Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 3 Premium Sleek 23.8″ all-in-one Desktop PC User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Lenovo
Table of Contents
- Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 3 Premium Sleek 23.8″ all-in-one Desktop PC
- OVERVIEW
- PERFORMANCE
- Operating System
- Graphics
- Monitor Support
- Chipset
- Memory
- Storage
- Removable Storage
- Multi-Media
- Power Supply
- DESIGN
- Input Device
- Mechanical
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- CONNECTIVITY
- Ports
- Monitor Cable
- SECURITY & PRIVACY
- MANAGEABILITY
- SERVICE
- ENVIRONMENTAL
- CERTIFICATIONS
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Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 3 Premium Sleek 23.8″ all-in-one Desktop PC
OVERVIEW
1. 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 7. Microphone mute button |
---|
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer and 15W charging)
| ****
8. PC / monitor mode switch
3. Ethernet (RJ-45)| 9. 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2
4.
HDMI (HDMI in 1.4 / HDMI out 2.1 TMDS combo port)
| ****
10. Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
5. DisplayPort 1.4| 11. Card reader *
6. Power connector| 12. Power button
PERFORMANCE
Processor
Processor Family
Processor Name| Cores| Threads| Base Frequency| Max Frequency| Cache| Memory
Support| Processor Graphics
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Celeron G6900| 2| 2| 3.4GHz| –| 4MB| DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics 710
Pentium Gold G7400| 2| 4| 3.7GHz| –| 6MB| DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics 710
Core i3-12100| 4 (4 P-core +
0 E-core)
| 8| P-core 3.3GHz| P-core 4.3GHz| 12MB| DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics 730
Core i3-12300| 4 (4 P-core +
0 E-core)
| 8| P-core 3.5GHz| P-core 4.4GHz| 12MB| DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics 730
Core i5-12400| 6 (6 P-core +
0 E-core)
| 12| P-core 2.5GHz| P-core 4.4GHz| 18MB| DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics 730
Core i5-12500| 6 (6 P-core +
0 E-core)
| 12| P-core 3.0GHz| P-core 4.6GHz| 18MB| DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics 770
Core i5-12600| 6 (6 P-core +
0 E-core)
| 12| P-core 3.3GHz| P-core 4.8GHz| 18MB| DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics 770
Core i7-12700| 12 (8 P-core +
4 E-core)
| 20| P-core 2.1GHz / E- core 1.6GHz| P-core 4.8GHz / E- core 3.6GHz| 25MB|
DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics 770
Core i9-12900| 16 (8 P-core +
8 E-core)
| 24| P-core 2.4GHz / E- core 1.8GHz| P-core 5.0GHz / E- core 3.8GHz| 30MB| DDR4-3200| Intel UHD Graphics 770
Operating System
Operating System**
- Windows® 11 Pro 64
- Windows 11 Home 64
- Windows 11 DG Windows 10 Pro 64
- No operating system
Graphics
Graphics | Type | Memory | Connector | Max Resolution | Key Features | Remark |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intel UHD graphics 710 | Integrated | Shared | 1x HDMI® 2.1 TMDS, |
1x DP 1.4
| 4096×2160@60Hz(HDMI),
5120×2160@60Hz(DP)
| DirectX® 12| –
Intel UHD graphics 730| Integrated| Shared| 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS,
1x DP 1.4
| 4096×2160@60Hz(HDMI),
5120×2160@60Hz(DP)
| DirectX 12| –
Intel UHD graphics 770| Integrated| Shared| 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS,
1x DP 1.4
| 4096×2160@60Hz(HDMI),
5120×2160@60Hz(DP)
| DirectX 12| –
NVIDIA® GeForce MX550| Discrete| 2GB GDDR6| 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS,
1x DP 1.4
| 4096×2160@60Hz(HDMI),
5120×2160@60Hz(DP)
| DirectX 12| –
Monitor Support
Supports up to 3 independent displays via native display and 2 external monitor; supports external monitors via DisplayPort™ and HDMI; work as standalone monitor via HDMI (HDMI in / out combo)
Chipset
Chipset
Intel Q670 Chipset
Memory
- Max Memory: Up to 64GB DDR4-3200
- Memory Slots: Two DDR4 SO-DIMM slots, dual-channel capable
- Memory Type: DDR4-3200
Notes: The max memory is based on the test results with current Lenovo® memory offerings. The system may support more memory as the technology develops.
