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  • Page 1 IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 2 • Setup Guide First Edition (March 2019) © Copyright Lenovo 2019. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    M.2 solid-state-drive bracket ..Use Lenovo Vantage ....5 Power supply assembly ..
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  • Page 5: About This Documentation

    • Depending on the version of operating systems, some user interface instructions might not be applicable to your computer. • Documentation content is subject to change without notice. Lenovo makes constant improvements on the documentation of your computer, including this User Guide. To get the latest documentation, go to https:// support.lenovo.com...
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  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    • Memory Stick_Pro card Note: Your computer does not support the content protection for recordable media (CPRM) feature for the SD card. 3. Microphone connector Connect a microphone. 4. Headset connector Connect a headset to your computer. © Copyright Lenovo 2019...
  • Page 8 5 Gbps on USB 3.1 Gen1 connectors, slower than 10 Gbps on USB 3.1 Gen2 connectors, and slower than 20 Gbps on USB 3.2 connectors. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 9: Rear

    Rear Connect to a local area network (LAN). When the green indicator is on, the computer is 1. Ethernet connector connected to a LAN. When the yellow indicator blinks, data is being transmitted. Connect the power cord to your computer for power supply. 2.
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  • Page 11: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    Access Lenovo Vantage Open the Start menu and click Lenovo Vantage. You also can type Lenovo Vantage in the search box. To download the latest version of Lenovo Vantage, go to Microsoft Store and search by the app name.

  • Page 12: Purchase Accessories

    Protect your computer from malicious Wi-Fi networks. Purchase accessories Lenovo 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.

  • Page 13: Chapter 3. Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, And Recovery

    4. Recover your operating system. See “Recovery” on page 13. 5. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo. See Chapter 5 “Help and support” on page 41. Troubleshooting Use the troubleshooting information to find solutions to problems that have definite symptoms.

  • Page 14: Startup Problems

    – Ensure that the Optane memory is not removed. – Ensure that the Optane memory is not damaged. Check the Optane memory using diagnostic tools. The computer beeps multiple times before Ensure that no keys are stuck. the operating system starts up. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 15: Audio Problems

    Audio problems Problem Solution • If you are using powered external speakers that have an On/Off control, ensure that: – The On/Off control is set to the On position. – The speaker power cable is connected to a properly grounded, functional ac electrical outlet.
  • Page 16 4. Right-click each Wi-Fi device, and then click Enable device. • Enable the Wi-Fi feature in Windows Settings. 1. Open the Start menu. 2. Click Settings ➙ Network & Internet ➙ Wi-Fi. 3. Enable the Wi-Fi feature. • Update or reinstall the Wi-Fi driver. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 17 Problem Solution • Enable the Bluetooth feature in UEFI BIOS. • Enable all Bluetooth devices. 1. Open the Start context menu. 2. Click Device Manager. Type the administrator password or provide confirmation if prompted. 3. Expand Bluetooth to display all Bluetooth devices. Right-click each Bluetooth device, and then click Enable device.

  • Page 18: Performance Problems

    Uninstall/Change or Uninstall. • Right-click a blank area on the taskbar and open Task Manager. Then, The free memory space is insufficient. end some tasks you are not performing. • Install additional memory modules. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 19: Storage Drive Problems

    • Uninstall the program and then reinstall it. To download a program that is preinstalled on your computer, go to https:// support.lenovo.com and follow the on-screen instructions. Recovery This section introduces the recovery information of the Windows 10 operating system. Ensure that you read and follow the on-screen recovery instructions.

  • Page 20: Restore System Files And Settings To An Earlier Point

    It is recommended that you create a recovery USB drive as early as possible as a backup for the Windows recovery programs. With the recovery USB drive, you can troubleshoot and fix the problems even if the preinstalled Windows recovery programs are damaged. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 21: Update The Device Driver

    • From Windows Update: Note: The device drivers provided by Windows Update might not be tested by Lenovo. It is recommended that you get device drivers from Lenovo. 1. Open the Start menu.
  • Page 22 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 23: Chapter 4. Cru Replacement

    If you intend on installing the CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You might be required to return the defective part that is replaced by the CRU.
  • Page 24 Replacement procedure 1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected peripheral devices and cables. 2. Remove the power cord. 3. Connect the new power cord to the computer. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 25: Computer Cover

    4. Reconnect all disconnected cables to the computer and reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet. Computer cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Appendix A “Important safety information” on page 45 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cooled down.

