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Lenovo H30 Series User Manual

Lenovo H30 Series
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Version 1.0
Machine type: 90B8 [H30-50 ES]
90B9 [H30-50 Non-ES]
90BJ [H30-05]
90C2 [H30-00]
2014.05
Lenovo
H30 Series
User Guide
SP40F92947

Table of Contents

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Lenovo H30 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Supply180W
ProcessorIntel Core i3/i5/i7 (4th Gen)
RAMUp to 16GB DDR3
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics
Operating SystemWindows 8.1 (upgradable to Windows 10)
Optical DriveDVD reader/writer
PortsUSB 3.0, USB 2.0, HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, Audio jacks
ChipsetIntel H81
AudioIntegrated audio support
NetworkingGigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi (optional)
WeightApprox. 13.2 lbs

Summary

Important Safety Information

Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup

Troubleshooting Display Problems

Solutions for screen display issues.

Troubleshooting Audio Problems

Solutions for sound-related issues.

Troubleshooting Software Problems

Solutions for software malfunctions.

Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks

Solutions for optical drive and hard disk issues.

Special Considerations for Troubleshooting Windows

Specific tips for Windows troubleshooting.

Windows Help and Support

Accessing help and support for Windows.

BIOS Setup Utility

Information on BIOS setup utility.

Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks

Routine maintenance procedures for the computer.

Hardware Replacement Guide

Locations

Identifying physical locations of components.

Replacing Hardware

Steps for replacing computer hardware components.

Appendix

Declaration

Legal declarations and terms of use.

Trademarks

List of registered trademarks.

Energy Star Statement

Information about ENERGY STAR compliance.

Enabling ErP Compliance Mode

Instructions for enabling ErP compliance.

Electronic Emissions Notices

Mexico Regulatory Notice

Using the Computer Hardware

Introduction to Computer Hardware

Overview of computer hardware components.

Information on Computer Connections

Details on connecting various computer peripherals.

Front View of the Chassis

Hard Disk Drive Indicator

Explanation of the hard disk drive activity indicator.

Power Button

Function of the computer's power button.

Memory Card Reader

Details on the memory card reader.

USB 2.0 Connectors

Location and function of USB 2.0 ports.

Headphone Connector

Location and function of the headphone jack.

Microphone Connector

Location and function of the microphone jack.

Optical Drive Eject Button

Button to eject the optical drive.

Optical Drive

Location of the optical drive.

Rear View of the Chassis

USB 3.0 Connector

Location and function of USB 3.0 ports.

WiFi Antenna

Location of the Wi-Fi antenna.

On-board VGA Connector

Location of the onboard VGA port.

USB 2.0 Connectors

Location and function of USB 2.0 ports.

Ethernet Connector

Location and function of the Ethernet port.

Audio Connectors

Location of audio input/output jacks.

Power Connector

Location of the power input connector.

Cable Clip

Component for cable management.

Expansion Card Slot

Slot for expansion cards.

H30-05

On-board VGA Connector

Location of the onboard VGA port.

WiFi Antenna

Location of the Wi-Fi antenna.

HDMI Connector

Location of the HDMI port.

USB 2.0 Connectors

Location and function of USB 2.0 ports.

Ethernet Connector

Location and function of the Ethernet port.

USB 3.0 Connectors

Location and function of USB 3.0 ports.

Audio Connectors

Location of audio input/output jacks.

Power Connector

Location of the power input connector.

Cable Clip

Component for cable management.

PCI Express X 1 Adapter Slot

Slot for expansion cards.

H30-50

HDMI Connector

Location of the HDMI port.

WiFi Antenna

Location of the Wi-Fi antenna.

On-board VGA Connector

Location of the onboard VGA port.

USB 3.0 Connectors

Location and function of USB 3.0 ports.

USB 2.0 Connectors

Location and function of USB 2.0 ports.

Ethernet Connector

Location and function of the Ethernet port.

Audio Connectors

Location of audio input/output jacks.

PCI Express X 1 Adapter Slot

Slot for expansion cards.

Power Connector

Location of the power input connector.

Voltage Selection Switch

Switch for selecting voltage input.

Basic Connector Instructions

Microphone

Connector for attaching a microphone.

Headphone

Connector for attaching headphones.

Audio Line-in Connector

Connector for receiving audio signals.

Audio Line-out Connector

Connector for sending audio signals.

Memory Card Reader

Used to view and share digital photos, music, and videos.

Power Connector

Connect to the power cable.

USB Connector

Connector for attaching USB devices.

Ethernet Connector

Connector for attaching to a local area network.

VGA Connector

Connector for VGA monitors.

DVI Connector

Connector for DVI monitors.

HDMI Connector

Connector for display or TV.

TV-Tuner Connector

Supported on systems with optional TV tuner card.

Connecting Your Computer

Voltage Selection Switch

Instructions for setting the voltage selection switch.

5.1 Audio Configuration Instructions

Connecting to 5.1 Surround Audio Device

Guides for connecting to a 5.1 surround audio device.

Connecting the Power Cord

Display Connecting Instructions When Playing Blu-ray Discs

Connecting to the Internet

Wired Network Connection

Steps for connecting to a wired network using an Ethernet cable.

