Lenovo 90VJ000BUS User manual

IdeaCentre 5i (14L, 8)
User Guide

Read this first
Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
fo owing:
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
• Setup Guide
First Edition (October 2022)
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Contents
Abo t this doc mentation . . . . . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet yo r comp ter. . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 3
USB specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter 2. Get started with yo r
comp ter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Work with Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Windows he p information . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connect an externa disp ay . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Manage cab es with a smart cab e c ip . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 3. Explore yo r comp ter . . . 9
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Lenovo Vantage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Set the power p an . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to a B uetooth-enab ed device (for
se ected mode s) . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Use the optica drive (for se ected mode s) . . 12
Use a media card (for se ected mode s) . . . . 12
Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 4. CRU replacement . . . . . 13
CRU ist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Remove or rep ace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Computer cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Front beze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Optica drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Optica drive bracket . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Storage drive bracket . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Storage drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Memory modu e . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
M.2 so id-state drive and heat sink . . . . . 22
Heat sink assemb y . . . . . . . . . . . 24
PCI Express card . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Power supp y assemb y . . . . . . . . . . 26
Chapter 5. Help and s pport . . . . . 27
Frequent y asked questions . . . . . . . . . . 27
Se f-he p resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Ca Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 29
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 29
Purchase additiona services. . . . . . . . . . 30
Appendix A. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Abo t this doc mentation
• This guide app ies to the Lenovo product mode s isted be ow. I ustrations in this guide may ook s ight y
different from your product mode .
Model name Machine types (MT)
IdeaCentre 5 14IRB8 90VJ, 90VK
• For further comp iance information, refer to the Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https://
pcsupport. enovo.com/docs/generic_notices.
• Depending on the mode , some optiona accessories, features, and software programs might not be
avai ab e on your computer.
• Depending on the version of the operating systems and programs, some user interface instructions might
not be app icab e to your computer.
• Documentation content is subject to change without notice. Lenovo makes constant improvements to the
documentation of your computer, inc uding this User Guide. To get the atest documentation, go to https://
pcsupport. enovo.com.
• Microsoft® makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update.
As a resu t, some information in this documentation might become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources
for the atest information.
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Chapter 1. Meet yo r comp ter
Front
1. Optica drive eject button* 2. Optica drive activity indicator*
3. Power button 4. Headset connector
5. USB-C® connector (USB 3.2 Gen 1) 6. USB 3.2 connectors Gen 1 (2)
* for se ected mode s
Power indicator
Show the system status of your computer.
• On: The computer is on.
• Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode.
• Blinking: The computer is in s eep mode.
Related topics
• “Use the optica drive (for se ected mode s)” on page 12.
• “Use a media card (for se ected mode s)” on page 12.
• “USB specifications” on page 3.
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Rear
1. Audio ine-out connector 2. HDMITM 1.4 connector
3. VGA-out connector 4. USB 2.0 connectors
5. PCI Express card area 6. Power cord connector
7. Ethernet connector 8. Pad ock oop
9. Security- ock s ot
Related topics
• “USB specifications” on page 3.
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Feat res and specifications
For detai ed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref. enovo.com.
Hardware To view the hardware information of your computer, type device manager in the
Windows search box and then press Enter.
Power s pply • 260-watt automatic vo tage-sensing power supp y
• 310-watt automatic vo tage-sensing power supp y
Adaptability for power s pply
• Main and China: 220 V±22 V, 50 Hz±1 Hz
• Adaptive vo tage positioning: 90 V to 264 V, 50/60 Hz
• With vo tage se ection switch: 90 V to 264 V, 50 Hz±1 Hz
Microprocessor To view the microprocessor information of your computer, type system
information in the Windows search box and then press Enter.
Memory Doub e data rate 4 (DDR4) dua in- ine memory modu e (DIMM)
Storage device
• Hard disk drive
• So id-state drive
To view the storage drive capacity of your computer, type disk management in the
Windows search box and then press Enter.
