Lenovo Legion BoostStation User manual

Lenovo Legion BoostStation
User Guide

https://www.lenovo.com/safety
Note: Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand
the warranty information in the documentation that comes with the product.
First Edition (March 2020)
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Contents
Chapter 1. A out the dock . . . . . . . 1
Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Operating system requirement . . . . . . . . . . 1
In the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Product front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Product left view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Product rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter 2. Set up the dock . . . . . . . 7
Install the dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Update the dock driver and firmware . . . . . . . 7
Removing the dock from your computer . . . . . . 7
Chapter 3. Use the dock. . . . . . . . . 9
Use the video output connectors . . . . . . . . . 9
Use the Ethernet connector . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Use the USB connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 4. Trou leshooting . . . . . . 11
Appendix A. Accessi ility
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Appendix B. Customer replacea le
units （CRU） instructions . . . . . . 15
Appendix C. Important safety
information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Appendix D. Trademarks . . . . . . . 31
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Chapter 1. A out the dock
Product description
The dock is an expansion module. You can use it to connect your compatible computer to a local area
network (LAN) and multiple devices, such as a headset, external displays, and Universal Serial Bus (USB)
devices.
Note: Ensure the computer system supports a ThunderboltT 3 connector to connect an external graphics
card.
To view the compatible computers,
1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/accs-guide.
2. Select Legion, ThinkPad, ThinkCentre, ThinkStation, Ideapad and Ideacentre Option Compati ility
Matrix. Then follow the on-screen instructions.
Operating system requirement
icrosoft Windows 10
In the ox
• Lenovo Legion BoostStation
• Power cord
• ThunderboltT 3 cable
• Documentation
• SATA HDD cable
• 2.5"/3.5" HDD screw
• VGA screw *
• VGA Bezel *
* for selected models
Contact your place of purchase if any item is missing or damaged. Ensure that you retain your proof of
purchase and packing material. They might be required to receive warranty service.
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Product front view
1 Power button • When the dock is connected to ac power but not your computer, press the dock
power button to turn off or turn on the dock.
2 Y light
• When the dock is connected to your computer or the ac power adapter, the
indicator on the dock shows the status:
– White, linking slowly: The dock is connected to ac power and the computer is
not connected.
– Solid white: The dock and the computer are connected to ac power.
– Off: The dock is not connected to ac power.
Product left view
1 Vents Ensure that the vents are not blocked to avoid overheating.
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Product rear view
Note: The appearance of the backboard corresponds to the configuration selected by the user.
1 Handle
Use to pull the inner dock out, do not use the handle to carry the dock.
Note: The handle is strictly for removing the inner dock. Use of the handle to carry the
dock may result in the inner dock falling.
2 DisplayPort connectors Connect a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use
a DisplayPort connector.
3 HD I connector
The High-Definition ultimedia InterfaceT (HD I) connector is a digital audio and
video interface. It enables you to connect your computer to a compatible digital audio
device or video monitor, such as a DVD player or an HDTV.
4 USB 2.0 connector
Connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard or a USB mouse.
Note: For optimal data transfer, connect a USB 3.2 device to a USB 3.2 connector
Gen 1 instead of a USB 2.0 connector.
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5 USB (3.2 Gen 1)
connectors Connect a USB-compatible device to transfer data at USB 3.2 speed, up to 5 Gbps.
6 ThunderboltT 3
connector
Connect the dock to your Lenovo computer with a ThunderboltT 3 cable.
• Support data transfer rates up to 20 Gbps for ThunderboltT 3.
• Provide power output up to 20 V and 5 A.
• Do not support image output.
7 Ethernet connector Connect to a LAN with an Ethernet cable.
8 Power connector Connect the Lenovo Leigon BoostStation to a power outlet using the power cord.
9 Vents Ensure that the vents are not blocked to avoid overheating.
Statement on USB transfer rate
Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file
attributes, and other factors related to system configuration and operating environments, the actual transfer
rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed
below for each corresponding device.
USB device Data rate (G it/s)
3.2 Gen 1 5
3.2 Gen 2 10
3.2 Gen 2 × 2 20
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Features and specifications
Dimensions • Outside:
– Length: 365 mm (14.3 inches)
– Width: 172 mm (6.8 inches)
– Height: 212 mm (8.4 inches)
ac power adapter • Input: 100–127 V ac, 8 A; 200–240 V ac, 4 A; 50–60 Hz
• Output: 20 V dc, 5 A
Connectors and slots • Power connector
• Ethernet connector
• USB 2.0 connector
• USB (3.2 Gen 1) connectors (2)
• ThunderboltT 3 connector
• DisplayPort connectors (3) *
• HD I connectors *
* for selected models
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Chapter 2. Set up the dock
Install the dock
Use the accompanying power cord, and ThunderboltT 3 cable to install the dock. The dock supplies power
to the computer when the dock is connected to ac power and your computer.
Notes:
• If the computer supports DGPU, you will need to change DGPU mode to IGPU mode to use this dock.
• Notebooks that cannot be set in U A mode are not suitable for use with this dock.
Update the dock driver and firmware
Note: This is an optional operation.
The dock driver is preinstalled on compatible Lenovo computers and the firmware is embedded into the
dock. The dock is ready for use after you connect it to your computer.