  • Page 26: Front Bezel

    1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 19. 3. Release the plastic tabs on the left side of the front bezel, and then pivot the front bezel outward. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 27: Memory Module

    4. Align the plastic tabs of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, pivot the front bezel inward until it snaps into position. 5. Reinstall all removed parts. 6. Reconnect all disconnected cables to the computer and reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
  • Page 28 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 19. 3. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 20. 4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. 5. Disengage the latches and remove the memory module. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 29 6. Install a memory module and secure the memory module with the latches. 7. Pivot the drive bay downward until it snaps into position. Chapter 4 CRU replacement...

  • Page 30: Storage Drive

    1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 19. 3. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 20. 4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 31 5. Disconnect the power and signal cables. 6. Remove the screws that secure the storage drive to the drive bay. Chapter 4 CRU replacement...
  • Page 32 7. Slide the storage drive out of the chassis. 8. Install the new storage drive. 9. Secure the new storage drive to the drive bay. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 33 10. Connect the power and signal cables to the new storage drive. 11. Pivot the drive bay assembly downward until it snaps into position. Chapter 4 CRU replacement...

  • Page 34: Pci Express Card

    1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 19. 3. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 20. 4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 35 5. Open the card latch and the card retaining latch to disengage the card. Then, grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot. 6. Install the PCI Express card into an appropriate PCI Express card slot on the system board. Then, pivot the card retaining latch and the card latch to the closed position.

  • Page 36: M.2 Solid-State Drive

    Before you start, read Appendix A “Important safety information” on page 45 and print the following instructions. Replacement procedure 1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 19. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 37 3. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 20. 4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. 5. To replace the M.2 solid-state drive: a. Remove the M.2 solid-state-drive heat sink. b. Unlock the M.2 solid-state-drive clip. Chapter 4 CRU replacement...
  • Page 38 Remove the M.2 solid-state drive. d. Install the new M.2 solid-state drive. e. Lock the new M.2 solid-state-drive clip. f. Install the M.2 solid-state-drive heat sink. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 39: M.2 Solid-State-Drive Bracket

    6. Pivot the drive bay assembly downward. 7. Reinstall all removed parts. 8. Reconnect all disconnected cables to the computer and reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet. M.2 solid-state-drive bracket Prerequisite Before you start, read Appendix A “Important safety information” on page 45 and print the following instructions.

  • Page 40: Power Supply Assembly

    Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety and proper Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certification. CAUTION: IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 41 Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached.
  • Page 42 7. Position the new power supply assembly in the chassis so that the four screw holes in the power supply assembly align with those in the chassis. Then, install the four screws to secure the power supply assembly. 8. Connect the power supply assembly cable. 9. Pivot the drive bay assembly downward. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 43: Coin-Cell Battery

    If the coin-cell battery is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The coin-cell battery contains a small amount of harmful substance. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery away from fire.
  • Page 44 5. Disengage the latch. 6. Remove the coin-cell battery. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 45 7. Install the coin-cell battery. 8. Secure the coin-cell battery with the latch. 9. Pivot the drive bay assembly downward. Chapter 4 CRU replacement...
  • Page 46 10. Reinstall all removed parts. 11. Reconnect all disconnected cables to the computer and reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 47: Chapter 5. Help And Support

    Use Lenovo Vantage to: • Download and install the latest drivers and firmware. • Configure hardware settings. • Open the Start menu and click Lenovo Vantage. • Diagnose computer hardware problems. • Use Windows search. • Check the computer warranty status.

  • Page 48: Call Lenovo

    Call Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center. Before you contact Lenovo Prepare the following before you contact Lenovo: 1. Record the problem symptoms and details: •...

  • Page 49: Purchase Additional Services

    • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of programs For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that apply to your Lenovo hardware product, see “Warranty information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer.
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  • Page 51: Appendix A. Important Safety Information

