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  • Page 1 X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...
  • Page 2 Generic Safety and Compliance Notices First Edition (March 2023) © Copyright Lenovo 2023. 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. GS-...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Windows label ....Chapter 4. Secure your computer Call Lenovo ....and information ... . 33 Before you contact Lenovo .
  • Page 4 Appendix A. Compliance Appendix B. Notices and information ....63 trademarks ....67 X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...

  • Page 5: Discover Your Lenovo Notebook

    Discover your Lenovo notebook ® Thank you for choosing a Lenovo notebook! We are dedicated to delivering the best solution to you. Before starting your tour, please read the following information: • Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.
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  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    Chapter 1. Meet your computer Front view ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 Description Description Item Item Webcam privacy shutter Infrared camera / Camera Microphone Power button with fingerprint reader ® TrackPoint pointing stick Speaker © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
  • Page 8 Description Description Item Item NFC (near field communication) mark* Trackpad TrackPoint buttons Touch screen * 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. Related topics •...
  • Page 9 ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 Description Description Item Item Webcam privacy shutter IR camera / Camera Microphones Power button with fingerprint reader ® TrackPoint pointing stick Speaker NFC (near field communication) mark Trackpad TrackPoint buttons Touch screen * for selected models Chapter 1 Meet your computer...
  • Page 10 Webcam privacy shutter Slide the webcam privacy shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy. Related topics • “Use the TrackPoint pointing device” on page 16 • “Use the trackpad” on page 17 •...

  • Page 11: Side View

    Side view ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 Description Description Item Item ® USB-C (Thunderbolt™ 4) power USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector connector Lenovo Integrated Pen USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector Nano-SIM-card tray Audio connector Always On USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector...
  • Page 12 • “Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)” on page 14 • “Connect to an external display” on page 20 • “Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (for ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 only)” on page 22 • “Charge the computer” on page 29 •...
  • Page 13 Related topics • “USB specifications” on page 11 • “Connect to a cellular network (for selected models)” on page 14 • “Connect to an external display” on page 20 • “Charge the computer” on page 29 • “Lock the computer” on page 33 Chapter 1 Meet your computer...

  • Page 14: Bottom View

    Bottom view ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 Description Description Item Item Emergency-reset hole Speaker Emergency-reset hole If the computer stops responding and you cannot turn it off by pressing the power button, reset your computer: 1.
  • Page 15 Note: Some Lenovo computers include a display that can be rotated 360 degrees. When those products are used as a tablet computer, the temperatures of all the accessible parts are within an acceptable range as defined in IEC 62368-1.

  • Page 16: Features And Specifications

    • Eye Comfort certified* • Face authentication* • User Presence Sensing* • Power button with fingerprint reader Security features • Lenovo View Privacy Guard • Lenovo View Privacy Alert • ePrivacy panel* • Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0* • Bluetooth •...

  • Page 17: Usb Specifications

    • Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your computer • USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https:// • USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector www.lenovo.com/accessories • USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) connector • USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector • USB-C (USB 4) connector Chapter 1...
  • Page 18 X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    Connect to the wired Ethernet To connect your computer to a local network, you need a Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter. Lenovo USB- C to Ethernet Adapter is available as an option and shipped with some computer models. If your computer is not shipped with this option, then you can purchase one separately from Lenovo at https://www.lenovo.com/...

  • Page 20: Connect To A Cellular Network (For Selected Models)

    Connect to a cellular network (for selected models) To connect a 4G or 5G cellular data network, you must have a wireless wide area network (WWAN) card and a nano-SIM card installed. The nano-SIM card might come with your computer by countries or regions. If no nano-SIM card is shipped, you will need to purchase one from authorized service carriers.

  • Page 21: Interact With Your Computer

    Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen. Use the keyboard shortcuts The special keys on the keyboard help you work more effectively. https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/videos/vid500145 Key / Key combination Function Invoke the special function printed as an icon on each key or standard function of F1–F12 function keys.

  • Page 22: Use The Trackpoint Pointing Device

    Key / Key combination Function Toggle keyboard backlight (for selected models) Break operation Pause operation Scroll contents Send system request Enter sleep mode To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button. Go to beginning Go to end 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.

  • Page 23: Use The Trackpad

    Use your finger to apply pressure to the pointing-stick nonslip cap in any direction parallel to the keyboard. The pointer on the screen moves accordingly. The higher the pressure applied, the faster the pointer moves. TrackPoint buttons The left-click button and right-click button correspond to the left and right buttons on a traditional mouse. Press and hold the dotted middle button while using your finger to applying pressure to the pointing stick in the vertical or horizontal direction.
  • Page 24 Description Description Item Item Right-click zone Left-click zone Use the touch gestures Illustration and description Illustration and description Tap twice quickly to display a shortcut menu. Tap once to select or open an item. Two-finger zoom in or zoom out. Scroll through items.

  • Page 25: Use The Touch Screen (For Selected Models)

    Use the touch screen (for selected models) If your computer display supports the multi-touch function, you can navigate the screen with simple touch gestures. For more touch gestures, refer to https://support.microsoft.com/windows Note: Some gestures might not be available when you are using certain apps. Illustration and description Illustration and description Tap once to single click...

