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  • Page 1 P2 Tower User Guide...
  • Page 2 • Setup Guide First Edition (March 2024) © Copyright Lenovo 2024. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Discover your Lenovo computer ..iii Change the display mode of UEFI BIOS (for selected models) ....Chapter 1. Meet your computer ..1 Set the system date and time .
  • Page 4 Self-help resources ... . . Appendix C. Notices and Call Lenovo ....trademarks ....81 Before you contact Lenovo .

  • Page 5: Discover Your Lenovo Computer

    Discover your Lenovo computer ® Thank you for choosing a Lenovo computer! We are dedicated to delivering the best solution to you. Before starting your tour, please read the following information: • Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.
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  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

    Power indicator Show the system status of your computer. • On: The computer is starting up or working. • Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode. • Blinking: The computer is in sleep mode. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 8 Headset connector The headset connector is compatible with: • Headphones or earphones with a 3.5mm (0.14 inch), TRS (3-pole) plug • Headsets with a 3.5mm (0.14 inch), CTIA-compliant TRRS (4-pole) plug Note: This headset connector does not support standalone external microphones with a TRS (3-pole) plug or headsets with an OMTP-compliant TRRS (4-pole) plug.

  • Page 9: Rear

    Rear Description Description Item Item Optional connector* Audio line-out connector ™ ™ DisplayPort out connectors HDMI out connector USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 (with smart power- USB 3.2 connectors Gen 1 on feature) Padlock loop PS/2 mouse connector* PS/2 keyboard connector* Ethernet connector E-lock slots Serial connector*...
  • Page 10 Related topics • “USB specifications” on page 8. • “Connect an external display” on page 11. • “Manage cables with a smart cable clip” on page 11. • “Lock the computer” on page 17. • “Enable or disable the smart power-on feature (for selected models)” on page 25. P2 Tower User Guide...

  • Page 11: Internal Storage Drives

    Internal storage drives Internal storage drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and enable your computer to read other types of media. Description Item Function Slim-optical-drive cage* You can install a slim optical drive in this cage.
  • Page 12 Description Item Function You can install the following storage drives in this cage: 3.5-inch primary storage drive • 3.5-inch storage drive cage • 2.5-inch storage drive with a storage drive converter 2.5-inch primary storage drive You can install a 2.5-inch storage drive in this cage when the 3.5-inch cage* primary storage drive cage is occupied.

  • Page 13: Features And Specifications

    Features and specifications For detailed specifications of your computer, go to https://psref.lenovo.com • Width: 170 mm (6.7 inches) Dimensions • Height: 376 mm (14.8 inches) • Depth: 315.4 mm (12.4 inches) Weight (without packaging) Maximum configuration as shipped: 9.57 kg (21.1 lb) Type Device Manager in the Windows search box and then press Enter.

  • Page 14: Usb Specifications

    – USB-C to DP: 3840 x 2160 pixels, 60 Hz • Connect to USB-C accessories to help expand your • USB-C (3.2 Gen 1) connector computer functionality. To purchase USB-C accessories, go to https://www.lenovo.com/accessories • USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector • USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) connector •...
  • Page 15 Statement on USB transfer rate Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file attributes, and other factors related to system configuration and operating environments, the actual transfer rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed below for each corresponding device.
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  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Get Started With Your Computer

    1. Right-click a blank area on the desktop and select display settings. 2. Select the display that you want to configure and change display settings of your preference. Manage cables with a smart cable clip Note: You can purchase a smart cable clip from Lenovo. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...
  • Page 18 To manage cables of devices (such as the keyboard and the mouse) with a smart cable clip: 1. Pull the cables through the dents in the clip. 2. Install the clip as shown. P2 Tower User Guide...

  • Page 19: Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

    If you are unable to isolate and resolve the problem after running the Vantage app, save and print the log files created by the program. You might need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.