Storage
Up to three drives, 2x 2.5″ HDD + 1x M.2 SSD
- 2.5″ HDD up to 2TB each
- M.2 SSD up to 1TB
**Storage Type*****
Disk Type | Interface | RPM | Security |
---|---|---|---|
2.5″ SATA HDD | SATA 6Gb/s | 5.4K | – |
2.5″ SATA HDD | SATA 6Gb/s | 7.2K | – |
M.2 2280 SSD | PCIe® NVMe®, PCIe 3.0 x4 | – | Opal2 |
M.2 2280 SSD | PCIe NVMe, PCIe 4.0 x4 Value | – | Opal2 |
M.2 2280 SSD | PCIe NVMe, PCIe 4.0 x4 Performance | – | Opal2 |
RAID
RAID 0/1 support for HDDs
Notes:
- The storage capacity supported is based on the test results with current Lenovo storage offerings. The system may support larger storage as the technology develops.
- 2nd 2.5″ HDD occupies ODD bay, and needs ODD to HDD bracket kit (optional, come with 2nd 2.5″ HDD)
- RAID is not preset by default, user can config RAID 0/1 according to the demand.
Removable Storage
Optical
- DVD-ROM, SATA connector, slim (9.0mm)
- DVD burner (DVD±RW), SATA connector, slim (9.0mm)
- None
Card Reader
- 3-in-1 card reader (SD, SDHC, SDXC)
- No card reader
Multi-Media
Audio Chip
High Definition (HD) Audio, Realtek® ALC256-NL codec
Speakers
Stereo speakers, 3W x2, Dolby® Atmos®
Microphone
- Dual array microphone
- No microphone
Camera
- 5.0-megapixel, with ThinkShutter (physical switch on/off), ±20° view angle adjustable
- 5.0-megapixel, IR & RGB hybrid, with ThinkShutter (physical switch on/off), ±20° view angle adjustable, Windows Hello support
- No camera
Power Supply
Power | Type | Efficiency | Key Features |
---|---|---|---|
180W | Fixed | 90% | 100V – 240V, 50-60Hz |
230W | Fixed | 92% | 100V – 240V, 50-60Hz |
DESIGN
Display
Size| Resolution| Touch| Type| Brightness| Surface| Aspect Ratio| Contrast
Ratio| Color Gamut| Viewing Angle| Key Features
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
23.8″
| FHD (1920×1080)|
None
|
IPS
|
250 nits
| Anti- glare|
16:9
|
1000:1
| 72% NTSC| horizontal: +/- 89°, vertical:
+/- 89°
| Borderless design, low blue light, flicker free
23.8″
| FHD (1920×1080)| Multi- touch|
IPS
|
250 nits
| Anti- glare|
16:9
|
1000:1
| 72% NTSC| horizontal: +/- 89°, vertical:
+/- 89°
| Borderless design, low blue light, flicker free
Touchscreen
- Advanced In-cell Touch (AIT), supports 10-point touch
- Non-touch
Notes:
California Electronic Waste Recycling Fee In California, per state law, Lenovo charges an electronic waste recycling fee on this covered device at the time of sale of the product. For more information, go to https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Electronics/Consumer
Input Device
Keyboard
- Lenovo Calliope Keyboard (USB connector), black
- Lenovo Calliope Wireless Keyboard (2.4GHz via USB receiver), black