  • Page 26: Connect To An External Display

    Illustration and description Illustration and description Swipe from the left: view all open windows (Windows 10) Swipe from the right: open action center (Windows 10) Swipe from the left: open widget panel (Windows 11) Swipe from the right: open notification center (Windows Drag Swipe downwards shortly: show title bar Swipe downwards: close the current app...

  • Page 27: Get To Know Yoga Modes (For Thinkpad X1 Yoga Gen 8 Only)

    You also can change the resolution and orientation. Get to know YOGA modes (for ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 only) Rotate the display to switch among different YOGA modes according to your preference. The keyboard and the pointing devices are automatically disabled in the stand mode, tent mode, and tablet mode.

  • Page 28: Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (For Thinkpad X1 Yoga Gen 8 Only)

    Tent mode Tablet mode Use Lenovo Integrated Pen (for ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 only) The garaged rechargeable electronic pen enables a more precise and easier way of writing and sketching. X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...
  • Page 29 Item Right-click button Eraser button Lenovo Integrated Pen is not waterproof. Keep the pen away from water and excessive moisture. To purchase Lenovo Integrated Pen, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories. Charge Lenovo Integrated Pen 1. Ensure that your computer is on or in sleep mode.
  • Page 30 X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...

  • Page 31: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    Chapter 3. Explore your computer Lenovo Commercial Vantage 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.
  • Page 32 – Background Removal: Conceal the background during a video call to keep the focus on you. – Auto-framing: Automatically keep your face centered in the video call when you move around. • Privacy – Privacy Alert: An alert icon appears on your computer screen when a shoulder surfer appears behind you.

  • Page 33: User Presence Sensing (For Selected Models)

    Notes: • The available features vary depending on the computer model. • 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.

  • Page 34: Intelligent Cooling

    – when your face is partially hidden by your clothing or mask. – when the camera recognizes the face image behind you. • The feature uses camera to detect your presence and recognize your face. Lenovo does not collect or store any personal data from the camera.

  • Page 35: Manage Power

    Note: Some models may 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...

  • Page 36: Change The Power Settings

    Use P-to-P 2.0 (Peer to Peer 2.0) charging function Both USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connectors on the computer feature the Lenovo-unique P-to-P 2.0 charging function. To use the function, ensure that Always On USB and Charge in Battery Mode are enabled in UEFI BIOS of your computers, so that the function works even when the computers are off or in hibernation mode.

  • Page 37: Transfer Data

    1. Go to Control Panel and view by Large icons or Small icons. 2. Click Power Options. 3. Choose or customize a power plan of your preference. To reset the power button function: 1. Go to Control Panel and view by Large icons or Small icons. 2.

  • Page 38: Purchase Accessories

    Purchase accessories Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to help expand the functionalities of your computer. Options include memory modules, storage devices, network cards, port replicators or docking stations, batteries, power adapters, keyboards, mice, and more.

  • Page 39: Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer And Information

    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 your fingerprint The fingerprint reader is integrated with the power button.

  • Page 40: Log In With Your Face Id (For Selected Models)

    3. Log in with your fingerprint. When the fingerprint reader indicator is solid green, tap your finger on the fingerprint reader for authentication. Associate your fingerprints with UEFI BIOS passwords You can associate your fingerprints with your power-on password and NVMe password. See “Associate your fingerprints with passwords (for selected models)”...

  • Page 41: Protect Data Against Power Loss (For Selected Models)

    PLP function enables your computer data to be saved timely. However, there is no guarantee that all data is saved in any situation. To check the type of your M.2 solid-state drive: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F10 to enter the Lenovo diagnostics window.

  • Page 42: Set, Change, And Remove A Password

    5. In the Changes have been saved window, press Enter. 6. Press F10 to save changes and exit the UEFI BIOS menu. • If you have not set a supervisor password, contact a Lenovo authorized service provider to have the power-on password removed.

  • Page 43: Associate Your Fingerprints With Passwords (For Selected Models)

    Lenovo cannot reset your passwords or recover data from the storage drive. You can contact a 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.

  • Page 44: Certificate Based Bios Management

    But the power-on password / hard disk password / NVMe password still can be used normally in certificate mode if you have set one. For certificate enrollment, see Certificate Enrollment Guide at: https://support.lenovo.com/docs/certificate_ enrollment_guide Enter the BIOS menu with certificate Once you have enrolled the certificate, you can enter the BIOS menu with the certificate.
  • Page 45 Note: If you choose to authenticate without the QR code, save the request data in a USB key and send the request data to IT admin by e-mail or phone. 3. Enter the unlock code provided by IT admin and click OK. Notes: •...
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  • Page 47: Chapter 5. Configure Advanced Settings

    View UEFI BIOS Event logs The UEFI BIOS Event log viewer provides the brief information about UEFI BIOS events. Do the following to view the logs: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. © Copyright Lenovo 2023...

