• Depending on the version of operating systems and programs, 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://smartsupport.lenovo.com...
Chapter 1. Product overview ThinkEdge SE10 series are versatile products in our ThinkEdge portfolio. These compact yet powerful devices balance environmental requirements with reliable performance and effortless deployment and maintenance. This technology was created to solve some of the toughest challenges you face when it comes to capturing data at the outermost edge for your business.
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Note: Depending on the model, some USB connectors might not be available on your computer. USB device Data rate (Gbit/s) 3.2 Gen 1 3.2 Gen 2 3.2 Gen 2 × 2 Thunderbolt 3 Thunderbolt 4 ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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Storage drive activity indicator LED status Indication The indicator is showing data transfer status. Blinking green The computer is off or in sleep mode. Wi-Fi status indicator LED status Indication The indicator is showing successful wireless network connection. Solid blue The computer is off or in sleep mode.
* for selected models DisplayPort out connector The connector supports max 4096*2160@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4. HDMI out connector The connector supports max 3840*2160@30Hz as specified in HDMI 1.4b. DC power connector (DC in 9-36 V) ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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Signal V+ (DC in) Notes: • Use the 3-pin phoenix terminal provided by Lenovo in box. • Connections made to this connector must use the cable (18 AWG-12 AWG / 105°C). • The power supply voltage tolerance is ±5%. • Torque the screws at 0.4N.m.
Nano-SIM card slot Nano-SIM card slot Note: The cellular service is provided by authorized mobile service carriers in some countries and regions. You must have a cellular plan from a service carrier to connect to the cellular network. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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Right view Figure 7. Right view — SE10 Figure 8. Right view — SE10-I Description Item ® Kensington NanoSaver lock slot Chapter 1 Product overview...
: Wireless WAN main antenna (orange) Front panel : Wireless WAN auxiliary antenna (blue) Wireless WAN antennas (4G)* : Wireless LAN auxiliary antenna (gray) Rear panel : Wireless LAN main antenna (black) Wi-Fi antennas* * for selected models ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
Features and specifications Specification Description • SE10: 0.83 L Dimensions • SE10-I: 1.45 L Maximum configuration as shipped: Weight (without packaging) • SE10: 1.5 kg (3.31 lb) • SE10-I: 2.6 kg (5.73 lb) • SE10: 65-watt automatic voltage-sensing power adapter •...
Connector name Connect USB-A compatible devices, such as a USB-A keyboard, USB-A mouse, USB-A storage device, or USB- A printer. • USB-A 2.0 connector • USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connector • USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 connector ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
• For serial connectors 1-2, see “Change the Serial Port UART type” on page 45. • For serial connectors 3-4, see “Use the software development kit (SDK)” on page 17. Table 1. RS232 Pin definition mapping table (for serial connectors 1-2) Pin number Pin definition ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
“Use the software development kit (SDK)” on page 17. Notes: • Use the 12-pin phoenix terminal provided by Lenovo in box. • Connections made to this connector must use the cable (28 AWG-14 AWG / 105°C).
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Table 5. Digital Input and Digital Output Pin definition mapping table Pin number Pin definition Digital Input-COM Digital Input-GND Digital Input-1 Digital Input-2 Digital Input-3 Digital Input-4 Digital Output-1 Digital Output-2 Digital Output-3 Digital Output-4 Digital Output-GND Digital Output-COM • Digital Input diagram ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
• Digital Output diagram POE connectors POE connectors are equipped with Intel I225 Ethernet controllers that support 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps. Each POE connector also supports POE IEEE 802.3af 15.4W to IP camera. The port provides a standard RJ- 45 jack connector with LED indicators on left and right side. Note: In industrial environments, it is recommended to use shielded network cables.
Blinking green on the right side Mbps. The indicator is showing data transfer status and the transfer speed is 10/100 Solid yellow on the left side Mbps. and LED off on the right side Remote power button connector ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
• Connections made to this connector must use the cable (28 AWG-14 AWG / 105°C). Use the software development kit (SDK) Lenovo provides a software development kit (SDK) for your computer. You can use the SDK to develop or configure the following functions or connectors based on your needs.
4. Setup Ubuntu Core OS on SE10 / SE10-I, do the following steps. a. Boot Ubuntu Core OS and press OK. b. Set network connection and ensure that it can access Ubuntu One account. c. Input the Ubuntu One account registered email address. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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This information will be shown after the device is registered. 5. Connect to a device. After setting, you can login the Ubuntu Core by SSH from the second computer in the same LAN network. Chapter 2 Customize your computer...
