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  • Page 1 ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E- version)
  • Page 2 (April 2021) © Copyright Lenovo 2021.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connect to Bluetooth Devices ..7 Lenovo License Agreement ..Smart Temperature Control ... 7 Appendix Glossary .
  • Page 4 ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 5: Important Information Before Use

    To solve this problem, we recommend you contact your router manufacturer and request a firmware update. • Lenovo is not responsible for third-party software and antivirus programs that use your computer’s camera, microphone, or other multimedia devices to obtain private information (including images or audio) through Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, and other methods of communication.
  • Page 6: Optical Mouse Usage Precautions

    • Surfaces that cannot reflect light diffusely: such as glass table tops, transparent table mats, and mirrors. • Overly shiny surfaces: such as metal surfaces and laminated magazine covers. ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 7: Storage Media And Driver Usage Precautions

    • Lenovo does not provide any commitments or services related to the usability or reliability of hardware and software provided by a third party.
  • Page 8 If you have reached the limit, you can only play DVDs compatible with the currently set region. In addition, some DVDs may not have regional retractions, which is indicated by a region of 0. ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Install The Computer

    Notes: • If your computer has a wireless keyboard and mouse, connect them following the relevant instructions. • You must use the power adapter provided by Lenovo. The use of another power adapter may cause combustion or explosion. Install the VESA Mount Bracket Notes: •...
  • Page 10: Install The Rear Wi-Fi Antenna

    2. Screw the Wi-Fi antenna into the rear Wi-Fi antenna connector of the chassis. 3. Adjust the angle of the rear Wi-Fi antenna for the optimal Wi-Fi signal of the computer and to reduce antenna damage risks. ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 11: Install The Optical Drive

    Install the Optical Drive Notes: • Do not start or try to repair the optical drive without permission. • Some models are equipped with an optical drive. Refer to your computer to see if it is equipped with an optical drive. Perform the following steps to install the optical drive to the host: 1.
  • Page 12 ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 13: Chapter 2. How To Use Your Computer

    • If the optional connector is a USB-C connector, it transfers data at only USB 2.0 speed, and the DisplayPort over USB-C function supports transferring audio and video signals. • If the optional connectors are two USB Type-A connectors, they transfer data at only USB 2.0 speed. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...
  • Page 14: Start Up The Computer

    Instead, shut down the computer as follows. For the Windows 10 operating system: 1. Click the icon to open the Start Menu. 2. Click “Power”→“Shut down”, as shown in the figure below. ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 15: Connect To Wi-Fi Networks

    3. Wait for the computer to shut down and then turn off the monitor and other peripheral devices. Note: After you turn off the system, please wait at least 20 seconds before turning the computer back on to avoid hardware faults. Connect to Wi-Fi Networks Note: If the computer you purchased is not a Wi-Fi device, please skip this section.
  • Page 16: Smart Driver Installation

    • The smart driver installation program only supports the built-in PCI and PCI-E bus plug-and-play devices provided by Lenovo. It does not support devices connected to serial ports, parallel ports, or USB ports. • If you cannot use this program to install drivers for additional expansion cards and external devices, please install them manually.
  • Page 17: Chapter 3. Set Up Your Computer

    1. Right-click the start icon to bring up a menu. 2. In this menu, select "Power Options". 3. This opens the "Power & sleep" interface. Set the sleep time to 30 minutes, as shown in the figure below. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...
  • Page 18: Set Up Bios Boot Order

    4. Press F10 and the screen will display a prompt. Select "Yes" and press Enter to save your changes and exit. Note: If you need to use expansion devices, turn off the computer and then connect the devices. ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 19: Chapter 4. Software Use

    You can create multiple virtual desktops for different purposes and run different applications on each desktop. After you add a virtual desktop, you can click the "Task View" icon in the taskbar to manage the applications launched in the different desktops. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...
  • Page 20 Action Center Click the icon in the taskbar to open the Action Center. In the Action Center, you can view notifications, switch to tablet mode, configure system settings, and quickly access other common functions. ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 21: Chapter 5. Problem Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    Check and adjust the setting by using the control buttons of the monitor correspondingly. Whether the setting of the system display property is Adjust properties such as resolution and refresh rate in compatible with your monitor. the display property. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...
  • Page 22: Internal Components Of System Unable To Operate Normally

    Modem card appropriately. Modem card appropriately. Whether the driver for the Modem card is installed Install the driver for the Modem and set the Internet correctly and set appropriately. account and phone property correctly. ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 23 No Audio Output or Single Track after Audio Card is Installed Check... Solution Whether the connectors of the speaker or microphone are Connect the input connector of the speaker with the connected appropriately and the speaker is powered on output connector of the mainframe appropriately, turn on and the volume knob is in an appropriate place.
  • Page 24: External Devices Unable To Operate Normally

    Whether the hard disk is formatted appropriately. Format the hard disk according to the actual condition of the system appropriately. Whether the hard disk is infected by viruses. Scan and remove viruses by using common, anti-virus software with license. ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 25: Other Problems

    Whether the options related to the hard disk drive in BIOS Reset the information of the hard disk in BIOS setup are correct. appropriately. Whether the hard disk is damaged physically. If it is the case, contact After-Sales Service of Lenovo. Other Problems Symptoms Solution Your computer does not respond.
  • Page 26 ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)
  • Page 27: Chapter 6. Obtain Product Information And Help

    Chapter 6. Obtain Product Information and Help This chapter provides an index of information resources related to Lenovo products. If you need help, services, tech support, or detailed information on Lenovo products, you can use this chapter to find it. This chapter includes the following information: 1.
  • Page 28: Get Help And Service

    400 calls are not available, please call 010-82879425, though you will have to pay the phone charges. • ThinkCentre M Series or Qitian Models: Call the customer service hotline or log in to the Lenovo company website and look up the relevant service policies for your product.
  • Page 29: Chapter 7. Additional Information

    License Agreement is available in other languages at www.lenovo.com/license Lenovo will license the Software Product to You only if You accept this Agreement. You agree to the terms of this Agreement by clicking to accept it or by installing, downloading, or using the Software Product.
  • Page 30 Software Product. Lenovo may terminate Your license if You fail to comply with the terms of this Agreement. If Lenovo does so, You must destroy all copies of the Software Product.
  • Page 31 Lenovo (including fundamental breach, negligence, misrepresentation, or other contract or tort claim), except and to the extent that liability cannot be waived or limited by applicable laws, Lenovo is liable for no more than the amount of actual direct damages suffered by You, up to the amount You paid for the Software Product.
  • Page 32: Appendix Glossary

    Basic Input & Output System. It is composed of the software and data stored in ROM chips. New hardware and addition/removal of BIOS options can be supported by updating BIOS. It is not necessary to reset the BIOS for normal use since all Lenovo computers have been pre-set with the BIOS before shipment.
  • Page 33: Trademarks

    BIOS and Operating System of the computer must support PNP, and all devices to be configured should be compatible with PNP. PCI devices are compatible with PNP. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo: LENOVO LENOVO logo THINKCENTRE...
  • Page 34 The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2021 Lenovo. ThinkCentre M740q User Manual V1.0 (E-version)

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