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TrackPoint Three Buttons * for selected models Webcam privacy shutter Slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
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Related topics • “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 15 • “Use the Trackpad” on page 17 • “Use the touch screen (for selected models)” on page 20 • “Log in with fingerprint recognition” on page 35 • “Log in with facial recognition” on page 36 •...
Ethernet connector ® USB-A connector (USB 5Gbps) Smart-card slot* USB-A connector (USB 5Gbps, Always Audio connector On USB) ® USB-C power connector HDMI™ connector (Thunderbolt™ 4) * for selected models ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
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ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 Description Description Item Item Security-lock slot Ethernet connector USB-A connector (USB 5Gbps) Nano-SIM-card tray* Smart-card slot* Audio connector USB-A connector (USB 5Gbps, Always USB-C power connector (Thunderbolt 4) On USB) HDMI connector * for selected models Note: For more information about the USB connector name update, see Appendix B “Notice for USB connector name update”...
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• “Connect to an external display” on page 23 • “Manage power” on page 31 • “Use a smart card (for selected models)” on page 33 • “Lock the computer” on page 35 ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
Bottom view Have a quick glance at the bottom part of your computer. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 Description Description Item Item Emergency-reset hole Speaker Chapter 1 Meet your computer...
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2. Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole to cut off power supply temporarily. 3. Connect your computer to ac power and then turn on your computer. Note: If your computer is still no response, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center to get further help.
• Display ratio: 16:10 • Display resolution: Display – ThinkPad P14s Gen 5: 1920 x 1200 pixels, 2560 x 1600 pixels or 3072 x 1920 pixels – ThinkPad P16s Gen 3:1920 x 1200 pixels or 3840 x 2400 pixels • Multi-touch technology* •...
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To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https:// www.lenovo.com/accessories • USB-C connector (Thunderbolt 3) • USB-C connector (Thunderbolt 4) • USB-C connector (USB4 40Gbps) • USB-C connector (DP Alt mode DP 2.1) ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
Click the network icon on the bottom right of your display to turn on Airplane mode. Note: You can enable Wi-Fi networks in this mode according to your actual needs. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
Connect to the wired Ethernet Connect your computer to a local network through the Ethernet connector on your computer with an Ethernet cable. Connect to a cellular network (for selected models of ThinkPad P16s Gen 3) To connect a 4G cellular data network, you must have a wireless wide area network (WWAN) module and a nano-SIM card installed.
Change power mode. For more information about power modes, see “Intelligent Cooling” on page 30. Print screen. Open Snipping Tool. ® Open Microsoft Phone Link. Customize the function of this key on the Vantage app. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
You can customize keyboard settings in Vantage app. To customize detailed settings, open the Vantage app, and then click Device ➙ Input & Accessories. For more keyboard shortcuts, go to https://support.lenovo.com/solutions/windows-support Use the TrackPoint pointing device The TrackPoint pointing device enables you to perform all the functions of a traditional mouse, such as pointing, clicking, and scrolling.
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Click TrackPoint settings and then follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings. Replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap Follow below illustration to replace the pointing-stick nonslip cap. Note: Ensure that the new red cap has grooves ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
Use the Trackpad You can use the Trackpad to perform all the pointing, clicking, and scrolling functions of a traditional mouse. It is ideal for you to use for occasions with high portability requirements, for example, business trips. Description Description Item Item Right-click zone...
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One finger taps once. Select an item. One finger taps twice. Open an item. Two fingers tap twice quickly. Display a shortcut menu. Two fingers stretch out. Zoom in. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
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To do this Gesture Two fingers pinch in. Zoom out. Two fingers slide horizontally or vertically. Scroll through items. Three-and-four-finger touch gestures To do this Gesture Three fingers tap once. Open search window. Four fingers tap once. Open notification center. Three- or four-finger swipes up.
• The touch screen is delicate. Do not apply pressure on the screen or touch the screen with anything hard or sharp. Otherwise, the touch panel might malfunction or get damaged. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
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One-finger touch gesture To do this Gesture Tap and hold. Open a shortcut menu. Swipe from the left. Open the widget panel. Swipe from the right. Open notification center. Two-finger touch gesture To do this Gesture Move two fingers towards. Zoom out.
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Restart the computer and check if the touch screen works normally. Step 4. If the touch screen cannot work normally, type Windows Update in the Windows search box and then press Enter. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
Step 7. If the touch screen still cannot work normally, the touch screen might get damaged. You can call Lenovo Customer Support Center to get further help. Connect to an external display Connect your computer to a projector or a monitor to give presentations or expand your workspace.
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Step 1. Right-click a blank area on the desktop and select Display settings. Step 2. Select the display that you want to configure and change display settings of your preference. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
This section introduces Lenovo apps that can enrich your computing experience and improve productivity. Lenovo Commercial Vantage (for selected models) The Lenovo Commercial Vantage app (hereafter referred to as Vantage app) is a customized one-stop solution to help you maintain your computer with automated updates and fixes, configure hardware settings, and get personalized support.
