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Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual (100 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 30 MB

Table of Contents
3
About this Manual

5
Chapter 1. Important Safety Information

7
Chapter 2. Important Service Information

33
- Strategy for Replacing Frus
  33
- Strategy for Replacing Frus for CTO, Special-Bid, and Standard Models
  34
  - Product Definition
    34
  - FRU Identification
    34
Chapter 3. Product Overview

35
- Front
  35
- Rear
  36
Chapter 4. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index

37
- Service Checkout
  37
  - Problem Determination Tips
    37
- Symptom-To-FRU Index
  38
  - Hard Disk Drive Boot Error
    38
  - Power Supply Problems
    39
  - Beep Symptoms
    39
  - POST Error Codes
    39
  - Miscellaneous Error Conditions
    41
  - Undetermined Problems
    43
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, and Recovery

45
- Basic Procedure for Resolving Computer Problems
  45
- Troubleshooting
  45
  - Startup Problems
    46
  - Audio Problems
    47
  - Network Problems
    47
  - Performance Problems
    50
  - Storage Drive Problems
    51
  - CD or DVD Problems
    51
  - Serial Connector Problems
    52
  - USB Device Problems
    52
  - Software Problems
    53
- Diagnostics
  53
  - Lenovo Diagnostic Tools
    53
  - UEFI Diagnostic Program
    53
- Recovery
  54
Chapter 6. Hardware Removal and Installation

57
- Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
  57
- Service Tool Kit
  57
- Major Frus and Crus
  58
- System Board
  63
- Removing and Installing Hardware
  66
  - External Options
    66
  - Power Adapter and Power Cord
    66
  - Power Adapter Bracket
    67
  - Vertical Stand
    68
  - VESA Mount Bracket
    69
  - External Optical Drive Box and External Optical Drive
    70
  - Dust Shield
    71
  - External Wi-Fi Antenna
    73
  - Computer Cover
    73
  - Hard Disk Drive and Hard Disk Drive Bracket
    74
  - Pcie Card and Pcie Converter (for M90Q Gen 2 Only)
    76
  - Internal Speaker
    79
  - System Fan
    79
  - Coin-Cell Battery
    81
  - Wi-Fi Card and Wi-Fi Card Shield
    82
  - Bottom Cover
    83
  - M.2 Solid-State Drive
    84
  - Memory Module
    87
  - Rear Wi-Fi Antenna Cable
    89
- Front Wi-Fi Antenna
  89
- Antenna Bracket
  90
- I/O Bracket (for M90Q Gen 2 Only)
  90
- I/O Board
  91
- Heat Sink
  92
- Microprocessor
  93
- System Board
  94
Chapter 7. Notices and Trademarks

97

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual (98 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 32 MB

Table of Contents

3
. Product Overview

35
- Chapter 3. Product Overview
  
  35
  - Front
    35
  - Rear
    36
  - M70Q Gen 5
    36
  - Item
    36
  - Description
    36
  - Usb)
    36
  - Headset Connector
    36
  - M90Q Gen 5
    37
  - Item Description Item
    37
- Chapter 4. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index
  
  39
  - Service Checkout
    39
  - Problem Determination Tips
    39
  - Symptom-To-FRU Index
    40
  - Hard Disk Drive Boot Error
    40
  - Power Supply Problems
    41
  - Beep Symptoms
    41
  - POST Error Codes
    42
  - Miscellaneous Error Conditions
    43
  - Undetermined Problems
    45
  - Recover from a BIOS Update Failure
    45
  - Clear CMOS
    46
- Chapter 5. Diagnostics
  
