Background

The Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL targets students, offering a more affordable option in its Campus Edition. This laptop features a 15.60-inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, utilizing IPS technology for clear visuals. It operates on Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64 Bit, powered by an Intel Cannon Lake-U chipset, and includes a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics card for enhanced performance. The configuration is complemented with 12 GB of RAM and a fast SSD for storage, ensuring efficient operation for educational and multimedia tasks. Its design is noted for being slim and incorporating an aluminum case, with a high-contrast, bright display adding to its appeal. Additionally, the laptop is designed for easy maintenance, allowing access to internal components such as the fans, battery, SSD, Wi-Fi module, and RAM with the use of a Torx screwdriver. For user convenience, it includes features like a webcam with a shutter, an optional fingerprint sensor, and fast charging capability that can recharge the battery to 50% in about 30 to 40 minutes.

Technical Specifications

  • Display: 15.60 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 141 PPI, IPS, glossy: no
  • Mainboard: Intel Cannon Lake-U PCH-LP Premium
  • Soundcard: Intel Cannon Lake-LP - cAVS
  • Connections: 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 HDMI, Audio Connections: AMD/Intel, Card Reader: Full SD, 1 Fingerprint Reader
  • Networking: Intel Wireless-AC 9560 (Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5), Bluetooth 4.2
  • Size: height x width x depth (in mm): 19.1 x 358 x 245
  • Battery: 70 Wh Lithium-Ion, Battery runtime: 15 h
  • Charging: fast charging / Quickcharge
  • Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64 Bit
  • Camera: Webcam: 720p HD with IR camera, Primary Camera: 1 MPix
  • Weight: 1.876 kg, Power Supply: 455 g

Warranty

The Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL comes with a 24-month warranty for the device itself and a 12-month warranty for the battery. This warranty includes a depot (bring-in) service, which also covers free pick-up and return. To claim the warranty, ensure that the issue falls under warranty coverage, then contact Lenovo's customer service for instructions on how to proceed with the claim, including where to send or bring your device for repair.

Lenovo IdeaPad S540 15 Hardware Maintenance Manual