Note: The storage drive capacity indicated by the system is ess than the nomina
capacity.
Expansion
• 2 DDR4 DIMM s ots
• 2 M.2 PCIe s ots (1 for WIFI&BT; 1 for PCIe Gen4 SSD)
• 3.5-inch hard disk drive bay
• PCI Express s ots (1 for PCIe Gen4 x16; 1 for PCIe x1)
Network feat res
• B uetooth
• Ethernet LAN
• Wire ess LAN
USB specifications
Note: Depending on the mode , some USB connectors might not be avai ab e on your computer.
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Connector name Description
• USB 2.0 connector
•USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 or
USB 3.2 connector Gen 2
Connect USB-compatib e devices, such as a USB
keyboard, USB mouse, USB storage device, or USB
printer.
• USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector
•USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector
•Thunderbo t 3 connector (USB-C)
•Thunderbo t 4 connector (USB-C)
• Charge USB-C compatib e devices with the output
vo tage and current of 5 V and 3 A.
• Connect to an externa disp ay:
– USB-C to VGA: 1900 x 1200 pixe s, 60 Hz
– USB-C to DP: 3840 x 2160 pixe s, 60 Hz
• Connect to USB-C accessories to he p expand your
computer functiona ity. To purchase USB-C
accessories, go to https://www. enovo.com/accessories.
Statement on USB transfer rate
Depending on many factors such as the processing capabi ity of the host and periphera devices, fi e
attributes, and other factors re ated to system configuration and operating environments, the actua transfer
rate using the various USB connectors on this device wi vary and wi be s ower than the data rate isted
be ow for each corresponding device.
USB device Data rate (Gbit/s)
3.2 Gen 1 / 3.1 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 / 3.1 Gen 2 10
3.2 Gen 2 × 2 20
Thunderbo t 3 (USB-C) 40
Thunderbo t 4 (USB-C) 40
Operating environment
Temperat re
• Operating: From 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F)
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• Storage or transportation:
– For common desktop computers: From -40°C (-40°F) to 60°C (140°F)
– For a -in-one desktop computers: From -20°C (-4°F) to 60°C (140°F)
Relative h midity
• Operating: 20%-80% (non-condensing)
• Storage: 10%–90% (non-condensing)
Altit de
• Operating: -15.2 m (-50 ft) to 3048 m (10,000 ft)
• Storage: -15.2 m (-50 ft) to 12192m (40,000 ft)
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Chapter 2. Get started with yo r comp ter
Work with Windows
The fo owing tab e contains Windows frequent y used settings. You can earn the basics and start working
with Windows right away.
To configure settings, type the corresponding keywords in the Windows search box and se ect the best
match. Fo ow the on-screen instructions to customize settings.
Table 1. Basic settings
F nctions Descriptions Search by
keywords
Contro Pane View or change Windows settings, inc uding hardware and software setup
and configuration.
Contro Pane
Connect to Wi-Fi
networks
For mode s with a wire ess LAN modu e, you can connect your computer to
a Wi-Fi® network. C ick the network icon in the Windows notification area,
and then se ect a network for connection.
Note: The wire ess LAN modu e on your computer may support different
standards. For some countries or regions, use of 802.11ax may be disab ed
according to oca regu ations.
Wi-Fi
Connect to wired
networks
For mode s with an Ethernet (RJ-45) connector, you can use an Ethernet
cab e to connect your computer to a wired network.
—
Airp ane mode Airp ane mode is a convenient setting to turn a wire ess communications of
your computer on and off. You may need to turn it on when boarding an
airp ane.
Airp ane mode
Night ight mode Night ight is a switch in Windows that you can turn on and off. When it is
turned on, your screen shows warmer co ors and the amount of emitted
b ue ight is reduced. Enab ing night ight reduces the chances of deve oping
eye fatigue or eye strain.
