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Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 50s i5-12400 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Questo manuale d’istruzione è fornito da trovaprezzi.it. Scopri tutte le offerte per Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 50s i5-12400 / 16GB / 512GB / Windows 11 Pro o cerca il tuo prodotto tra le migliori offerte di PC Desktop e Workstation neo 50s Gen 3...
  • Page 2 • Setup Guide First Edition (November 2021) © Copyright Lenovo 2021. 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

    Wipe the storage drive data ..Call Lenovo ....Cover presence switch ..
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  • Page 5: Discover Your Lenovo Computer

    Discover your Lenovo computer ® Thank you for choosing a Lenovo computer! 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.
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  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    • Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode. • Blinking: The computer is in sleep mode. Related topics • “USB specifications” on page 6. • “Use the optical drive (for selected models)” on page 10. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...
  • Page 8 • “Use a media card (for selected models)” on page 11. neo 50s Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 9: Rear

    Rear ™ 1. Audio line-out connector 2. HDMI out connector ™ 3. DisplayPort out connector 4. VGA-out connector 6. USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 (with smart power-on 5. USB 2.0 connectors feature) 8. PCI-Express card area 7. USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 10.
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  • Page 11: Features And Specifications

    Features and specifications For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com • Width: 100.0 mm (3.9 inches) Dimensions • Height: 274.8 mm (10.8 inches) • Depth: 308.0 mm (12.1 inches) Weight (without packaging) Maximum configuration as shipped: 4.5 kg (9.9 lb) Type Device Manager in the Windows search box and then press Enter.

  • Page 12: Usb Specifications

    5 V and 3 A. • Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your computer functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories • USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector Statement on USB transfer rate Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    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. Manage cables with a smart cable clip Note: You can purchase a smart cable clip from Lenovo. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...
  • Page 14 To manage cables of devices (such as the keyboard and the mouse) with a smart cable clip: 1. Pull the cables through the dents in the clip. 2. Install the clip as shown. neo 50s Gen 3 User Guide...

  • Page 15: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    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. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...

  • Page 16: Use The Optical Drive (For Selected Models)

    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 models) If your computer has an optical drive, read the following information. Know the type of your optical drive 1.

  • Page 17: Use A Media Card (For Selected Models)

    3. Press the card and remove it from your computer. Store the card safely for future use. 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.
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  • Page 19: Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer And Information

    Chapter 4. Secure your computer and information Lock the computer Note: 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. Padlock Locking the computer cover through a padlock prevents unauthorized access to the inside of your computer.

  • Page 20: Uefi Bios Passwords

    UEFI BIOS passwords You can set passwords in UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) to strengthen the security of your computer. Password types You can set a power-on password, supervisor password, system management password, or hard disk password in UEFI BIOS to prevent unauthorized access to your computer.

  • Page 21: Use Software Security Solutions

    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.

  • Page 22: Cover Presence Switch

    3. Press F10 or Fn+F10 to save the changes and exit. 4. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F12 or Fn+F12. 5. Select App Menu ➙ secure wipe and press Enter. 6. Select the storage drive you will wipe and click NEXT. 7.
  • Page 23 2. Select Security ➙ Smart USB Protection and press Enter. 3. Select the desired setting and press Enter. 4. Press F10 or Fn+F10 to save the changes and exit. Chapter 4 Secure your computer and information...
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  • Page 25: Chapter 5. Uefi Bios

    UEFI BIOS supports three or four display languages: English, French, simplified Chinese, and Russian (for selected models). To change the display language of UEFI BIOS: 1. Select Main ➙ Language and press Enter. 2. Set the display language as desired. © Copyright Lenovo 2021...

  • Page 26: Set The System Date And Time

    Set the system date and time 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. 2. Select Main ➙ System Time & Date and press Enter. 3. Set the system date and time as desired. 4.

  • Page 27: Enable Or Disable The Automatic Power-On Feature

    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 Lot 3 regulation. For more information, go https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/compliance/eco-declaration You can enable the ErP LPS compliance mode to reduce the consumption of electricity when the computer is off or in sleep mode.

  • Page 28: Change The Its Performance Mode

    Microsoft constantly makes updates to the Windows operating system. Before installing a particular Windows version, check the compatibility list for the Windows version. For details, go to: https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/windows-support To change the BIOS settings: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1.