- Lenovo Traditional Keyboard (USB connector), black
- No keyboard
Mouse
- Lenovo Calliope Mouse (USB connector), black
- Lenovo Calliope Wireless Mouse (2.4GHz via USB receiver), black
- Lenovo Fingerprint Mouse (USB connector), Windows Hello support, black
- No mouse
Mechanical
Buttons
- Power button
- Microphone mute button
- Monitor / PC mode switch button
Dimensions (WxDxH)
Models | Dimensions |
---|
Models (with full function monitor stand, with camera)
| Lowest in vertical mode: 539.6 x 217.31 x 394.65 mm (21.24 x 8.56 x
15.54 inches)
Highest in vertical mode: 539.6 x 217.31 x 503.66 mm (21.24 x 8.56 x
19.83 inches)
Models (with full function monitor stand, without camera)
| Lowest in vertical mode: 539.6 x 217.31 x 374.15 mm (21.24 x 8.56 x
14.73 inches)
Highest in vertical mode: 539.6 x 217.31 x 483.16 mm (21.24 x 8.56 x
19.02 inches)
Models (with UltraFlex V stand, with camera)
| Lowest in vertical mode: 539.6 x 216.32 x 387.63 mm (21.24 x 8.52 x
15.26 inches)
Highest in vertical mode: 539.6 x 216.32 x 472 mm (21.24 x 8.52 x 18.58 inches)
Models (with UltraFlex V stand, without camera)
| Lowest in vertical mode: 539.6 x 216.32 x 367.13 mm (21.24 x 8.52 x
14.45 inches)
Highest in vertical mode: 539.6 x 216.32 x 451.5 mm (21.24 x 8.52 x
17.78 inches)
Packaging Dimensions (WxDxH)
- With Full Function Monitor Stand: 660 x 238 x 575 mm (25.98 x 9.37 x 22.64 inches)
- With UltraFlex V Stand: 660 x 238 x 545 mm (25.98 x 9.37 x 21.46 inches)
Weight[1]
Models | Weight |
---|---|
Models (with full function monitor stand, with ODD, with camera) | Around 8.235 |
kg (18.15 lbs)
Models (with UltraFlex V stand, with ODD, with camera)| Around 8.742 kg (19.27
lbs)
Packaging Weight
- With Full Function Monitor Stand: 2.084 kg (4.59 lbs), packaging only
- With UltraDlex V Stand: 2.0658 kg (4.55 lbs), packaging only
Case Color
- Black
Bays[2]
- 2x 2.5″ disk bay (2nd 2.5″ HDD occupies ODD bay)
- 1x slim ODD bay
Expansion Slots
Two M.2 slots (one for WLAN, one for SSD)
EOU
Toolless cover, stand, motherboard shielding, HDD, and memory assembly /
removal
Stand
- UltraFlex V stand, supports -5° to +70° tilt, up to 70°±2° lift (up to 174.02mm lift in flat mode / up to 84.37mm lift in vertical mode)
- Full function monitor stand, supports -5° to +20° tilt, left & right 45° swivel, 90° pivot, up to 110mm lift
- No stand
Mounting
- Supports VESA mount 100mm
Others
(Optional) Conference Call Base, 3W x4 Harman speakers, 4 digital microphones
array with AI noise suppression,
- Physical button for Teams, USB-C® connector
- (Optional) Smart Human Presence Detection based on Radar Sensor
- Supports Smart Power On
Notes:
- Weight may vary by configuration.