Lenovo recommends that you update the dock driver and firmware whenever a later version is available.
You also can download the latest dock driver and firmware from https://support.lenovo.com/
accessories/docks.
Removing the dock from your computer
Note: Removing the dock when some programs are running with the dock graphics card might cause
program data loss or the program to stop responding.
To remove the dock from your computer, do the following:
1. Check and close the programs that are using the graphics card.
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• From the desktop, move the pointer to the Windows notification area, and then click Show hidden
icons.
• Find and click the icon for Lenovo Legion BoostStation. A window is displayed with a list of the
programs that are using the graphics card.
• Save and close the programs that are using the graphics card.
2. Safely disconnect the ThunderboltT 3 cable of the dock from your computer.
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Chapter 3. Use the dock
Use the video output connectors
The dock has four video output connectors to support up to four external displays:
• Three DisplayPort connectors
• One HD I connector
Note: For models requiring the separate purchase of a graphics card, please check the manufacturer's
website for your graphics card to confirm compatibility.
Use the Ethernet connector
You can use the Ethernet connector on the dock to connect your computer to a standard 10 bps, 100
bps, or 1000 bps network with an Ethernet cable.
Depending on your computer, some of the following functions are available when the dock is connected to a
LAN.
• Wake on LAN from Dock
To view the functions supported by your computer, go to https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/accs-
guide. Select Network function support – Option Compati ility Matrix. Then follow the on-screen
instructions.
Use the USB connectors
To use the USB connectors, connect a USB device to any of the three USB connectors on the dock with a
USB cable.
When the USB device is correctly connected to a USB connector on the dock, an information window will be
displayed in the Windows notification area, indicating that the USB device has been connected to the
computer.
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Chapter 4. Trou leshooting
General
1. The dock does not work after connected to a computer with the provided Thunder oltTM 3.
Ensure that:
• The dock is powered by its power cord. The dock always needs an external power cord for operation,
because it does not take power from the ThunderboltT 3 connector attached to your computer.
• The device driver of the dock is installed; if not, install the device driver and restart the computer.
• The ThunderboltT 3 connector on your computer works well.
• Disconnect and reconnect the ThunderboltT 3 cable to ensure that the cable works well.
2. The function of the wireless key oard or mouse (2.4 GHz) is interrupted. The mouse pointer lags
or does not move. Some characters are lost when input with the key oard.
Connect the wireless device receiver to a USB 2.0 connector on the dock.
3. My computer cannot e charged y the dock.
Ensure that:
• You use the accompanying power cord and ThunderboltT 3 cable to set up the dock.
• The ThunderboltT 3 connector on your computer supports ac input.
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Appendix A. Accessi ility information
Documentation in accessi le formats
Lenovo provides electronic documentation in accessible formats, such as properly tagged PDF files or
HyperText arkup Language (HT L) files. Lenovo electronic documentation is developed to ensure that
visually impaired users can read the documentation through a screen reader. Each image in the
documentation also includes adequate alternative text to explain the image so that visually impaired users
can understand the image when they use a screen reader.
To open and view PDF files, your computer must have the Adobe Reader program installed. The Adobe
Reader program also is available for download at:
http://www.adobe.com
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Appendix B. Customer replacea le units （CRU） instructions
What is a CRU?
Customer replaceable units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. A Lenovo
computer may contain the following types of CRUs:
Self-service CRU Parts that can be installed or replaced easily by
customers themselves or by trained service
technicians at an additional cost.
Optional-service CRU Parts that can be installed or replaced by customers
with a greater skill level. Trained service technicians
can also provide service to install or replace the
parts under the type of warranty designated for the
customer’s machine.
If you intend to install a CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. You might be required to return the defective
part that is replaced by the CRU. When return is required: (1) return instructions, a prepaid shipping label,
and a container will be included with the replacement CRU; and (2) you might be charged for the
replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective CRU within thirty (30) days of your receipt of the
replacement CRU. For full details, see the Lenovo Limited Warranty at https://www.lenovo.com/warranty/llw_
02.
CRUs for your product model
The table below lists the CRUs and CRU types that are defined for your product model.
Part Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU
Power cord X
ThunderboltT 3 cable X
SATA hard disk drive (HDD) cable X
SATA HDD * X
Graphics card * X
*Select models may not include the HDD or the graphics card. You can purchase these separately.
Refer to the following steps for replacing the removable module.
Attention: Before replacing the removable module:
• Turn off the dock.
• Remove all connected devices and cables.
• Ensure the integrity of the dock shell after replacing the removable module to avoid causing safety
problems.
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Install the HDD
Attention: The internal HDD is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of
data. When handling the internal HDD, observe the following guidelines:
• Replace the internal HDD only in the case of upgrade or repair. The internal HDD is not designed for
frequent replacement.
• Before replacing the internal HDD, make a backup of all the data that you want to keep.
• Do not touch the contact edge of the internal HDD. Otherwise the internal HDD might get damaged.
• Do not apply pressure to the internal HDD.
• Do not subject the internal HDD to physical shock or vibration. Put the internal HDD on a soft material,
such as cloth, to absorb physical shock.
Step 1. Pull up the handle and then pull out the dock.
Step 2. Press the latches on each side of the HDD holder inward and then pull out the HDD holder.
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