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Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5 User Manual

Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5
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IdeaCentre Gaming 5 (14L, 05)
IdeaCentre Creator 5 (14L, 05)
Hardware Maintenance Manual

Table of Contents

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Lenovo IdeaCentre Gaming 5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
MemoryUp to 32GB DDR4
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
GraphicsUp to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
StorageUp to 1TB SSD
Power Supply310W
ConnectivityWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
PortsUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Weight8.2 kg

Summary

Important Safety Information

General Safety

Guidelines for ensuring general safety during maintenance operations.

Electrical Safety

Precautions and rules for working safely with electrical equipment and preventing shock hazards.

Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices

Procedures to protect sensitive electronic components from damage caused by static electricity.

Important Service Information

Strategy for Replacing FRUs

Methodology for replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) to prevent unnecessary expenses and ensure proper service.

Strategy for Replacing a Hard Disk Drive or a Solid-State Drive

Recommended procedure for replacing storage drives, including data backup precautions.

How to Use Error Codes

Guidance on interpreting and using error codes displayed on the screen for diagnosing failures.

Product Overview

Front

Identification and description of ports and controls on the front of the computer.

Rear

Identification and description of ports and connectors on the rear of the computer.

Service Checkout and Symptom-to-FRU Index

Service Checkout

Step-by-step procedure for checking the computer's status and diagnosing problems.

Problem Determination Tips

Information to assist in determining computer problems based on hardware and software combinations.

Symptom-to-FRU Index

Index linking error symptoms to potential Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) for quick diagnosis.

POST Error Codes

List and description of Power-On Self-Test (POST) error codes and their corresponding actions.

Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, and Recovery

Basic Procedure for Resolving Computer Problems

Fundamental steps to follow for troubleshooting and resolving computer issues effectively.

Troubleshooting

Information and solutions for common computer problems with definite symptoms.

Startup Problems

Solutions for issues preventing the computer from starting up or loading the operating system.

Audio Problems

Troubleshooting steps for common audio issues, including no sound or incorrect sound output.

Network Problems

Solutions for connectivity issues related to Ethernet, Wake On LAN, and Wi-Fi features.

Recovery

Procedures for recovering the Windows operating system and data, including USB recovery.

Update the Device Driver

Instructions for downloading and installing the latest device drivers to improve system performance.

Hardware Removal and Installation

Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

Precautions to prevent damage to sensitive components from electrostatic discharge.

Major FRUs and CRUs

Categorization of Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) and Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs).

System Board

Detailed instructions for removing and installing the computer's system board.

Power Cord

Procedure for replacing the computer's power cord.

Computer Cover

Steps for safely removing and reinstalling the computer's outer cover.

Front Bezel

Procedure for removing and installing the front bezel of the computer.

2.5–inch Storage Drive (for selected models)

Instructions for replacing a 2.5-inch storage drive, including handling precautions.

3.5–inch Storage Drive

Instructions for replacing a 3.5-inch storage drive, including handling precautions.

M.2 Solid-State Drive

Procedure for removing and installing an M.2 solid-state drive.

Memory Module

Steps for safely removing and installing memory modules (RAM).

Microprocessor

Detailed instructions for removing and installing the computer's microprocessor.

Power Supply Assembly

Procedure for removing and installing the computer's power supply unit.

Notices and Trademarks

Notices

Important legal notices, disclaimers, and warranty information regarding Lenovo products and services.

Trademarks

List of registered trademarks and intellectual property associated with Lenovo and other companies.

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