Note: For more guidance on reducing eye fatigue or eye strain, go to
https://www. enovo.com/us/en/comp iance/visua -fatigue.
Night ight
Adjust co or
temperature
If night ight mode is turned on, you can adjust the co or temperature of the
screen.
Note: Se ected Lenovo computers are ow b ue ight certified. These
computers are tested with night ight turned on and co or temperature set to
the defau t va ue of 48.
Night ight
Windows
Updates
Microsoft periodica y re eases feature and security updates to the Windows
operating system. Updates that are app icab e to your Windows version are
down oaded automatica y when your computer is connected to the
Internet. When updates are down oaded, you are prompted to restart the
computer to insta these updates. You can a so manua y check if there are
avai ab e updates for the insta ed version of Windows.
Attention: On y use Windows Update to down oad and insta updates.
Updates down oaded from other sources may inc ude security risks.
Windows Updates
Windows help information
If the on-screen instructions cannot so ve your prob em, refer to the fo owing to get the on ine Windows he p
information.
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• Type Get He p or Tips in the Windows search box and then press Enter. When the app opens, type the
prob em description and se ect the matched resu t.
• Visit Microsoft support Web site: https://support.microsoft.com. Enter what you are ooking for in the
search box and get search resu ts.
Connect an external display
Connect a projector or a monitor to your computer to give presentations or expand your workspace.
Connect a wireless display
Ensure that both your computer and the wire ess disp ay support Miracast®.
Press the Windows and K Keys, and then se ect a wire ess disp ay to connect.
Change display settings
To change disp ay settings, type display settings in the Windows search box and then press Enter.
Manage cables with a smart cable clip
Note: You can purchase a smart cab e c ip from Lenovo.
To manage cab es of devices (such as the keyboard and the mouse) with a smart cab e c ip:
1. Pu the cab es through the dents in the c ip.
2. Insta the c ip as shown.
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Chapter 3. Explore yo r comp ter
Lock the comp ter
Note: Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, qua ity, or performance of
the ocking device and security feature. You can purchase computer ocks from Lenovo.
Padlock
Locking the computer cover through a pad ock prevents unauthorized access to the inside of your computer.
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Kensington-style cable lock
Lock your computer to a desk, tab e, or other fixtures through a Kensington-sty e cab e ock.
Lenovo Vantage
The preinsta ed Lenovo Vantage is a customized one-stop so ution to he p you maintain your computer with
automated updates and fixes, configure hardware settings, and get persona ized support.
Access Lenovo Vantage
Type Lenovo Vantage in the search box and then press Enter.
To down oad the atest version of Lenovo Vantage, go to Microsoft Store and search by the app name.
Key feat res
Lenovo Vantage enab es you to:
• Know the device status easi y and customize device settings.
• Down oad and insta UEFI BIOS, firmware and driver updates to keep your computer up-to-date.
• Monitor your computer hea th, and secure your computer against outside threats.
• Scan your computer hardware and diagnose hardware prob ems.
• Look up warranty status (on ine).
• Access User Guide and he pfu artic es.
Notes:
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• The avai ab e features vary depending on the computer mode .
• 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 actua user interface.
Set the power plan
For ENERGY STAR® comp iant computers, the fo owing power p an takes effect when your computers have
been id e for a specified duration:
• turn off the disp ay: After 10 minutes
• put the computer to s eep: After 25 minutes
To awaken the computer from S eep mode, press any key on your keyboard.
To change or customize a power p an:
1. Type power plan in the Windows search box and then press Enter.
2. Customize a power p an of your preference.
Transfer data
Quick y share your fi es using the bui t-in B uetooth techno ogy among devices with the same features. You
a so can insta a disc or media card to transfer data.
Connect to a Bl etooth-enabled device (for selected models)
You can connect a types of B uetooth-enab ed devices to your computer, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a
smartphone, or speakers. To ensure that the connection is successfu , p ace the devices 10 meters (33 feet),
at most, from the computer.