  • Page 48: Customize Bios Defaults

    2. Select Main ➙ BIOS Event log. Then, press Enter. The UEFI BIOS Event log interface is displayed. 3. Navigate the interface by pressing the following keys, and then check details by selecting each item. • ↑↓: Move keyboard focus •...

  • Page 49: Detect Memory Retraining (For Intel Models Only)

    Save the customized settings configuration 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu. 2. Select Restart ➙ Save Custom Defaults. 3. Click Yes to save the settings configuration you customized. Load the customized settings configuration 1.

  • Page 50: Recover The Uefi Bios

    • Go to and select the entry for your computer. Then, follow the on-screen https://pcsupport.lenovo.com instructions to download and install the latest UEFI BIOS update package. Note: During the UEFI BIOS update process, MRC change might cause memory retraining. Memory retraining is a process to initialize the memory module and run diagnostic tests for the memory module in your computer.

  • Page 51: Install A Windows Operating System And Drivers

    Windows operating system. Before installing a particular Windows version, check the compatibility list for the Windows version. For details, go to https:// support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/windows-support Attention: • It is recommended that you update your operating system through official channels. Any unofficial update might cause security risks.
  • Page 52 • 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. X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...

  • Page 53: Chapter 6. Cru Replacement

    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.

  • Page 54: Replace A Cru

    4. If prompted by User Account Control (UAC), click Yes. 5. Clear the Turn on fast startup check box, and then click Save changes. To disable the built-in battery: 1. Restart your computer. When the logo screen is displayed, immediately press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu.

  • Page 55: Wireless Wan Card And Wireless Wan Card Bracket (For Selected Models)

    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.
  • Page 56 Removal procedure Type one: models with 4G wireless WAN card Type two: models with 5G wireless WAN card X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...
  • Page 57 Type three: models with wireless WAN bracket only Installation procedure You computer supports two types of wireless WAN card. • Type one: 4G wireless WAN card Note: Attach the bracket to the wireless WAN card . Insert the wireless WAN card and bracket into the slot at an angle of about 20 degrees , and pivot downward .

  • Page 58: M.2 Solid-State Drive And Bracket

    2. Insert the wireless WAN card into the slot at an angle of about 20 degrees , and pivot downward Install the screw to secure the wireless WAN card. . Ensure you connect the blue cable to connector, the black with grey cable to connector, the white cable to connector, and the orange cable to...
  • Page 59 When handling the M.2 solid-state drive, remove or insert the M.2 solid-state drive horizontally. Otherwise the slot might get damaged. When handling the M.2 solid-state drive, observe the following guidelines: • Replace the M.2 solid-state drive only for repair. The M.2 solid-state drive is not designed for frequent changes or replacement.
  • Page 60 X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...

  • Page 61: Chapter 7. Help And Support

    • From the Vantage app. See “Install a Windows operating system and drivers” Where can I get the latest device on page 45 and “Update UEFI BIOS” on page 44. drivers and UEFI BIOS? • Download from Lenovo Support Web site at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com © Copyright Lenovo 2023...

  • Page 62: Error Messages

    Error messages 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 60. Message Solution The computer turned off because the battery power is low.

  • Page 63: Beep Errors

    Beep errors Lenovo SmartBeep technology enables you to decode beep errors with your smartphone when a black screen occurs with beeps from your computer. To decode the beep error with Lenovo SmartBeep technology: 1. Go to or scan the following QR Code.

  • Page 64: Self-Help Resources

    How to access? • https://www.lenovo.com/tips Troubleshooting and FAQ • https://forums.lenovo.com Accessibility information https://www.lenovo.com/accessibility • Use Lenovo recovery options. 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/ HowToCreateLenovoRecovery 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. • Use Windows recovery options. Reset or restore Windows 1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com...

  • Page 65: Windows Label

    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. Before you contact Lenovo Prepare the following before you contact Lenovo: 1.

  • Page 66: Lenovo Customer Support Center

    • 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.

  • Page 67: Purchase Additional Services

    • Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of programs For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that apply to your Lenovo hardware product, go to: •...
  • Page 68 X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...
  • Page 69 China only / for India only Further compliance information related to your product is available at https://www.lenovo.com/compliance Locate the UltraConnect wireless antennas Your computer has an UltraConnect™ wireless antenna system. You can enable wireless communication wherever you are. © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
  • Page 70 The following illustration shows the antenna locations on ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8: Wireless LAN antenna (auxiliary) Wireless LAN antenna (main) Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO1)* Wireless WAN antenna (main)* Wireless WAN antenna (auxiliary)* Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO2)* * for selected models...
  • Page 71 The following illustration shows the antenna locations on ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11: Wireless LAN antenna (main and auxiliary) Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO1)* Wireless WAN antenna (main)* Wireless WAN antenna (auxiliary)* Wireless WAN antenna (MIMO2)* * for selected models Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization) 3048 m (10 000 ft) Temperature...
  • Page 72 X1 Carbon Gen 11 and X1 Yoga Gen 8 User Guide...
  • Page 73 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 functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
  • Page 74 Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. This document is copyrighted by Lenovo and is not covered by any open source license, including any ® Linux agreement(s) which may accompany software included with this product.

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