User Guide IdeaPad Flex 5i (14″, 7), IdeaPad Flex 5 (14″, 7), IdeaPad Flex 5i (16″, 7) and IdeaPad Flex 5 (16″, 7)
Read this first Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the following: • Generic Safety and Compliance Notices • Safety and Warranty Guide • Setup Guide First Edition (March 2022) © Copyright Lenovo 2022. 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. GS35F-05925.
Contents About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . Statement on USB transfer rate . . . . . . Operating environment . . . . . . . . . Avoid constant body contact with specific hot sections . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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) IdeaPad Flex 5 14IAU7 82R7, 82TA IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC7 82R9 IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 82R8 IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 82RA • For further compliance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https:// pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices.
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer Front 1. Microphones Capture or record sound and voice. 2. Camera Capture still and moving images for taking photos, recording videos, and video chatting. 3. Camera switch Turn the camera on or off. 4. Camera light If the light is on, the camera is in use. 5. Screen Display text, graphics, and videos. Selected models support multitouch function.
Base Figure 1. Base view—14-inch models Figure 2. Base view—16-inch models 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. Numeric keypad To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. 4. Fingerprint reader Enroll and read your fingerprint for user authentication. 5.
6. Wireless antennas Send and receive radio waves for the built-in wireless LAN (local area network) and Bluetooth module. Notes: • The antennas are not visible from the outside of the 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. 7. Keyboard Enter characters and interact with programs.
Left 1. Power connector Connect to power with the included power cord and ac power adapter. 2. Charging light Indicate whether the computer is connected to ac power. • Solid white: Connected to ac power; battery capacity 91%–100% • Solid amber: Connected to ac power; battery capacity 1%–90% • Off: Not connected to ac power 3. HDMI™ connector Connect to a compatible digital audio device or video monitor, such as an HDTV. 4.
Right 1. Power button with power light Press the button to turn on the computer or put the computer into sleep mode. The light on the power button shows the system status of your computer. • On: The computer is turned on. • Blinking fast: The computer is turned on; battery charge percentage 1% - 20%. • Blinking slowly: The computer is in sleep mode. • Off: The computer is turned off or in hibernation mode. 2.
Bottom 1. Ventilation slots (inlet) 6 User Guide Maintain the incoming airflow to dissipate internal heat. Attention: Do not block the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the computer may overheat.
Features and specifications Dimensions • IdeaPad Flex 5 14IAU7 and IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC7 – 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) – Thickness (plastic version): – Thinnest: 17.8 mm (0.70 inches) – Thickest: 19.3 mm (0.76 inches) • IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 and IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 – Width: 357.8 mm (14.09 inches) – Depth: 253.9 mm (10.00 inches) – Thickness (metal version): – Thinnest: 18.
Screen • IdeaPad Flex 5 14IAU7 and IdeaPad Flex 5 14ALC7 – Size: 355.6 mm (14 inches) – Display resolution – 1920 × 1200 pixels (WUXGA model) – 2240 × 1400 pixels (2.2 K model) – 2880 × 1800 pixels (2.8 K model) (only for IdeaPad Flex 5 14IAU7) • IdeaPad Flex 5 16IAU7 and IdeaPad Flex 5 16ALC7 – Size: 406.4 mm (16 inches) – Display resolution – 1920 × 1200 pixels (WUXGA model) – 2560 × 1600 pixels (2.
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. USB device Data rate (Gbit/s) 3.2 Gen 1 5 3.
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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer Work with Windows The following table contains Windows frequently used settings. You can learn the basics and start working with Windows right away. To configure settings, type the corresponding keywords in the Windows search box and select the best match. Follow the on-screen instructions to customize settings. Table 1.
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 problem description and select the matched result. • Visit Microsoft support Web site: https://support.microsoft.com. Enter what you are looking for in the search box and get search results.
Interact with your computer Keyboard hotkeys Some keys on the keyboard are printed with icons. These keys are called hotkeys and 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. Increase/Decrease screen brightness. Switch display devices. Turn airplane mode on and off.
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 the hotkey mode setting. They should always be used with the Fn key. The FnLock switch The FnLock is a switch that reverses the default and hidden function of a hotkey.
Touch operation Used for Opening apps, documents, and other functions on the taskbar or the Start menu Tap Opening apps that are pinned on the desktop Tap twice quickly Opening the context menu Tap, hold and lift Zooming out Pinch Zooming in Spread Opening the widgets panel Swipe in from the left edge Chapter 2.
Touch operation Used for Opening the notification center Swipe in from the right edge The Windows operating system also supports 3- and 4-finger gestures on the screen and the touchpad. You can set them up in Settings ➙ Bluetooth & devices. Use a pen 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.
Install the AAAA battery Lenovo Digital Pen uses AAAA battery. The AAAA battery may or may not ship with the pen. Note: Make sure the positive (+) end of the battery pointing toward the pen tip. Check the pen's battery status Step 1. Tap the pen tip on the computer screen. Note: Always tap the pen tip on the screen before viewing the pen’s battery status. Otherwise, the reading as shown in Lenovo Pen Settings is not accurate. Step 2. Open Lenovo Pen Settings.
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Chapter 3. Explore your computer Manage power Use the information in this section to achieve the best balance between performance and power efficiency. Check the battery status The battery status icon or is in the Windows notification area. You can check the battery status, view the current power plan, and access battery settings quickly. Click the battery status icon to display the percentage of battery power remaining and change the power mode. A warning message is displayed when the battery is low.
• Default power plan: Balanced • Turn off the display: after 10 minutes • Put the computer to sleep: after 10 minutes Note: To wake the computer from the sleep state, press the power button or any key on the keyboard. Change or customize a power plan This operation is applicable to computers with pre-installed Windows. Step 1. Type power plan in the Windows search box and then press Enter. Step 2. Customize a power plan of your preference.
Enable or disable always-on For some Lenovo computers with always-on connectors, the always-on function can be enabled or disabled in the UEFI/BIOS setup utility. Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility. Step 2. Select Configuration ➙ Always On USB and press Enter. Step 3. Change the setting to Disabled or Enabled. Step 4. Select Exit ➙ Exit Saving Changes.
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. Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility using the administrator password. Step 2. Select Security ➙ Set Administrator Password and press Enter. Step 3.
Attention: Be extremely careful when setting a hard disk password. If you forget the hard disk password, a 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. Step 1. Open the UEFI/BIOS setup utility. Step 2. Select Security ➙ Set Hard Disk Password and press Enter.
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Chapter 4. Help and support Frequently asked questions How do I partition my storage drive? Refer to https://support.lenovo.com/solutions/ht503851 What should I do if my computer stops responding. Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. Then restart the computer. 1. Carefully unplug the ac power adapter and turn off the computer immediately. The more quickly you stop the current from passing through the computer the more likely you will reduce damage from short circuits.
Resources How to access? Use Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager to: • Download and install the latest drivers and firmware. • Configure hardware settings Use Windows Search. • Diagnose computer hardware problems. • Check the computer warranty status. Product documentation: • Generic Safety and Compliance Notices 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com. • Safety and Warranty Guide 2. Detect your computer or select computer model manually. • Setup Guide • This User Guide 3.
CRUs for your product model The table below lists the CRUs and CRU types that are defined for your product model. Part Self-service CRU Power cord X ac power adapter X Lenovo Digital Pen* X Lenovo pen holder* X Optional-service CRU *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.
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.
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.
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Appendix A. Notices and trademarks Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local 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 performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment. Therefore, the result obtained in other operating environments may vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary.