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– Privacy Alert: An alert icon appears on your computer screen when a shoulder surfer appears behind you. – Privacy Guard: Your screen becomes blurred when a shoulder surfer appears behind you. Press Alt +F2 to cancel the blur effect. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
• Some features might not be able to be used at the same time. • The Lenovo View app periodically updates features to improve your camera and video call experience. The feature description might be different from that on your actual user interface.
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The list provides options and one volume bar to test your microphone. • Voice typing You can convert the speech to text in the text box. Click START VOICE TYPING to invoke the text box. • Battery ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
If any color profile is lost or damaged, a window will be displayed to remind you to restore the color profiles. Click Yes in the window prompted, and the color profiles will be restored from Lenovo Cloud automatically. When the display has been replaced If your display has been replaced by a Lenovo-authorized service provider, follow the instructions to install new color profiles.
Step 3. Locate the Power mode section and select a preferred mode. Install the Intelligent Thermal Solution (ITS) drivers Follow the instructions to install the Intelligent Thermal Solution (ITS) drivers. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
Note: Some models might not ship with ac adapters or power cords. Use only the certified adapters and power cords provided by Lenovo that comply with the requirements of relevant national standards to charge the product. It is recommended to use the Lenovo qualified adapters. You can refer to https:// www.lenovo.com/us/en/compliance/eu-doc...
Charge your computer with P-to-P 2.0 charging function Both USB-C connectors (Thunderbolt 4) on the computer feature the Lenovo-unique P-to-P 2.0 (Peer to Peer 2.0) charging function. Note: The actual charging speed of your computer depends on many factors, such as the remaining battery power of the computers, the wattage of the ac power adapter, and whether you are using the computers.
• Turn off the display: After 3 minutes • Put the computer to sleep: After 5 minutes To change the power plan, the power button function and other settings, do the following: Step 1. Go to Control Panel and view by Large icons or Small icons. Step 2.
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Attention: Smart cards with slits are not supported. Do not insert such a smart card into the smart-card slot of your computer. Otherwise, the reader might get damaged. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
Note: The slot supports cable locks that conform to the Kensington NanoSaver lock standards using Cleat™ locking technology. You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking device and security feature. Lenovo is not responsible for the locking device and security feature. You can purchase the cable locks at https://smartfind.lenovo.com Log in with fingerprint recognition The fingerprint reader is integrated with the power button.
ID. Lock on leave function (for selected models) Your computer supports the lock on leave function with ultrasound-based human presence detection, providing added security and improving battery life. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
However, there is no guarantee that all data is saved in any situation. To check the type of your M.2 solid-state drive: Step 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F10 to enter the Lenovo diagnostics window. Step 2.
• Single Password When a Single NVMe password is set, the user must enter the user NVMe password to access files and applications on the storage drive. • Dual Password (User+Admin) ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
The system management password can also protect the system information stored in UEFI BIOS like a supervisor password, but it has lower authority by default. The system management password can be set through the UEFI BIOS menu or through Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) with the Lenovo client-management interface.
Lenovo-authorized service provider to have the storage drive replaced. A fee will be charged for parts and service. If the storage drive is a CRU (Customer Replaceable Unit), you can also contact Lenovo to purchase a new storage drive to replace the old one by yourself. To check whether the storage drive is a CRU and the relevant replacement procedure, see “CRU list”...
Step 2. When prompted, scan your finger on the fingerprint reader. Step 3. Enter your power-on password, NVMe password, or both as required. The association is established. When you start the computer again, you can use your fingerprints to log in to the computer without entering your Windows password, power-on password, or NVMe password.
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After your device is verified, the power-on process continues. Note: You should insert the FIDO2 USB device or enter the power-on password within 60 seconds. Otherwise, your computer will shut down automatically. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
Note: The Lenovo BIOS Simulator Center makes periodic updates of the settings. The UEFI BIOS simulator interface and description of settings might be different from that on your actual user interface. Customize BIOS Defaults The feature provides a solution to backup your preferred BIOS Setup settings.
If the UEFI BIOS is corrupted or maliciously attacked, it can self-recover and restore your computer from the last uncorrupted and secure backup. This function protects your computer data. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
During the UEFI BIOS self-recovery, the screen might be blank. You can check the progress based on blinking modes of the LED indicators on Esc, F1, and F4. For details, refer to the following table. Note: Do not press the power button to interrupt the progress. Wait a few minutes until the logo screen is displayed.
If the latest UEFI BIOS update package is available, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the package. From the Lenovo Support Web site Follow the instructions to update the UEFI BIOS from the Lenovo Support Web site. Step 1. Go to and select the entry for your computer.
• Go to and select the entry for your computer. Then, follow the on-screen https://pcsupport.lenovo.com instructions to download and install necessary drivers and software. • Apply Windows Update to get the latest updates, such as the security patches. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the necessary updates.
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If you intend on installing a CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You might be required to return the defective part that is replaced by the CRU.
