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Quick Start Guide

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:

  1. Open the Start menu and then click or tap Lenovo Companion.
  2. 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.
For models without preinstalled operating systems:
Go to the Lenovo Support Web site to access your manuals. See “Downloading manuals” for additional information.
Downloading manuals
The latest electronic publications for your computer are available from the Lenovo Support Web site. To download the publications, go to: www.lenovo.com/UserManuals.

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:

Lenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - icon2Replacing 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:

  1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals.
  2. Unplug all power and signal cables from the computer.
  3. 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 )
  1. Removing the computer coverLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop
  2. Removing the front bezelLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - front bezel
  3. Replacing the card reader moduleLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - reader module
  4. Replacing the optical driveLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - optical drive
  5. Replacing a hard disk driveLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - hard disk drive
  6. Replacing a PCI express adapterLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - express adapter
  7. Replacing a memory moduleLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - memory module

 

  1. UnpackingLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - Unpacking
  2. Connecting the keyboard and mouse1. Lenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - keyboard and mouse
  3. Connecting the Ethernet cableLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - Ethernet cable
  4. Connecting the monitorLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - monitor
  5. 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.2Lenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - Choosing the right voltage
  6. Connecting the power cableLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - power cable
  7. Turning on the computerLenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - 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

Lenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - Top view of the computer

1. Power button  6.Microphone connector
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

Lenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - Rear view of the compute

1. Audio connectors 5.Ethernet connector
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
  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.

Lenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop - Rear view of the computer

1. Audio connectors 6. Ether net connector
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.
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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Documents / Resources

Lenovo ideacentre 310A 510A Series Desktop [pdf] User Guide
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References

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