Lenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop User Guide
- June 16, 2024
- Lenovo
Table of Contents
ideacentre
310A/510A Series
Quick Start Guide
Accessing other manuals
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- Open the Start menu and then click or tap Lenovo Companion.
- Click or tap Support → User Guide.
For models without Lenovo Companion:
Open the Start menu and then click or tap Manual to access this guide.
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Downloading manuals
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Service and Support information
The following information describes the technical support that is available
for your product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of your
product.
Refer to the Lenovo Limited Warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty
terms. See “Lenovo Limited Warranty notice” later in this document for details
on accessing the full warranty. If you purchased Lenovo services, refer to the
following terms and conditions for detailed information:
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- Online technical support is available during the lifetime of a product at: http://www.lenovo.com/support
Replacing or upgrading hardware
Safety information for replacing CRUs
Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the “Important
safety information” in the Safety, Warranty, Environment, Recycling
Information Guide and Important Product Information Guide that was included
with your computer.
If you no longer have this copy of the Safety, Warranty, Environment,
Recycling Information Guide and Important Product Information Guide, you can
obtain one online from the website at http://www.lenovo.com/UserManuals.
Pre-disassembly instructions
Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following:
- Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals.
- Unplug all power and signal cables from the computer.
- Place the system on a flat, stable surface.
The CRUs for your computer including: keyboard, mouse, hard disk drive,
optical drive, card reader module, PCI express adapter, and memory module.
This part contains instructions for replacing the following parts:
- Card reader module (Follow steps: 1 2 3 )
- Optical drive (Follow steps: 1 2 4 )
- Hard disk drive (Follow steps: 1 2 5 )
- PCI express adapter (Follow steps: 1 2 6 )
- Memory module (Follow steps: 1 2 7 )
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Removing the computer cover
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Removing the front bezel
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Replacing the card reader module
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Replacing the optical drive
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Replacing a hard disk drive
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Replacing a PCI express adapter
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Replacing a memory module
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Unpacking
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Connecting the keyboard and mouse1.
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Connecting the Ethernet cable
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Connecting the monitor
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Choosing the right voltage
Selected models are equipped with a voltage selection switch. You can find it at the rear of your computer. Models without a voltage selection switch control voltage automatically.
If the electricity supply range is 100-127 V AC, set the switch to 115 V.1
If the electricity supply range is 200-240 V AC, set the switch to 230 V.2 -
Connecting the power cable
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Turning on the computer
Connecting to the Internet
You need a contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and some hardware
in order to connect to the Internet. ISPs and the services they offer vary by
country. Contact your ISP for services available in your country. Your
computer supports wireless (selected models only) or wired networks that
connect your computer to other devices.
Wired network connection
For wired networks, connect one end of an Ethernet cable (purchased
separately) to the Ethernet connector on your computer, and then connect the
other end to the network router or broadband modem. Consult your ISP for
detailed setup instructions.
NOTE : Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary depending
on the manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Wireless network connection
For wireless networks, you can use the built-in Wi-Fi antenna to access your
wireless home network.
To connect your computer to the wireless network:
Click or tap the network icon on the taskbar, then select the name of your
router. Click or tap Connect, then follow the steps on the screen.
Test the wireless network by opening your Web browser and accessing any Web
site.
Front/Top view of the computer
1. Power button | 6.Microphone connector |
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2.Harddisk drive indicator | 7.Headphone connector |
3.Optical drive eject button | 8.USB3.0connectors(2) |
4.Optical Drive | 9.USB2.0connectors(2) |
5. Memory card reader | 10.USB3.0connectors(2) |
ATTENTION : Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer.
Blocked air vents may cause thermal problems.
Rear view of the computer
1. Audio connectors | 5.Ethernet connector |
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2. HDMI-out connector | 6. Power connector |
3. VGA-out connector | 7. Wi-Fi antenna 1 |
4. USB2.0connectors(2) | 8. Expansion card slots 2 |
- Selected models only.
- Some models are equipped with USB 3.0 or TV tuner card.
NOTE : If your model has two VGA monitor connectors, be sure to use the
connector on the graphics adapter.
ATTENTION : Do not open the Wi-Fi antenna cover.
1. Audio connectors | 6. Ether net connector |
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2. VGA-out connector | 7. Wi-Fi antenna 1 |
3. HDMI-out connector | 8. Expansion card slots 2 |
4. USB 3.0 connectors (2) | 9. Power connector |
5. USB 2.0 connectors (2) | 10. Serial connector |
1. Selected models only.
2. Some models are equipped with USB 3.0 or TV tuner card.
NOTE : If your model has two VGA monitor connectors, be sure to use the
connector on the graphics adapter.
ATTENTION: Do not open the Wi-Fi antenna cover.
Windows help system
The Windows help system provides you with detailed information about using the
Windows operating system.
To access the Windows help system, do the following:
Open the Start menu and then click or tap Get Started to get more details.
You can also enter Get Started or what you’re looking for in the search box on
the taskbar. You’ll get suggestions and answers to your questions about
Windows and the best search results available from your PC and the Internet.
To perform system recovery after a serious error in Windows 10, click or tap
the Start button and select Settings → Update & security → Recovery.
Then, follow the instructions on the screen for system recovery.
ATTENTION : The Windows operating system is provided by Microsoft
Corporation. Please use it in accordance with the END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT
(EULA) between you and Microsoft. For any question related to the operating
system, please contact Microsoft directly.
The following information refers to ideacentre 310A/510A series machine type:
90GS [310A-15ASR/Energy Star] / 90GT [310A-15IAP/Energy Star] 90GU [510A-
15ABR/Energy Star] / 90GV [510A-15IKL/Energy Star] The descriptions in this
guide might be different from what you see on your computer, depending on the
computer model and configuration.
Product design and specifications may be changed without notice.
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References
- Lenovo Support | Drivers, Troubleshooting, Warranty, Repair | Lenovo Support US
- Lenovo Support | Drivers, Troubleshooting, Warranty, Repair | Lenovo Support US
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