  • Page 29: Update Uefi Bios

    Open the Vantage app to check the available update packages. If the latest UEFI BIOS update package is available, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the package. • From the Lenovo Support Web site: 1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com 2.
  • Page 30 8. Move the jumper back to the standard position. 9. Reinstall all the parts that have been removed. Then, reconnect the power cords for the computer and the monitor to electrical outlets. 10. Turn on the computer and the monitor. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. 11.

  • Page 31: Chapter 6. Diagnostics

    If you are unable to isolate and resolve the problem after running the Vantage app, save and print the log files created by the program. You might need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
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  • Page 33: Chapter 7. 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 34: Remove Or Replace A Cru

    * for selected models Remove or replace a CRU This section provides instructions on how to remove or replace a CRU. Vertical stand Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1.

  • Page 35: Front Bezel

    2. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer. 3. Unlock any locking device that secures the computer cover. 4. Remove the vertical stand if any. See “Vertical Stand” on page 28. Removal steps Front bezel Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.

  • Page 36: Optical Drive

    Optical drive Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 28. 2. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 29. 3.

  • Page 37: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard disk drive Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines: •...
  • Page 38 • Before replacing the internal storage drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep. • Do not touch the contact edge of the internal storage drive. Otherwise, the internal storage drive might get damaged. •...
  • Page 39 Chapter 7 CRU replacement...
  • Page 40 Replacement procedure of the 3.5-inch hard disk drive and bracket neo 50s Gen 3 User Guide...
  • Page 41 Chapter 7 CRU replacement...

  • Page 42: Memory Module

    Memory module Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Ensure that you follow the installation order for memory modules shown in the following illustration. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 28. 2.

  • Page 43: M.2 Solid-State Drive

    3. Remove the optical drive, if any. See “Optical drive” on page 30. 4. Remove the hard disk drive, if any. See “Hard disk drive” on page 31. Replacement procedure M.2 solid-state drive Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. The heat sink might be very hot.

  • Page 44: Coin-Cell Battery

    2. Remove the front bezel. See “Front bezel” on page 29. 3. Remove the optical drive, if any. See “Optical drive” on page 30. 4. Remove the hard disk drive, if any. See “Hard disk drive” on page 31. Removal steps Remove the M.2 solid-state drive depending on the computer model: •...

  • Page 45: Heat-Sink-And-Fan Assembly

    Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in features, such as parallel connector assignments (configurations). A coin-cell battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer. The coin-cell battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life; however, no coin-cell battery lasts forever.
  • Page 46 Replacement procedure 1. Follow the following sequence to loosen the four screws that secure the heat-sink-and-fan assembly to the system board. Then, lift the heat-sink-and-fan assembly off the system board. • Partially loosen screw , fully loosen screw , and then fully loosen screw •...

  • Page 47: Pci-Express Connector Cable

    PCI-Express connector cable Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Computer cover” on page 28. 2. Disconnect the PCI-Express connector cable from the system board. Removal steps PCI-Express card Prerequisite...

  • Page 48: Power Supply Assembly

    Replacement procedure Note: Before installing a new PCI-Express card, remove the PCI-Express connector cables (if any) that impede the installation. See “PCI-Express connector cable” on page 41. Power supply assembly Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Although there are no moving parts in the computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety.
  • Page 49 Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. For access, do the following: 1.
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  • Page 51: Chapter 8. Help And Support

    How to access? • https://www.lenovo.com/tips Troubleshooting and frequently asked questions • https://forums.lenovo.com Accessibility information https://www.lenovo.com/accessibility • Use Lenovo recovery options. 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/ HowToCreateLenovoRecovery 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. • Use Windows recovery options. Reset or restore Windows 1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com...
  • Page 52 Resources How to access? Lenovo Support Web site with the latest support information of the following: • Drivers and software • Diagnostic solutions https://pcsupport.lenovo.com • Product and service warranty • Product and parts details • Knowledge base and frequently asked questions •...

  • Page 53: 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 54: Purchase Additional Services

    • 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.

  • Page 55: Appendix A. Compliance Information

    • Operating: From 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F) • Storage: – For common desktop computers: From -40°C (-40°F) to 60°C (140°F) – For all-in-one desktop computers: From -20°C (-4°F) to 60°C (140°F) Relative humidity • Operating: 20%-80% (non-condensing) • Storage: 10%–90% (non-condensing) © Copyright Lenovo 2021...
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  • Page 57: Appendix B. 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 58 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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