System board diagram Figure 13. System board diagram Restore system image to factory image Lenovo provides a Digital Download for your computer. For example, you can restore system image to factory image. To download the Digital Download: 1. Go to https://smartsupport.lenovo.com...
To use DIN bracket kit, see “DIN bracket kit” on page 45. Tiny VESA Mount (for SE10) To use Tiny VESA Mount, do the following: 1. Install two nuts to the computer. Attention: Use the screws provided by Lenovo to avoid any unpredictable damage to your computer. Step Screw (quantity) Color...
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3. Install two screws to secure the Tiny VESA Mount. Tiny Sandwich Kit (for SE10) To use Tiny Sandwich Kit, do the following: 1. Install two nuts to the computer. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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Attention: Use the screws provided by Lenovo to avoid any unpredictable damage to your computer. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M3 × 5 mm, Hexagon nut (2) Black 0.59 Nm (6.0 kgf-cm) 2. Install the Tiny Sandwich Kit. 3. Install two screws to secure the Tiny Sandwich Kit.
Connect an AC/DC power adapter to the DC power connector For selected models, you can connect an AC/DC power adapter to the DC power connector through a DC converter cable. Use the DC converter cable provided by Lenovo in box. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
Access networks Your computer helps you connect to the world through a wired or wireless network. To identify the interfaces available, use the i i p p a a command. For example: Connect to the wired Ethernet Connect your computer to a local network through the Ethernet connector on your computer with an Ethernet cable.
Use the following commands to scan available SSIDs and configure the Wi-Fi port accordingly. 1. Check and confirm if Wi-Fi is enabled. $ nmcli r wifi $ nmcli r wifi on 2. Scan available Wi-Fi list. $ nmcli dev wifi list ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
3. Create a connection with an available SSID. Add a password if needed. $ nmcli dev wifi connect <SSID name> $ nmcli dev wifi connect <SSID name> password <WIFI password> 4. List the devices managed by Network Manager and check the Wi-Fi status. $ nmcli dev Once the Wi-Fi has been configured successfully, you can use the following commands to disconnect or connect the target SSID.
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Enter SIM PIN to unlock SIM (optional). $ sudo mmcli -i 0 --pin=<PIN> e. Enable the modem. $ sudo mmcli -m 0 --enable f. Establish an IP connection by n n m m c c l l i i command. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
$ sudo nmcli c add type gsm ifname <interface> con-name <name> apn <operator_apn> $ sudo nmcli connection up id <name> Notes: • < < i i n n t t e e r r f f a a c c e e > > is the string listed as “primary port:” in the output from sudo mmcli -m <N>. For above snapshot, it’s cdc-wdm2.
1. Locate the TF card slot. 2. Ensure that the metal contacts on the card are facing the ones in the TF card slot. Insert the card firmly into the TF card slot until it is secured in place. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking device and security feature. Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of the locking device and security feature. You can purchase computer locks from Lenovo.
You should record your passwords and store them in a safe place. If you forget the passwords, contact a Lenovo-authorized service provider to have the passwords removed. Note: If the hard disk password is forgotten, Lenovo cannot remove the password or recover data from the storage drive.
6. Select the storage drive you will wipe and click NEXT. 7. Select the entire storage drive or partition to wipe as desired. 8. Select the method as desired and click NEXT. 9. Click Yes to confirm your option when the prompting window is displayed. 10.
• If the storage device is a disc, ensure that the computer is on or turn on the computer. Then, insert the disc into the optical drive. • If the storage device is an external device other than a disc, connect the storage device to the computer. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
3. Enable or disable the feature as desired. 4. Press F10 or Fn+F10 to save the changes and exit. Enable or disable the ErP LPS compliance mode Lenovo computers meet the eco-design requirements of the ErP regulation. For more information, go to: https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/compliance/eco-declaration Chapter 5...
BIOS. You can update the BIOS from your operating system or a flash update disc (supported only on selected models). Download and install the latest UEFI BIOS update package by one of the following methods: • Using the built-in software update service: ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
Ubuntu software update will check the Linux Vendor Firmware Service (LVFS) site for any firmware updates and notify you when updates are available. • From the Lenovo Support Web site: 1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com 2. Download the flash BIOS update driver for the operating system version or the ISO image version (used to create a flash update disc).
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10. Turn on the computer and the monitor. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. 11. To prevent data loss, ensure that BIOS settings are restored to an earlier point. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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.