Wireless Network Connection

Wired Keyboard (Selected Models Only)

Using Windows 8.1

Switching Between the Main Windows 8.1 Interfaces

Navigating between Start Screen and desktop.

The Charms Bar

Using the Charms Bar for quick tasks.

Shutting Down the Computer

Procedure for shutting down the computer.

Switching Between Apps

Methods for switching between open applications.

Closing an App

Steps for closing an application.

Opening Other System Programs

Ways to open system programs.

Windows Help and Support

Accessing Windows help and support resources.

Using the Rescue System

OneKey Recovery

Procedure for system recovery using OneKey.

Driver and Application Installation

Steps for installing drivers and applications.

Using the Software

Software Instructions

Information on installed software features.

Lenovo Support

Register Your Computer

Process to register your computer with Lenovo.

User Guide

Accessing more information about your computer.

Service and Warranty

Information on extending computer warranty.

Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup

Solving Problems

General tips for troubleshooting computer issues.

Windows Help and Support

What is the BIOS Setup Utility?

Definition and purpose of the BIOS setup utility.

How to Start the BIOS Setup Utility

Steps to access the BIOS setup utility.

How to Change the Boot Mode

Procedure for changing the computer's boot mode.

When to Change the Boot Mode

Conditions requiring boot mode changes.

BIOS Setup Utility

Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks

Cleaning the Computer Components

Guidelines for cleaning computer components.

Internal Components

Heatsink and CPU Fan

Component for cooling the CPU.

System Board

The main circuit board of the computer.

Optical Disk Drive and Bay

Location of the optical drive and its bay.

Hard Disk Drive

Location of the hard disk drive.

Identifying Parts on the System Board (H30-00)

System Fan Header

Header for the system fan.

Microprocessor Fan Header

Header for the microprocessor fan.

Microprocessor and Heat Sink

Location of CPU and its cooling system.

Memory Connector

Connector for memory modules.

Hard Disk and Optical Disk Drive Power Connector

Power connector for storage drives.

SATA Connectors

Connectors for SATA storage devices.

PCI Express X 16 Adapter Slot

Slot for PCI Express x16 graphics cards.

Battery

Location of the CMOS battery.

Hardware Clear CMOS Jumper

Jumper to clear CMOS settings.

LPC Debug Header

Header for LPC debug interface.

Front Panel Connector

Connector for front panel controls and LEDs.

Front USB Connectors

Connectors for front USB ports.

Front Audio Connector

Connector for front audio ports.

Lenovo H30-05 System Board

Microprocessor and Heat Sink

Location of the CPU and its cooling system.

Microprocessor Fan Header

Header for the microprocessor fan.

Memory Slots

Slots for installing memory modules.

Hard Disk Drive Power Connector

Connector for hard disk drive power.

Front Panel Connector

Connector for front panel controls and LEDs.

SATA Connectors

Connectors for SATA storage devices.

Mini PCI-E Slot

Slot for Mini PCI-E cards.

Front USB Connectors

Connectors for front USB ports.

Front Audio Connector

Connector for front audio ports.

PCI Express X 1 Adapter Slot

Slot for PCI Express x1 cards.

PCI Express X 16 Adapter Slot

Slot for PCI Express x16 cards.

Clear CMOS Jumper

Jumper to clear CMOS settings.

Lenovo H30-50 System Board

12V Power Connector

Connector for 12V power supply.

Microprocessor and Heat Sink

Location of the CPU and its cooling system.

Microprocessor Fan Header

Header for the microprocessor fan.

Memory Slots

Slots for installing memory modules.

Thermal Sensor Header

Header for the thermal sensor.

Hard Disk Drive Power Connector

Connector for hard disk drive power.

Power Connector

Main power connector for the motherboard.

Power Fan Header

Header for the power supply fan.

SATA Connectors

Connectors for SATA storage devices.

Front Panel Connector

Connector for front panel controls and LEDs.

Front USB Connectors

Connectors for front USB ports.

LPC Debug Header

Header for LPC debug interface.

Mini PCI-E Slot

Slot for Mini PCI-E cards.

PCI Express X 1 Adapter Slots

Slots for PCI Express x1 cards.

Clear CMOS Jumper

Jumper to clear CMOS settings.

Front Audio Connector

Connector for front audio ports.

PCI Express X 16 Adapter Slot

Slot for PCI Express x16 cards.

System Fan Header

Header for system fan.

Battery

Location of the CMOS battery.

Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

Locations

Locating Components and Connectors

Illustrations to locate computer components and connectors.

Internal Components

Heatsink and CPU Fan

Component for cooling the CPU.

System Board

The main circuit board of the computer.

Optical Disk Drive and Bay

Location of the optical drive and its bay.

Hard Disk Drive

Location of the hard disk drive.

Replacing Hardware

General Information

General information before disassembling the computer.

Pre-disassembly Instructions

Steps to take before starting hardware disassembly.

Removing the Computer Cover

Removing the Front Bezel

Replacing an Optical Drive

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

Replacing a Memory Module

Replacing the Keyboard and the Mouse

Completing the Installation

Steps to finalize hardware replacement.

Appendix

Declaration

Legal declarations and terms of use.

Trademarks

Energy Star Statement

Enabling ErP Compliance Mode

Electronic Emissions Notices

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity

FCC compliance statement for Class B digital devices.

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