    Customer Support Center for further guidance. • Power cords, plugs, power adapters, extension cords, surge protectors, or power supplies that are cracked, broken, or damaged. • Signs of overheating, smoke, sparks, or fire. © Copyright Lenovo 2019...
  • Page 52 Note: If you notice these conditions with a product (such as an extension cord) that is not manufactured for or by Lenovo, stop using that product until you can contact the product manufacturer for further instructions, or until you get a suitable replacement.
  • Page 53 Do not use them with any other products. For your safety, Lenovo provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet.
  • Page 54 If you intend to use your PC in a country or region that is different from your ordering location, please purchase an additional Lenovo power cord for the country or region where the PC will be used. Refer to the power cord guide provided in our Web site, https://support.lenovo.com...
  • Page 55 Plugs and outlets DANGER If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer to obtain a replacement.
  • Page 56 If the coin-cell battery is not a CRU, do not attempt to replace the coin-cell battery. Replacement of the battery must be done by a Lenovo-authorized repair facility or technician. The Lenovo-authorized repair facilities or technicians recycle Lenovo batteries according to local laws and regulations.
  • Page 57 computer, power adapter, and many accessories produce some heat during normal operation. Extended contact with the body could cause discomfort or, potentially, a skin burn. • Do not charge the battery or operate your computer, power adapter, or accessories near flammable materials or in explosive environments.
  • Page 58 • If your computer has both a headphone connector and an audio line-out connector, always use the headphone connector for earphones, headphones, or a headset. However, the headphone connector does not support the microphone of the headset. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 59 2 can be dangerous due to excessive sound pressure levels. If your Lenovo computer came with headphones or earphones in the package, as a set, the combination of the headphones or earphones and the computer already complies with the specifications of EN 50332-1. If different headphones or earphones are used, ensure that they comply with EN 50332-1 (Clause 6.5...
  • Page 60 If glass breaks, do not touch it or attempt to remove it. Stop using your product until the glass is replaced by trained service personnel. Remote control CAUTION: Do not use rechargeable batteries in this device. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 61 Static electricity prevention Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and options. Improper handling of static-sensitive parts can damage the part. When you unpack an option or CRU, do not open the static-protective package containing the part until the instructions direct you to install it. When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to avoid static-electricity damage: •...
  • Page 62 The cause of a problem might be change in hardware, change in software, or any other actions that might have taken place. A log book can help you or a Lenovo technician determine the cause of a problem. • Back up your data on the storage drive regularly. You can restore the storage drive from a backup.
  • Page 63 Cleaning the keyboard: Wipe the keys one by one with a lint-free cloth dampened in mild soap and water. If you wipe several keys at a time, the cloth might hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it. Avoid spraying cleaner directly onto the keyboard.
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  • Page 65: Appendix B. Accessibility And Ergonomic Information

    This chapter provides information about accessibility and ergonomics. Accessibility information Lenovo is committed to providing users who have hearing, vision, and mobility limitations with greater access to information and technology. This section provides information about the ways these users can get the most out of their computer experience.
  • Page 66 You can make the items on your screen easier to read by changing the item size. • To change the item size temporarily, use the Magnifier tool in Ease of Access Center. • To change the item size permanently: IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 67 Your computer provides industry-standard connectors that enable you to connect assistive devices. Documentation in accessible formats Lenovo provides electronic documentation in accessible formats, such as properly tagged PDF files or HyperText Markup Language (HTML) files. Lenovo electronic documentation is developed to ensure that visually impaired users can read the documentation through a screen reader.
  • Page 68 Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed and neutral (horizontal) position. Type with a soft touch without pounding the keys. Leg position: Keep your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest. IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...

  • Page 69: Appendix C. Compliance Information

    – For workstations: https://www.lenovo.com/eu-doc-workstations Lenovo cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product, including the installation of option cards from other manufacturers. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B equipment according to European Standards harmonized in the Directives in compliance.
  • Page 70 Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products. For information about recycling Lenovo products, go to: https://www.lenovo.com/recycling...
  • Page 71 Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources.
  • Page 72 If you need to replace it with a new one, contact your place of purchase or contact Lenovo for service. If you need to dispose of a disused lithium battery, insulate it with vinyl tape, contact your place of purchase or an industrial-waste-disposal operator, and follow their instructions.
  • Page 73 If the battery needs to be replaced, contact your place of purchase or contact Lenovo for service. If you need to dispose of a lithium battery, insulate it with vinyl tape, contact your place of purchase or a waste-disposal operator, and follow their instructions.
  • Page 74 Ukraine RoHS India RoHS RoHS compliant as per E-Waste (Management) Rules. Mainland China RoHS IdeaCentre T540 Gaming User Guide...
  • Page 75 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity The following information refers to IdeaCentre T540 Gaming, machine types: 90L1. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful...
  • Page 76 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 77 Klasse B. Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Meitnerstr. 9, D-70563 Stuttgart. Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement...
  • Page 78 Ouvir sons com mais de 85 decibéis por longos períodos pode provocar danos ao sistema auditivo. Enable or disable the ErP LPS compliance mode Lenovo computers meet the eco-design requirements of the ErP Lot 3 regulation. For more information, go https://www.lenovo.com/ecodeclaration You can enable the ErP LPS compliance mode to reduce the consumption of electricity when the computer is off or in sleep mode.
  • Page 79 For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to: https://www.energystar.gov Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to-day operations. To help in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset a default power plan. Appendix C. Compliance information...
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  • Page 81: Appendix D. Notices And Trademarks

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
  • Page 82 Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. This document is copyrighted by Lenovo and is not covered by any open source license, including any Linux agreement(s) which may accompany software included with this product. Lenovo may update this document at any time without notice.

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