Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5i User manual

User Guide
IdeaCentre Gaming 5i (14L,6), IdeaCentre Creator 5i (14L,6) and
IdeaCentre Gaming 5 (14L,6)

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 (March 2021)
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Contents
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 3
USB specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 2. Get started with your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Access networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connect to the wired Ethernet . . . . . . . . 5
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . . . 5
Manage cab es with a smart cab e c ip . . . . . . . 5
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 3. Explore your computer . . . 9
Lenovo Vantage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Set the power p an . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connect to a B uetooth-enab ed device. . . . 10
Use a media card . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chapter 4. Trou leshooting,
diagnostics, and recovery . . . . . . . 13
Basic procedure for reso ving computer
prob ems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Troub eshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Startup prob ems . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Audio prob ems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Network prob ems . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Performance prob ems . . . . . . . . . . 18
Storage drive prob ems . . . . . . . . . . 19
Software prob ems . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Restore system fi es and settings to an ear ier
point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Restore your fi es from a backup . . . . . . 19
Reset your computer . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Use advanced options . . . . . . . . . . 20
Windows automatic recovery. . . . . . . . 20
Create and use a recovery USB device . . . . 20
Update the device driver . . . . . . . . . 21
Chapter 5. CRU replacement . . . . . 23
CRU ist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Remove or rep ace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Computer cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Front beze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
2.5-inch storage drive (for se ected mode s) . . 30
Storage drive bay . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3.5-inch storage drive . . . . . . . . . . 38
Storage drive rubber . . . . . . . . . . . 40
M.2 so id-state drive . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Memory modu es . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Microprocessor heatsink and fan assemb y . . 44
PCI-Express card . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
PCI-Express card ho der . . . . . . . . . 49
Coin-ce battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Power supp y assemb y . . . . . . . . . . 52
Chapter 6. Help and support . . . . . 55
Se f-he p resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Ca Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . . 56
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 56
Purchase additiona services. . . . . . . . . . 57
Appendix A. Accessi ility and
ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 59
Appendix B. Compliance
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Appendix C. Notices and
trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
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A out this documentation
• 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.
• 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 Gaming5 14IOB6 90RE
IC Creator 5 14IOB6 90RG
IdeaCentre Gaming5 14ACN6 90RW
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Chapter 1. Meet your computer
Front
1. Power button 2. Headset connector
3. USB-C® (3.2 Gen 1) connector 4. USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
5. USB 3.2 connector Gen 2 6. SD-card s ot*
* 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
• “USB specifications” on page 3.
• “Use a media card ” on page 10.
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Rear
1. Audio ine-out connector 2. HDMI™ 1.4 out connector*/HDMI™ 2.0 out connector
3. VGA-out connector 4. USB 2.0 connectors (4)
5. Ethernet connector 6. Wire ess antennas
7. PCI-Express card area 8. Power cord connector
9. Pad ock oop 10. Security- ock s ot
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Related topics
• “USB specifications” on page 3.
• “Connect to the wired Ethernet” on page 5.
• “Lock the computer” on page 6.
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Features and specifications
For detai ed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref. enovo.com.
Hardware configuration
1. Right-c ick the Start button to open the Start context menu.
2. C ick Device Manager. Type the administrator password or provide
confirmation if prompted.
Power supply
• 260-watt automatic vo tage-sensing power supp y**
• 310-watt automatic vo tage-sensing power supp y
• 380-watt automatic vo tage-sensing power supp y
Microprocessor To view the microprocessor information of your computer, right-c ick the Start
button and then c ick System.
Memory Doub e data rate 4 (DDR4) dua in- ine memory modu e (DIMM)
Storage device
To view the storage drive capacity of your computer, right-c ick the Start button to
open the Start context menu and then c ick Disk Management.
Note: The storage drive capacity indicated by the system is ess than the nomina
capacity.