  47
- Chapter 6. Hardware Removal and Installation
  
  51
  - Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
    51
  - Service Tool Kit
    51
  - Major Frus and Crus
    53
  - Thinkcentre LED
    54
  - System Board Connector
    58
  - Removing and Installing Hardware
    61
  - External Options
    61
  - Power Cord and Ac Power Adapter
    61
  - Power Adapter Cage
    62
  - VESA Mount Bracket
    68
  - Vertical Stand
    69
  - External Wi-Fi Antenna
    69
  - Dust Filter
    70
  - Computer Cover
    71
  - Internal Speaker
    72
  - System Fan and Heat Sink
    73
  - PCI-Express Card and PCI-Express Converter (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
    77
  - Thunderbolt 4 Card Module (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
    80
  - I/O Bracket (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
    82
  - Optional Card Module
    83
  - Bottom Cover (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
    83
  - M.2 Solid-State Drive
    84
  - Memory Module
    85
  - Wi-Fi Card and Wi-Fi Card Cover
    86
  - Rear Wi-Fi Antenna Cable
    87
  - Front Wi-Fi Antenna
    87
  - Antenna Bracket
    88
  - PCH Heat Sink (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
    89
  - Microprocessor
    90
  - System Board
    91
- Chapter 7. Notices and Trademarks
  
  95

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual (98 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 32 MB

Table of Contents
3
About this Manual
5
Chapter 1. Important Safety Information
7
General Safety
7
Electrical Safety
8
Safety Inspection Guide
9
Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices
10
Grounding Requirements
10
Safety Notices (Multi-Lingual Translations)
10
Chapter 2. Important Service Information
33
Strategy for Replacing Frus
33
Strategy for Replacing a Hard Disk Drive or a Solid-State Drive
33
Important Notice for Replacing a System Board
33
How to Use Error Codes
34
Strategy for Replacing Frus for CTO, Special-Bid, and Standard Models
34
Product Definition
34
FRU Identification
34
Chapter 3. Product Overview
35
Front
35
Rear
36
M70Q Gen 5
36
Item
36
Description
36
Usb)
36
Headset Connector
36
M90Q Gen 5
37
Item Description Item
37
Chapter 4. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index
39
Service Checkout
39
Problem Determination Tips
39
Symptom-To-FRU Index
40
Hard Disk Drive Boot Error
40
Power Supply Problems
41
Beep Symptoms
41
POST Error Codes
42
Miscellaneous Error Conditions
43
Undetermined Problems
45
Recover from a BIOS Update Failure
45
Clear CMOS
46
Chapter 5. Diagnostics
47
Basic Procedure for Resolving Computer Problems
47
UEFI Diagnostic Program
47
Lenovo Diagnostic Tools
48
Self-Help Resources
48
Chapter 6. Hardware Removal and Installation
51
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
51
Service Tool Kit
51
Major Frus and Crus
53
Thinkcentre LED
54
System Board Connector
58
Removing and Installing Hardware
61
External Options
61
Power Cord and Ac Power Adapter
61
Power Adapter Cage
62
VESA Mount Bracket
68
Vertical Stand
69
External Wi-Fi Antenna
69
Dust Filter
70
Computer Cover
71
Internal Speaker
72
System Fan and Heat Sink
73
PCI-Express Card and PCI-Express Converter (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
77
Thunderbolt 4 Card Module (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
80
I/O Bracket (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
82
Optional Card Module
83
Bottom Cover (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
83
M.2 Solid-State Drive
84
Memory Module
85
Wi-Fi Card and Wi-Fi Card Cover
86
Rear Wi-Fi Antenna Cable
87
Front Wi-Fi Antenna
87
Antenna Bracket
88
PCH Heat Sink (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
89
Microprocessor
90
System Board
91
Chapter 7. Notices and Trademarks
95

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 Manual (76 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 18 MB

Table of Contents
3
Discover Your Lenovo Computer
5
Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

7
- Front
  7
- Rear
  9
- Features and Specifications
  10
- USB Specifications
  11
Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

13
Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

15
Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer and Information

19
- Lock the Computer
  19
- UEFI BIOS Passwords
  19
- Use Software Security Solutions
  20
- Windows Firewalls
  20
- Antivirus Programs
  21
- Computrace Agent Software Embedded in Firmware (for Selected Models)
  21
- Use BIOS Security Solutions
  21
- Wipe the Storage Drive Data
  21
- Cover Presence Switch
  22
- Intel BIOS Guard
  22
- Smart USB Protection
  22
Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS

23
Chapter 6. Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, and Recovery

29
- Basic Procedure for Resolving Computer Problems
  29
- Troubleshooting
  29
- Startup Problems
  30
- Audio Problems
  31
- Network Problems
  31
- Performance Problems
  34
- Storage Drive Problems
  35
- CD or DVD Problems
  35
- Serial Connector Problems
  36
- USB Device Problems
  36
- Software Problems
  37
- Lenovo Diagnostic Tools
  37
- Recovery
  37
- Restore System Files and Settings to an Earlier Point
  37
- Restore Your Files from a Backup
  37
- Reset Your Computer
  37
- Use Advanced Options
  38
- Windows Automatic Recovery
  38
- Create and Use a Recovery USB Device
  38
- Update the Device Driver
  38
Chapter 7. CRU Replacement

41
- CRU List
  41
- Remove or Replace a CRU
  42
- Power Adapter and Power Cord
  42
- Power Adapter Bracket
  43
- Vertical Stand
  44
- VESA Mount Bracket
  45
- External Optical Drive Box and External Optical Drive
  45
- Dust Shield
  47
- External Wi-Fi Antenna
  49
- Computer Cover
  49
- Hard Disk Drive and Hard Disk Drive Bracket
  50
- Internal Speaker
  52
- System Fan
  53
- Coin-Cell Battery
  54
- Wi-Fi Card and Wi-Fi Card Shield
  55
- Bottom Cover
  56
- Memory Module
  57
- M.2 Solid-State Drive
  59
Chapter 8. Help and Support

63
- Self-Help Resources
  63
- Call Lenovo
  64
- Before You Contact Lenovo
  64
- Lenovo Customer Support Center
  64
- Purchase Additional Services
  65
Appendix A. Accessibility and Ergonomic Information

67
Appendix B. Compliance Information

71
Appendix C. Notices and Trademarks

73

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 User Manual (70 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 28 MB

Table of Contents
3
Discover Your Lenovo Computer
5
Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

7
- Front
  7
- Rear
  9
- Features and Specifications
  11
- USB Specifications
  12
Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

15
Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

17
Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer and Information

19
Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS

23
Chapter 6. CRU Replacement

29
- CRU List
  29
- Remove or Replace a CRU
  30
- Power Adapter and Power Cord
  30
- Power Adapter Bracket
  31
- VESA Mount Bracket
  36
- Vertical Stand
  36
- External Wi-Fi Antenna
  37
- External Optical Drive Box and External Optical Drive
  38
- Dust Shield
  40
- Computer Cover
  41
- Hard Disk Drive and Hard Disk Drive Bracket
  42
- Internal Speaker
  44
- System Fan
  45
- Coin-Cell Battery
  47
- Pcie Card and Pcie Converter (Only for M90Q Gen 4)
  48
- Thunderbolt 4 Card Module (Only for M90Q Gen 4)
  51
- I/O Bracket (for M80Q Gen 4 and M90Q Gen 4)
  53
- I/O Board
  53
- Heat Sink
  54
- Bottom Cover
  55
- M.2 Solid-State Drive
  56
- Memory Module
  57
Chapter 7. Help and Support

59
- Self-Help Resources
  59
- Lenovo Diagnostic Tools
  59
- Call Lenovo
  60
- Before You Contact Lenovo
  60
- Lenovo Customer Support Center
  60
- Purchase Additional Services
  61

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 User Manual (68 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Laptop | Size: 19 MB

Table of Contents
3
Discover Your Lenovo Computer
5
Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

7
- Front
  7
- Rear
  9
- Features and Specifications
  11
- USB Specifications
  12
Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

15
Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

17
Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer and Information

21
- Lock the Computer
  21
- UEFI BIOS Passwords
  21
- Certificate Based BIOS Management
  22
- Use Software Security Solutions
  23
- Windows Firewalls
  23
- Computrace Agent Software Embedded in Firmware (for Selected Models)
  23
- Use BIOS Security Solutions
  23
- Wipe the Storage Drive Data
  23
- Cover Presence Switch
  24
- Intel BIOS Guard
  24
- Smart USB Protection
  24
Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS

27
Chapter 6. Diagnostics

33
- Lenovo Diagnostic Tools
  33
- The Vantage App
  33
Chapter 7. CRU Replacement

35
- CRU List
  35
- Remove or Replace a CRU
  36
- Power Adapter and Power Cord
  36
- Power Adapter Bracket
  37
- VESA Mount Bracket
  42
- Vertical Stand
  42
- External Wi-Fi Antenna
  43
- External Optical Drive Box and External Optical Drive
  44
- Dust Shield
  46
- Computer Cover
  47
- Hard Disk Drive and Hard Disk Drive Bracket
  48
- Internal Speaker
  50
- System Fan
  51
- Coin-Cell Battery
  53
- Wi-Fi Card and Wi-Fi Card Shield
  54
- Bottom Cover
  55
- M.2 Solid-State Drive
  55
- Memory Module
  56
Chapter 8. Help and Support

59
- Self-Help Resources
  59
- Call Lenovo
  61
- Before You Contact Lenovo
  61
- Lenovo Customer Support Center
  61
- Purchase Additional Services
  62
Appendix A. Compliance Information

63

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 User Manual (60 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 23 MB

Table of Contents
3
About this Documentation
5
Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

7
- Front
  7
- Rear
  9
- Specifications
  11
- USB Specifications
  12
- The Vantage App
  13
Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

15
- Access Networks
  15
- Connect an External Display
  15
- Connect to a Bluetooth Device (for Selected Models)
  15
- Conventional Pair
  15
- Swift Pair
  16
- Intel Turbo Boost Technology
  16
- ICE Performance Mode
  17
- Smart Power-On Feature (for Selected Models)
  17
- Set the Power Plan
  17
- Security
  18
- Lock the Computer
  18
- Smart USB Protection
  18
- Use Software Security Solutions
  19
Chapter 3. UEFI BIOS

21
Chapter 4. CRU Replacement

23
- CRU List
  23
- Power Cord and Ac Power Adapter
  24
- Power Adapter Cage
  25
- VESA Mount Bracket
  30
- Vertical Stand
  30
- External Wi-Fi Antenna
  31
- Dust Filter
  32
- Computer Cover
  33
- Internal Speaker
  34
- System Fan and Heat Sink
  35
- PCI-Express Card and PCI-Express Converter (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
  39
- Thunderbolt 4 Card Module (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
  41
- I/O Bracket (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
  44
- Optional Card Module
  44
- Bottom Cover (Only for M90Q Gen 5)
  45
- M.2 Solid-State Drive
  46
- Memory Module
  47
Chapter 5. Help and Support

49
Appendix A. Notice for USB Connector Name Update

55
Appendix B. Notices and Trademarks

57

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 User Manual (66 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 30 MB

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Table of Contents

About this Manual

Chapter 1. Important Safety Information

Chapter 2. Important Service Information

Chapter 3. Product Overview

Chapter 4. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, and Recovery

Chapter 6. Hardware Removal and Installation

Chapter 7. Notices and Trademarks

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Important Safety Information

Chapter 2. Important Service Information

. Product Overview

Chapter 3. Product Overview

Chapter 4. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index

Chapter 5. Diagnostics

Chapter 6. Hardware Removal and Installation

Chapter 7. Notices and Trademarks

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer and Information

Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS

Chapter 6. Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, and Recovery

Chapter 7. CRU Replacement

Chapter 8. Help and Support

Appendix A. Accessibility and Ergonomic Information

Appendix B. Compliance Information

Appendix C. Notices and Trademarks

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer and Information

Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS

Chapter 6. CRU Replacement

Chapter 7. Help and Support

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer and Information

Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS

Chapter 6. Diagnostics

Chapter 7. CRU Replacement

Chapter 8. Help and Support

Appendix A. Compliance Information

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

Chapter 3. UEFI BIOS

Chapter 4. CRU Replacement

Chapter 5. Help and Support

Appendix A. Notice for USB Connector Name Update

Appendix B. Notices and Trademarks

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