Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 30a 27 Gen 3 User manual

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User Guide

Read this first
Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the
following:
• Safety and Warranty Guide
• Generic Safety and Compliance Notices
• Setup Guide
Second Edition (August 2022)
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Contents
Discover your Lenovo co puter . . . . iii
Chapter 1. Meet your co puter . . . . . 1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Features and specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 4
USB specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter 2. Get started with your
co puter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Adjust the computer stand . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Access networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connect to the wired Ethernet . . . . . . . . 8
Connect to Wi-Fi networks (for selected
models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connect an external display . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 3. Explore your co puter . . 11
The Vantage app . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Set the power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device (for
selected models) . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Use the optical drive (for selected models) . . 12
Purchase accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chapter 4. Secure your co puter
and infor ation . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
og in to your computer securely . . . . . . . . 15
UEFI BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . 15
Face authentication (for selected models) . . . 15
Use software security solutions. . . . . . . . . 16
Windows firewalls . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Antivirus programs . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Use BIOS security solutions . . . . . . . . . . 16
Intel BIOS guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . 17
What is UEFI BIOS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Enter the BIOS menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Navigate in the BIOS interface . . . . . . . . . 17
Change the display language of UEFI BIOS . . . . 17
Set the system date and time . . . . . . . . . 18
Change the boot priority order . . . . . . . . . 18
Enable or disable the automatic power-on
feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Enable or disable the ErP PS compliance mode . . 19
Change the ITS performance mode . . . . . . . 19
Change BIOS settings before installing a new
operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Update UEFI BIOS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Recover from a BIOS update failure . . . . . . . 20
Clear CMOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Chapter 6. Diagnostics . . . . . . . . 23
enovo diagnostic tools . . . . . . . . . . . 23
The Vantage app . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Chapter 7. CRU replace ent . . . . . 25
CRU list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Remove or replace a CRU . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Power cord and ac power adapter. . . . . . 25
Smart cable clip (for selected models) . . . . 26
Hinge cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Computer stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Chapter 8. Help and support . . . . . 29
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Call enovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Before you contact enovo . . . . . . . . 31
enovo Customer Support Center . . . . . . 31
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . . 32
Appendix A. Co pliance
infor ation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Appendix B. Notices and
trade arks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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Discover your Lenovo co puter
Thank you for choosing a Lenovo® co puter! We are dedicated to delivering the best solution to you.
Before starting your tour, please read the following information:
• Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.
• Depending on the model, some optional accessories, features, software programs, and user interface
instructions might not be applicable to your computer.
• Documentation content is subject to change without notice. To get the latest documentation, go to https://
pcsupport.lenovo.com.
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Chapter 1. Meet your co puter
Overview
Ite Description Ite Description
1 Air vents 2 Camera*
3 Screen 4 Combo audio jack
* for selected models
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Rear
Ite Description Ite Description
1 Power button/Power button indicator 2 Power connector
3 HDMI™ out connector 4 USB 3.2 connectors
5 Ethernet connector 6 USB 2.0 connectors
7Optical drive eject button*
* for selected models
State ent 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 (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
Thunderbolt 3 40
Thunderbolt 4 40
Related topics
• “USB specifications” on page 5.
• “Connect an external display” on page 9.
• “Use the optical drive (for selected models)” on page 12.
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Power indicator
Show the system status of your computer.
• Blinking for three ti es: The computer is initially connected to power.
• On: The computer is on.
• 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.
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Features and specifications
For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com.
Specifications Descriptions
Di ensions
• ThinkCentre neo 30a 22 Gen 3
– Width: 490.3 mm (19.3 inches)
– Height: 294.1 mm (11.6 inches)
– Depth: 51.7 mm (2.0 inches)
• ThinkCentre neo 30a 24 Gen 3
– Width: 541 mm (21.3 inches)
– Height: 322.8 mm (12.7 inches)
– Depth: 51.7 mm (2.0 inches)
• ThinkCentre neo 30a 27 Gen 3
– Width: 613.1 mm (24.1 inches)
– Height: 363.7 mm (14.3 inches)
– Depth: 51.7 mm (2.0 inches)
Weight (without packaging)
Maximum configuration as shipped:
• ThinkCentre neo 30a 22 Gen 3: 5.7 kg (12.6 lb)
• ThinkCentre neo 30a 24 Gen 3: 6.7 kg (14.8 lb)
• ThinkCentre neo 30a 27 Gen 3: 8.05 kg (17.8 lb)
Hardware configuration Type Device Manager in the Windows search box and then press Enter. Type the
administrator password or provide confirmation, if prompted.
