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  • Page 1 IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...
  • Page 2 • Setup Guide First Edition (December 2022) © Copyright Lenovo 2022. 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

    Transfer data ....Call Lenovo ....Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device (for Before you contact Lenovo .
  • Page 4 IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 5: About This Documentation

    About this documentation • This guide applies to the Lenovo product model listed below. Illustrations in this guide may look slightly different from your product model. Model name Machine type (MT) IdeaCentre 3 07IRB8 90VT • For further compliance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https:// pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices...
  • Page 6 IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    • Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode. • Blinking rapidly: The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode. • Blinking slowly: The computer is in sleep mode. Related topics • “Use a media card (for selected models)” on page 12. © Copyright Lenovo 2022...
  • Page 8 • “USB specifications” on page 4. • “Use the optical drive (for selected models)” on page 11. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 9: Rear

    Rear 1. Padlock loop 2. Security-lock slot 3. Power cord connector 4. USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 5. USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 (with smart power on) 6. USB 2.0 connectors (2) 7. Ethernet connector 8. VGA-out connector 9. HDMI 2.1 TMDS out connector 10.

  • Page 10: Features And Specifications

    • 3.5–inch hard disk drive bay • Bluetooth Network features • Ethernet LAN • Wireless LAN * for selected models USB specifications Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...
  • Page 11 • Charge USB-C compatible devices with the output voltage and current of 5 V and 3 A. • Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your computer functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories • USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector • USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector •...

  • Page 12: Operating Environment

    – For all-in-one desktop computers: From -20°C (-4°F) to 60°C (140°F) Relative humidity • Operating: 20%-80% (non-condensing) • Storage: 10%–90% (non-condensing) Altitude • Operating: -15.2 m (-50 ft) to 3048 m (10,000 ft) • Storage: -15.2 m (-50 ft) to 12192 m (40,000 ft) IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    If night light mode is turned on, you can adjust the color temperature of the temperature screen. Note: Selected Lenovo computers are low blue light certified. These computers are tested with night light turned on and color temperature set to the default value of 48.

  • Page 14: Connect An External Display

    Ensure that both your computer and the wireless display support Miracast Press the Windows and K Keys, and then select a wireless display to connect. Change display settings To change display settings, type display settings in the Windows search box and then press Enter. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 15: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    Chapter 3. Explore your computer Lock the computer (for selected models) Note: Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of the locking device and security feature. You can purchase computer locks from Lenovo. Padlock Locking the computer cover through a padlock prevents unauthorized access to the inside of your computer.

  • Page 16: Lenovo Vantage

    Access Lenovo Vantage Type Lenovo Vantage in the search box and then press Enter. To download the latest version of Lenovo Vantage, go to Microsoft Store and search by the app name. Key features Lenovo Vantage enables you to: •...

  • Page 17: Transfer Data

    • The available features vary depending on the computer model. • Lenovo Vantage makes periodic updates of the features to keep improving your experience with your computer. The description of features might be different from that on your actual user interface.

  • Page 18: Use A Media Card (For Selected Models)

    To remove a media card, type remove hardware and eject media in the Windows search box and then press Enter. Purchase accessories Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to help expand the capabilities of your computer. Options include memory modules, storage devices, network cards, power adapters, keyboards, mice, and more.

  • Page 19: Chapter 4. Cru Replacement

    If you intend on installing the 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 20: Remove Or Replace A Cru

    Removal steps 1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. 2. Remove the power cord. Computer cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 21: Front Bezel

    Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. For access, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. 2. Unlock any locking device that secures the computer cover. 3.

  • Page 22: Card Reader

    Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 14. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 23: Optical Drive

    2. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 15. 3. Disconnect the card reader cable from the system board. Removal steps Optical drive Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.

  • Page 24: Optical Drive Bezel

    For access, do the following: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 14. 2. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 15. 3. Remove the optical drive. See “Optical drive” on page 17. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...
  • Page 25 Replacing steps Chapter 4 CRU replacement...

  • Page 26: Optical Drive Bracket

    Optical drive bracket Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 27: Storage Drive

    Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 14. 2. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 15. 3.
  • Page 28 2. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 15. 3. Remove the optical drive. See “Optical drive” on page 17. 4. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the storage drive. Replacing steps IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 29: M.2 Solid-State Drive

    M.2 solid-state drive Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. Chapter 4 CRU replacement...
  • Page 30 • “Storage drive” on page 21 Removal steps Note: If the card is held in place by retaining latch, press the latch as shown to disengage the latch. Then, gently remove the card from the slot. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 31: Memory Module

    Memory module Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. Ensure that you follow the installation order for memory modules shown in the following illustration. For access, remove the following parts in order: •...

  • Page 32: Heat Sink

    • “Computer cover” on page 14. Removal steps Notes: • Carefully remove the screws from the system board to avoid any possible damage to the system board. The screws cannot be removed from the heat sink. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 33: Coin-Cell Battery

    • Gently twist the heat sink to free it from the microprocessor. • Do not touch the thermal grease while handling the heat sink. Coin-cell battery Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.

  • Page 34: Power Supply Assembly

    Keep fingers and other parts of your body away from hazardous, moving parts. If you suffer an injury, seek medical care immediately. Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...
  • Page 35 Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. For access, do the following: 1.
  • Page 36 IdeaCentre 3 User Guide...

  • Page 37: Chapter 5. Help And Support

    Where can I get the latest device • Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager drivers and UEFI/BIOS? • Lenovo Support Web site at https://support.lenovo.com...
  • Page 38 Use Lenovo Vantage to: • Configure device settings. • Download and install UEFI BIOS, drivers and firmware updates. Type Lenovo Vantage in the search box and then press • Secure your computer from outside threats. Enter. • Diagnose hardware problems.

  • Page 39: Call Lenovo

    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. Record the problem symptoms and details: •...

  • Page 40: Purchase Additional Services

    • 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. • Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold.

  • Page 41: Appendix A. Notices And Trademarks

    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 42 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. Lenovo may update this document at any time without notice.

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