged. Try a hard reset by removing any connected peripherals, holding the power button for 10-15 seconds, and then attempting to power it on again.

How can I extend the battery life of my Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1?

Reduce screen brightness, close unnecessary applications, use power-saving mode, and keep the system updated to improve battery performance.

What is the best way to clean the keyboard and screen of my ThinkPad T14s Gen 1?

Use a microfiber cloth dampened with water or a screen-cleaning solution for the screen. For the keyboard, use compressed air and a slightly damp cloth. Avoid liquid cleaners directly on the device.

How can I troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity issues on my ThinkPad T14s Gen 1?

Ensure Wi-Fi is enabled, restart your router, update the network drivers, and check for any network configuration issues.

What should I do if my ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 is overheating?

Ensure the laptop is on a hard, flat surface, clean the vents and fans with compressed air, and consider using a cooling pad. Check for any resource-heavy applications that could be causing the issue.