1. C ick the action center icon in the Windows notification area. Enab e the B uetooth feature.
2. C ick the b uetooth options to add a b uetooth device, and then fo ow the on-screen instructions.
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Use the optical drive (for selected models)
If your computer has an optica drive, read the fo owing information.
Know the type of yo r optical drive
To view the type of the optica driver, type device manager in the Windows search box and then press Enter.
Install or remove a disc
1. With the computer on, press the eject button on the optica drive. The tray s ides out of the drive.
2. Insert a disc into the tray or remove a disc from the tray, and then push the tray back into the drive.
Note: If the tray does not s ide out of the drive when you press the eject button, turn off the computer. Then,
insert a straightened paper c ip into the emergency-eject ho e adjacent to the eject button. Use the
emergency eject on y in an emergency.
Record a disc
1. Insert a recordab e disc into the optica drive that supports recording.
2. Do one of the fo owing:
• Open Windows Media P ayer.
• Doub e-c ick the ISO fi e.
3. Fo ow the on-screen instructions.
Use a media card (for selected models)
If your computer has a SD-card s ot, read the fo owing information.
Install a media card
1. Locate the SD-card s ot.
2. Ensure that the meta contacts on the card are facing the ones in the SD-card s ot. Insert the card firm y
into the SD-card s ot unti it is secured in p ace.
Remove a media card
Attention: Before removing a media card, eject the card from the Windows operating system first.
Otherwise, data on the card might get corrupted or ost.
To remove a media card, type remove hardware and eject media in the Windows search box and then press
Enter.
P rchase accessories
Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to he p expand the capabi ities of your
computer. Options inc ude memory modu es, storage devices, network cards, power adapters, keyboards,
mice, and more.
To shop at Lenovo, go to https://pcsupport. enovo.com/warrantyupgrade.
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Chapter 4. CRU replacement
Customer Rep aceab e Units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or rep aced by the customer. Lenovo
computers contain the fo owing types of CRUs:
• Self-service CRUs: Refer to parts that can be insta ed or rep aced easi y by customer themse ves or by
trained service technicians at an additiona cost.
• Optional-service CRUs: Refer to parts that can be insta ed or rep aced by customers with a greater ski
eve . Trained service technicians can a so provide service to insta or rep ace the parts under the type of
warranty designated for the customer’s machine.
If you intend on insta ing the CRU, Lenovo wi ship the CRU to you. CRU information and rep acement
instructions are shipped with your product and are avai ab e from Lenovo at any time upon request. You
might be required to return the defective part that is rep aced by the CRU. When return is required: (1) return
instructions, a prepaid shipping abe , and a container wi be inc uded with the rep acement CRU; and (2) you
might be charged for the rep acement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective CRU within thirty (30)
days of your receipt of the rep acement CRU. For fu detai s, see the Lenovo Limited Warranty
documentation at:
https://www. enovo.com/warranty/ w_02
CRU list
The fo owing is the CRU ist of your computer.
Self-service CRUs
• Keyboard*
• Mouse*
• Computer cover
• Front beze
• M.2 so id-state drive
• M.2 so id-state drive heat sink
• Memory modu e
• Optica drive*
• Power cord
• Screw kit
• Storage drive
• Storage drive bracket
• Storage drive rubber
Optional-service CRUs
• Heat sink assemb y
• PCI Express card
• PCI Express card ho der
• PCI Express card bracket
• Power supp y
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* for se ected mode s
Remove or replace a CRU
This section provides instructions on how to remove or rep ace a CRU.
Power cord
Prereq isite
Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the fo owing instructions.
Before you remove the power cord, turn off the computer and wait severa minutes unti the computer is coo .
Note: Do not remove the power cord when the computer is connected to ac power. Otherwise, there might
be a risk of short circuits.
Removal steps
1. Turn off the computer and remove a connected devices and cab es.
2. Remove the power cord.
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