Expansion
• SD card s ot*
• DDR4 DIMM s ots
• M.2 so id-state drive s ot (2280/2242)
• Storage drive bay (3.5-inch Storage drive bay)
• PCI Express s ots: PCIEx16 (1), PCIEx1 (1)
Network features
• B uetooth
• Gigabit Ethernet LAN
• Wire ess LAN
* for se ected mode s
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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
• 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 (G it/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
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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer
Access networks
This section he ps you access networks through connecting to a wired or wire ess network.
Connect to the wired Ethernet
Connect your computer to a oca network through the Ethernet connector on your computer with an
Ethernet cab e.
Connect to Wi-Fi networks
C ick the network icon in the Windows notification area, and then se ect a network for connection. Provide
required information, if needed.
Manage ca les with a smart ca le clip
Note: You can purchase a smart cab e c ip from Lenovo.
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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.
Lock the computer
Note: You are responsib e for eva uating, se ecting, and imp ementing the ocking device and security
feature. 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 ca le lock
Lock your computer to a desk, tab e, or other fixtures through a Kensington-sty e cab e ock.
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Chapter 3. Explore your computer
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
Open the Start menu and c ick Lenovo Vantage. You a so can type Lenovo Vantage in the search box.
To down oad the atest version of Lenovo Vantage, go to Microsoft Store and search by the app name.
Key features
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:
• 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 reset the power p an to achieve the best ba ance between performance and power saving:
1. Go to Control Panel and view by arge icons or sma icons.
2. C ick Power Options, and then choose or customize a power p an of your preference.
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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 Bluetooth-ena led device
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 Add Bluetooth or other device ➙ Bluetooth.
3. Se ect a B uetooth device, and then fo ow the on-screen instructions.
Use a media card
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.
1. C ick the triangu ar icon in the Windows notification area to show hidden icons. Then, right-c ick the
Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon.
2. Se ect the corresponding item to eject the card from the Windows operating system.
3. Press the card and remove it from your computer. Store the card safe y for future use.
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Purchase 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://www. enovo.com/accessories.
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Chapter 4. Trou leshooting, diagnostics, and recovery
This chapter provides so utions to reso ve computer prob ems. Use the basic procedure as a starting point
for reso ving computer prob ems.
Basic procedure for resolving computer pro lems
Prerequisite
Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the fo owing instructions.
1. Check that:
a. The cab es for a connected devices are connected correct y and secure y.
b. A components have been reassemb ed correct y.
c. A connected devices that require ac power are connected to proper y grounded and working
e ectrica out ets.
d. A connected devices are enab ed in UEFI BIOS.
2. Use an antivirus program (if any) to see if the computer has been infected by a virus. If the program
detects a virus, remove the virus.
3. See Chapter 4 “Troub eshooting, diagnostics, and recovery” on page 13 to reso ve the prob em you are
experiencing, run the diagnostic program, and recover your operating system.
4. If the prob em persists, contact Lenovo. See Chapter 6 “He p and support” on page 55.
Trou leshooting
Use the troub eshooting information to find so utions to prob ems that have definite symptoms.
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Startup pro lems
Pro lem Solution
The computer does not start up when you
press the power button.
• Ensure that the power cord is correct y connected to the rear of the
computer and to a working e ectrica out et.
• If the computer has a secondary power switch on the rear of the
computer, ensure that it is switched on.
• The power indicator on the front of the computer is on.
• The computer vo tage matches the vo tage avai ab e at the
e ectrica out et for your country or region.
The operating system does not start up from
the correct storage drive or fai s to start up
• Ensure that a storage drive signa cab es and power cab es are
connected correct y.
• Ensure that the storage drive the computer starts up from is isted
as the first startup device in UEFI BIOS.
• In rare cases, the storage drive with the operating system might get
corrupted or damaged. In such cases, you might need to rep ace
the storage drive.
• If the computer is insta ed with an Optane memory:
– Ensure that the Optane memory is not removed.
– Ensure that the Optane memory is not damaged. Check the
Optane memory using diagnostic too s.
The computer beeps mu tip e times before
the operating system starts up. Ensure that no keys are stuck.
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