Manual for ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

Manual for ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 and ThinkPad E16 Gen 1

Brand: Lenovo

Category: Notebook Computer

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Available Languages: EN , ES

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8:47 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 2023-04-01

Warranty Information

Consult the Safety and Warranty Guide for warranty information.

  • Connect to networks (Wi-Fi and Ethernet).
  • Use keyboard shortcuts and pointing devices (TrackPoint, trackpad, touch screen).
  • Manage power settings and charge the computer.
  • Secure your computer with passwords and fingerprint/face ID.
  • Configure BIOS settings and replace CRUs.
  • Access help and support resources.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Message Solution
0190: Critical low-battery error The computer turned off because the battery power is low. Connect the ac power adapter to the computer and charge the batteries.
0191: System Security - Invalid remote change requested The system configuration change has failed. Confirm the operation and try again.
0199: System Security - Security password retry count exceeded. This message is displayed when you enter a wrong supervisor password more than three times. Confirm the supervisor password and try again.
0271: Check Date and Time settings. The date or the time is not set in the computer. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu and set the date and time.
210x/211x: Detection/Read error on HDDx/SSDX The storage drive is not working. Reinstall the storage drive. If the problem still exists, replace the storage drive.
Error: The non-volatile system UEFI variable storage is nearly full. Press F1 after the error message is displayed to enter the UEFI BIOS menu. A dialog asks for confirmation to clean up the storage. If you select "Yes", all data that were created by the operating system or programs will be deleted except global variables defined by the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface Specification. If you select "No", all data will be kept, but the operating system or programs will not be able to create, modify, or delete data in the storage.
Fan error. Press Esc to startup with limited performance. The thermal fan might not work correctly. After the error message is displayed, press Esc within five seconds to start up the computer with limited performance. Otherwise, the computer will shut down immediately. If the problem still exists when you starts up next time, have your computer serviced.
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