Power supply 90-watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply
Electrical input • Input voltage: From 100 V ac to 240 V ac
• Input frequency: 50/60 Hz
Me ory Up to two double data rate 4 (DDR4) small outline dual in-line memory modules
(SODIMMs)
Storage device
• 2.5-inch form factor, 7-mm (0.28-inch) height hard disk drive*
• M.2 solid-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 less than the nominal
capacity.
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Specifications Descriptions
Video features
• Color display with In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology
• Display size:
–ThinkCentre neo 30a 22 Gen 3: 546.1 mm (21.5 inches)
– ThinkCentre neo 30a 24 Gen 3: 604.52 mm (23.8 inches)
– ThinkCentre neo 30a 27 Gen 3: 685.8 mm (27 inches)
• Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
• The integrated graphics card supports the following:
–HDMI out connector
Expansion
• Memory slots
• M.2 solid-state drive slot
• Optical drive*
• Storage drive bay
Network features
•Bluetooth
• Ethernet AN
• Wireless AN
* for selected models
USB specifications
Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer.
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Connector na e Description
• USB 2.0 connector
• USB 3.2 connector Gen 1
• USB 3.2 connector Gen 2
Connect USB-compatible 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
• USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) connector
• USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector
• Charge USB-C compatible devices with the output
voltage and current of 5 V and 3 A.
• Connect to an external display:
– USB-C to VGA: 1920 x 1200 pixels, 60 Hz
– USB-C to DP: 3840 x 2160 pixels, 60 Hz
• Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your
computer functionality. To purchase USB-C
accessories, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories.
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Chapter 2. Get started with your co puter
Adjust the co puter stand
Type 1
• Tilt the screen forward and back
• Adjust the left or the right angle
Type 2 (for selected 24-inch odels only)
• Tilt the screen forward and back
• Adjust the height
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• Adjust the left or the right angle
Access networks
This section helps you access networks through connecting to a wired or wireless network.
Connect to the wired Ethernet
Connect your computer to a local network through the Ethernet connector on your computer with an
Ethernet cable.
Connect to Wi-Fi networks (for selected odels)
Click the network icon in the Windows® notification area, and then select a network for connection. Provide
required information, if needed.
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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 wireless display support Miracast®.
Press Windows logo key + K and then select a wireless display to connect.
Change display settings
1. Right-click a blank area on the desktop and select display settings.
2. Select the display that you want to configure and change display settings of your preference.
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Chapter 3. Explore your co puter
The Vantage app
The preinstalled Vantage app is a customized one-stop solution to help you maintain your computer with
automated updates and fixes, configure hardware settings, and get personalized support.
To access the Vantage app, type Vantage in the Windows search box.
Key features
The Vantage app enables you to:
• Know the device status easily and customize device settings.
• Download and install UEFI BIOS, firmware and driver updates to keep your computer up-to-date.
• Monitor your computer health, and secure your computer against outside threats.
• Scan your computer hardware and diagnose hardware problems.
• ook up warranty status (online).
• Access User Guide and helpful articles.
Notes:
• The available features vary depending on the computer model.
• The Vantage app 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.
Set the power plan
For ENERGY STAR® compliant computers, the following power plan takes effect when your computers have
been idle for a specified duration:
• turn off the display: After 10 minutes
• put the computer to sleep: After 10 minutes
To awaken the computer from Sleep mode, press any key on your keyboard.
To reset the power plan:
1. Right-click the battery status icon and select Power Options.
2. Choose or customize a power plan of your preference.
Transfer data
Quickly share your files using the built-in Bluetooth technology among devices with the same features. You
also can install a disc or media card to transfer data.
Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device (for selected odels)
You can connect all types of Bluetooth-enabled devices to your computer, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a
smartphone, or speakers. Place the device that you are attempting to connect to less than 10 meters (33
feet) from the computer.
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1. Type Bluetooth in the Windows search box and then press Enter.
2. Turn on Bluetooth, if it is off.
3. Select a Bluetooth device, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Use the optical drive (for selected odels)
If your computer has an optical drive, read the following information.
Know the type of your optical drive
1. Type Device Manager in the Windows search box and then press Enter. Type the administrator
password or provide confirmation, if prompted.
2. Select an optical drive, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Install or re ove a disc
1. With the computer on, press the eject button on the optical drive. The tray slides 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 slide out of the drive when you press the eject button, turn off the computer. Then,
insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency-eject hole adjacent to the eject button. Use the
emergency eject only in an emergency.
Record a disc
1. Insert a recordable disc into the optical drive that supports recording.
2. Do one of the following:
• Type AutoPlay in the Windows search box and then press Enter. Turn on Use AutoPlay for all edia
and devices.
• Open Windows Media Player.
• Double-click the ISO file.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Purchase accessories
enovo 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.
To shop at enovo, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories.
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