Lenovo ideacentre 710 Series - Personal Computer Quick Start

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:

This part contains instructions for replacing the following parts:

1. Removing the computer cover
   
   
2. Removing the top cover
   
   
3. Removing the front bezel
   
   
4. Replacing a hard disk drive
   
   
5. Replacing an optical drive
   
   
6. Replacing a memory module
   
   
7. Replacing a graphics card
   
   

Unpack

* Selected models only.

NOTE: Some models may contain items not listed here.

Connect the keyboard and mouse

Connect the Ethernet cable

Connect the display

Choose 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.


If the electricity supply range is 200-240 V AC, set the switch to 230 V.

Connect the power cable

Turn 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

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. Power connector
2. On-board VGA connector
3. HDMI connector ¹
4. USB 3.0 connectors (2) ¹
5. USB 2.0 connectors (2)
6. Ethernet connector
7. Audio connectors
8. PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot ²
9. PCI Express X 1 adapter slots ³

¹ Selected models only.
² Some models are equipped with a graphics card.
³ Some models are equipped with a Wi-Fi card or TV tuner card.

NOTE: If your model has two VGA monitor connectors, be sure to use the connector on the graphics adapter.

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:

• For Lenovo Warranty Service Upgrades or Extensions, go to: http://support.lenovo.com/lwsu
• For Lenovo Accidental Damage Protection Services, go to: http://support.lenovo.com/ladps
• Online technical support is available during the lifetime of a product at: http://www.lenovo.com/support

Accessing other manuals

The Important Product Information Guide has been preloaded onto your computer. To access this guide, do the following:

For models come with Lenovo companion:

For models without Lenovo companion:
Open the Start menu and then click or tap Manual to access this guide.

For models without preinstalled operating systems:
Go to the Lenovo Support Web site to access your manuals. See "Downloading manuals" for additional information.

The following information refers to ideacentre 710 machine type: 90FB [710-25ISH / 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. Lenovo, the Lenovo logo and ideacentre are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Windows is a trademark of the Microsoft group of companies. Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
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