1. Turn off all connected devices and the computer. 2. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer. Removal steps 1. Remove the power adapter. 2. Remove the power cord. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
DIN bracket kit Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Avoid contact with the hot computer. During operation, the computer becomes hot enough to burn the skin. Before you touch the computer, turn off the computer, disconnect power, and wait approximately 30 minutes for the computer to cool.
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2. Remove the DIN bracket and screws. Attention: Use the screws provided by Lenovo to avoid any unpredictable damage to your computer. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M4 × L8 mm, flat-head (4) Black 0.78 Nm (8.0 kgf-cm) 3. Install the DIN bracket to the computer.
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4. Install the computer with the DIN bracket to the rail. Note: Prepare a rail in advance if needed. Attention: Use the screws provided by Lenovo to avoid any unpredictable damage to your computer. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M4 × L8 mm, flat-head (4) Black 0.78 Nm...
4. Remove the bracket, if any. See “DIN bracket kit” on page 45. 5. Turn over the computer so that the bottom cover is facing up. Removal steps 1. Remove the bottom cover. Attention: Use the screws provided by Lenovo to avoid any unpredictable damage to your computer. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 ×...
Memory module Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Avoid contact with the hot computer. During operation, the computer becomes hot enough to burn the skin. Before you touch the computer, turn off the computer, disconnect power, and wait approximately 30 minutes for the computer to cool.
Item Expansion module DI/DO dummy bracket DI/DO expansion card POE expansion card Serial expansion card CANbus expansion card Dummy expansion bracket Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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Avoid contact with the hot computer. During operation, the computer becomes hot enough to burn the skin. Before you touch the computer, turn off the computer, disconnect power, and wait approximately 30 minutes for the computer to cool. For access, do the following: 1.
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POE expansion card Replacement steps 1. Remove the POE expansion card. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque Black 0.215 Nm M2 × L4 mm, flat-head (4) (2.2 kgf-cm ± 0.25 kgf-cm) 2. Install the POE expansion card. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × L4 mm, flat-head (4) Black 0.215 Nm (2.2 kgf-cm ± 0.25 kgf-cm) CANbus expansion card / Serial expansion card / Dummy expansion bracket Replacement steps 1. Remove the expansion card or bracket. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque...
4. Remove the bottom cover. See “Bottom cover” on page 48. 5. Remove the corresponding expansion card that impede access to the heat sink of PCIe. See “Expansion modules” on page 50. Replacement steps 1. Remove the heat sink of PCIe. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × L4 mm, flat-head (2) Silver 0.215 Nm (2.2 kgf-cm ± 0.25 kgf-cm) 2. Install the heat sink of PCIe. Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × L4 mm, flat-head (2) Silver 0.215 Nm (2.2 kgf-cm ±...
6. Remove the heat sink of PCIe. See “Heat sink of PCIe” on page 54. Replacement steps • Type 1: 2280 1. Remove the M.2 solid-state drive. Note: A thermal pad might cover the M.2 solid-state drive. To access the M.2 solid-state drive, peel off the thermal pad first. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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Attention: Use the screws provided by Lenovo to avoid any unpredictable damage to your computer. Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × L4 mm, flat-head (1) Silver 0.215 Nm (2.2 kgf-cm ± 0.25 kgf-cm) 2. Install the M.2 solid-state drive.
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Attention: Use the screws provided by Lenovo to avoid any unpredictable damage to your computer. Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × L4 mm, flat-head (1) Silver 0.215 Nm (2.2 kgf-cm ± 0.25 kgf-cm) • Type 2: 2230 1. Remove the M.2 solid-state drive.
(2.2 kgf-cm ± 0.25 kgf-cm) 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. To shop at Lenovo, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories...
Ubuntu help information https://ubuntu.com/core/docs 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: •...
• Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.
The LLW also is preinstalled on the computer. To access the LLW, go to the following directory: /opt/Lenovo If you cannot view the LLW either from the Web site or from your computer, contact your local Lenovo office or reseller to obtain a printed version of the LLW.
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GNU General Public License and/or the Lesser General Public License for more information. To view additional information regarding licenses, acknowledgments and required copyright notices for the open source software shipped on your Device, go to /usr/share/doc/*/copyright. ThinkEdge SE10 User Guide...
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Appendix B. Compliance information Note: For more compliance information, refer to Generic Safety and Compliance Notices at https:// smartsupport.lenovo.com Certification-related information Product name: ThinkEdge SE10 Machine types Machine volume Operating temperature 12NH, 12NJ, 12NQ, 12NR SE10: 0.83 L 0°C–50°C (32°F–122°F) 12NK, 12NL, 12NS, 12NT SE10-I: 1.45 L...
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