For the removal procedure, refer to the built-in battery replacement instructions in this documentation. • For the non-CRUable built-in battery connected to the system board with comb connectors: Call Lenovo Customer Support Center for help. To check whether the built-in battery on your computer is a CRU, see the CRU list in Chapter 6 “CRU replacement”...
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5. Turn over the computer. Step 1. Remove the base cover assembly as shown below. Note: You might need a tool to pry up the base cover assembly. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 Chapter 6 CRU replacement...
The following information is only for the computer with user-installable modules. Ensure that you use only a Lenovo-authorized wireless module specifically tested for this computer model. Otherwise, the computer will generate an error-code beep sequence when you turn on the computer.
• Wireless WAN ready model identifies that product has preinstalled wireless WAN antennas and allows a user-installable wireless WAN module. • Only wireless WAN model or wireless WAN ready model is allowed to install the optional Lenovo wireless WAN module.
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4. Remove the base cover assembly. See “Base cover assembly” on page 50. Step 1. Remove the memory module as shown below. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 Step 2. Install the memory module as shown below. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 Memory module replacement might cause memory retraining. For details, see “Detect memory retraining” on page 45. M.2 solid-state drive and its bracket (for selected models) Follow the instructions to replace the M.2 solid-state drive.
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4. Remove the base cover assembly. See “Base cover assembly” on page 50. Step 1. Remove the solid-state drive and its bracket as shown below. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
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ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 Step 2. Install the solid-state drive and its bracket in reverse order. Chapter 6 CRU replacement...
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Scan the QR code on the base cover assembly to view the following information: • Your product information and warranty status • The latest Lenovo-verified drivers and software • Troubleshooting and diagnosing solutions when hardware or software issue is encountered •...
How do I access Control Panel? How do I turn off my computer? Open the Start menu and click Power. Then, click Shut down. How do I partition my storage https://support.lenovo.com/solutions/ht503851 drive? ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
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Question Solution 1. Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. Then, restart the computer. 2. If step 1 does not work: • For models with an emergency reset hole: Insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency reset hole to cut off power supply temporarily. Then, restart the computer with ac power connected.
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The test lasts for about 20 seconds and then exits automatically. You also can press the power button to exit the test. 2. Contact Lenovo for support and provide the test result. See “Call Lenovo” on page 68. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
If you see a message that is not included in the following table, record the error message first, then shut down the computer and call Lenovo for help. See “Lenovo Customer Support Center” on page 69. Message Solution The computer turned off because the battery power is low.
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• We recommend that you speak to our Customer Support Center before attempting to service the computer yourself so that you can be directed to the correct documentation and repair information. It might be recommended to have a Lenovo-authorized service provider repair your computer depending on the complexity of the error or fault.
Lenovo Memory Self Repair (for Intel models only) Lenovo Memory Self Repair (hereafter referred to as repair tool) enables you to repair memory single-bit or single-row failure with internal redundant resources. It is recommended that you use the repair tool in the following situations: •...
“Call Lenovo” on page 68 Diagnose and troubleshoot your computer This section provides introduction to a set of diagnostics and troubleshooting tools at Lenovo Support Web site, the Vantage app, and in your computer. They can help you diagnose common software and hardware issues.
Step 5. If any hardware failure is detected and you are unable to locate and resolve the problem, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center. See “Call Lenovo” on page 68. Recover your Windows operating system When you encounter some unexpected issues with your operating system, you can choose to recover your operating system by yourself or call Lenovo Customer Support Center.
In some cases, an earlier Windows version might be preinstalled under the terms of the Windows Pro edition license downgrade rights. Call Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
• Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.
Lenovo keyboards support various accessibility features. For example: – Tactile markings on some keys for easier identification Tactile markings provide all users with a way to find keys without looking at the keyboard. Lenovo provides bumps for the following keys: –...
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To learn how to use the TrackPoint pointing device, see “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 15 • Industry-standard connectors The industry-standard connectors on Lenovo products enable better compatibility with peripheral devices. Chapter 7...
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– Interaction features, such as speech and eye-control settings, make the product easier to control. To access the accessibility features of the Windows 11 operating system, go to Start ➙ Settings ➙ Accessibility. ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
This section provides certification-related information, such as product name and machine type. Product name Compliance ID Machine type(s) • TP00156A • TP00156A0 ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 21G2 and 21G3 • TP00156A1 • TP00156A2 • TP00157A • TP00157A0 ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 21KS and 21KT •...
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ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 Wireless LAN combo antenna (main and auxiliary) Wireless WAN antenna (main)* Wireless WAN antenna (auxiliary)* * for selected models Operating environment This section provides information about the operating environment of your computer. Maximum altitude (without pressurization) 3048 m (10 000 ft) Temperature •...
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Relative humidity • Operating: 8% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 23°C (73°F) • Storage and transportation: 5% to 95% at wet-bulb temperature 27°C (81°F) ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 3 User Guide...
Appendix B. Notice for USB connector name update The USB Implementers Forum published a revision of the guideline for USB connector names in September, 2022. Lenovo follows the revised guideline and updates USB connector names accordingly. You can refer to the table below for naming update details.
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