# Thinkpad S540

This page outlines installation tips for Archlinux on the Lenovo Thinkpad S540, and tips on getting the best setup, and known cavaets.

## Installation

### Before Installation

In the BIOS (press enter when the Lenovo Logo appears on screen):

- Disable Secure Boot
- Set Boot type to either Both (Legacy First) or Legacy Only (UEFI Installation has yet to be successful)

### During Installation

By default the system won't boot due to issues with the intel video chip.

Edit `/etc/default/grub` and change `GRUB_CMDLINE_LINUX` to the value `"intel.modeset=0"` and re-run `grub-mkconfig`. This will fix the video bug.

## Known Cavaets

Currently known cavets with Arch Linux on the s540 are:

- Touch screen sometimes doesn't re-activate after system is placed in sleep mode (requires reboot)
- Default soft-buttons on the touch pad don't match the markings.This page outlines installation tips for Archlinux on the Lenovo Thinkpad S540, and tips on getting the best setup, and known cavaets.

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