- 2nd 2.5″ HDD needs ODD to HDD bracket kit (optional, come with 2nd 2.5″ HDD)
CONNECTIVITY
Network
Onboard Ethernet
Gigabit Ethernet, Intel Ethernet Connection I219-LM, 1x RJ-45, supports Wake-
on-LAN
Optional Ethernet
No optional Ethernet
WLAN + Bluetooth®
- AMD RZ616, Wi-Fi® 6E, 802.11ax Dual Band 2×2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.2, M.2 Card
- Mediatek Wi-Fi 6 MT7921, 802.11ax 2×2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.2, M.2 Card
- Realtek Wi-Fi 6 RTL8852AE, 802.11ax 2×2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.2, M.2 card
- Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201, 802.11ax 2×2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.1, M.2 Card
- Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211, 802.11ax 2×2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.2, Intel vPro technology support, M.2 Card
- No WLAN and Bluetooth
Ports
Rear Ports
- 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1
- 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer and 15W charging)
- 1x HDMI (HDMI in 1.4 / HDMI out 2.1 TMDS combo port)
- 1x DisplayPort 1.4
- 1x Ethernet (RJ-45)
Optional Rear Ports
- 1x serial
Right Ports
- 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2
- 1x headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
Optional Right Ports
- x card reader
Notes:
- The transfer speed of following ports will vary and, depending on many factors, such as the processing speed of the host device, file attributes and other factors related to system configuration and your operating environment, will be slower than theoretical speed.
- USB 2.0: 480 Mbit/s;
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps, formerly USB 3.0 / USB 3.1 Gen 1): 5 Gbit/s;
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, formerly USB 3.1 Gen 2): 10 Gbit/s;
- USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (SuperSpeed USB 20Gbps): 20 Gbit/s;
- Thunderbolt™ 3/4: 40 Gbit/s
- For video ports on discrete graphics, please see graphics section
Monitor Cable
- DP to dual DP dongle
- DP to DVI-D dongle
- DP to HDMI dongle
- DP to VGA dongle
- HDMI to DVI dongle
- HDMI to VGA dongle
- No monitor cable
SECURITY & PRIVACY
Security
Security Chip
Discrete TPM 2.0, TCG certified
Physical Locks
- Kensington® Security Slot, 3 x 7 mm
Chassis Intrusion Switch
- Chassis intrusion switch
- No chassis intrusion switch
Fingerprint Reader
- Touch style fingerprint reader on mouse
- No fingerprint reader
Other Security
- Optional) ThinkShutter camera cover
BIOS Security
- Administrator password
- Power-on password
- Hard disk password
- Boot sequence control
- Boot without keyboard and mouse
- Self-healing BIOS
- Smart USB protection (allows keyboard/mouse only, blocks all storage devices)
- Individual USB port disablement
MANAGEABILITY
System Management
- Intel vPro Enterprise
- Non-vPro
Notes:
- Intel vPro offers a superset of DASH’s defined capabilities.
- Intel vPro offers a superset of DASH’s defined capabilities.
SERVICE
Warranty
Base Warranty
- 1-year limited onsite service
- 3-year limited onsite service
- No base warranty
Notes:
- More information of warranty policy, please access https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/warranty
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Environment
Temperature
- Operating: 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F)
- Storage: -20°C (-4°F) to 60°C (140°F)
Humidity
- Operating: 20% to 80%
Altitude
- Operating: 0 m (0 ft) to 3048 m (10,000 ft)
- Storage: 0 m (0 ft) to 12192 m (40,000 ft)
CERTIFICATIONS
Green Certifications
- (Optional) EPEAT™ Gold
- (Optional) ENERGY STAR® 8.0
- ErP Lot 3
- TCO Certified 9.0
- TCO edge
- RoHS compliant
Other Certifications
- TUV Rheinland® Flicker Free
- TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light
- (Optional) TÜV Rheinland Ultra Low Noise
- UL Anti-dust
Mil-Spec Test
MIL-STD-810H military test passed (Low Pressure [Altitude], High Temperature,
Low Temperature, Temperature Shock, Humidity, Sand and Dust, Vibration, Shock,
Fungus, Solar Radiation, Contamination by Fluids, Salt Fog)
- Feature with ** means that only one offering listed under the feature is configured on selected models.
- Feature with *** means that one or more offerings listed under the feature could be configured on selected models.
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