  • Page 20: Use The Optical Drive (For Selected Models)

    1. Type Bluetooth in the Windows search box and then press Enter. 2. Turn on Bluetooth, if it is off. 3. Select a Bluetooth device, and then follow the on-screen instructions. Use the optical drive (for selected models) If your computer has an optical drive, read the following information. Know the type of your optical drive 1.

  • Page 21: Use A Media Card (For Selected Models)

    3. Press the card and remove it from your computer. Store the card safely for future use. Purchase accessories Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to help expand the capabilities of your computer. Options include memory modules, storage devices, network cards, power adapters, keyboards, mice, and more.
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  • Page 23: Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer And Information

    Chapter 4. Secure your computer and information Lock the computer Note: Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of the locking device and security feature. You can purchase computer locks from Lenovo. Padlock Locking the computer cover through a padlock prevents unauthorized access to the inside of your computer.

  • Page 24: Log In To Your Computer Securely

    E-lock Your computer might have a security lock solution installed to protect the computer from unauthorized tampering of the internal components. Using the E-Lock, you can mechanically lock or unlock the computer cover. To enable or disable the E-Lock: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. 2.

  • Page 25: Use Software Security Solutions

    You should record your passwords and store them in a safe place. If you forget the passwords, contact a Lenovo-authorized service provider. Note: If the hard disk password is forgotten, Lenovo cannot remove the password or recover data from the storage drive.

  • Page 26: Computrace Agent Software Embedded In Firmware (For Selected Models)

    Computrace Agent software embedded in firmware (for selected models) The Computrace Agent software is an IT asset management and computer theft recovery solution. The software detects if changes have been made on the computer, such as hardware, software, or the computer call-in location.

  • Page 27: Intel Bios Guard

    Intel BIOS guard ® The Intel BIOS Guard module cryptographically verifies all BIOS updates. This hardware-based security helps prevent software and malware attacks on the computers BIOS. Smart USB Protection The Smart USB Protection function is a security function that helps prevent data from being copied from the computer to USB storage devices connected to the computer.
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  • Page 29: Chapter 5. Uefi Bios

    To change the display mode of UEFI BIOS: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. 2. Select Main ➙ Setup Mode Select and press Enter. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...

  • Page 30: Set The System Date And Time

    3. Set the display mode as desired. Set the system date and time 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. 2. Select Main ➙ System Time & Date and press Enter. 3. Set the system date and time as desired. 4.

  • Page 31: Enable Or Disable The Automatic Power-On Feature

    To enable or disable the configuration change detection feature: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. 2. Select Security ➙ Configuration Change Detection and press Enter. 3. Enable or disable the feature as desired. 4.

  • Page 32: Change Bios Settings Before Installing A New Operating System

    Open the Vantage app to check the available update packages. If the latest UEFI BIOS update package is available, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the package. • From the Lenovo Support Web site: 1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com 2.

  • Page 33: Chapter 6. Raid

    1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. 2. Select Devices ➙ Storage Setup and press Enter. 3. Select Configure Storage as and press Enter. 4. Select RAID and press Enter. 5. Press F10 or Fn+F10 to save the changes and exit. © Copyright Lenovo 2024...

  • Page 34: Configure Raid In Uefi Mode

    Configure RAID in UEFI mode This section provides instructions on how to configure RAID in UEFI mode. Create RAID volumes in UEFI mode Attention: All the existing data stored on the selected drives will be erased while the RAID volume is being created.

  • Page 35: Chapter 7. Diagnostics

    If you are unable to isolate and resolve the problem after running the Vantage app, save and print the log files created by the program. You might need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
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  • Page 37: Chapter 8. Cru Replacement

    If you intend on installing the CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You might be required to return the defective part that is replaced by the CRU.

  • Page 38: Remove Or Replace A Cru

    Optional-service CRUs • E-lock* • Front fan* • Graphics card and plastic holder* • Heat-sink-and-fan assembly • PCI-Express card* • Power supply assembly • Rear fan* * for selected models Remove or replace a CRU This section provides instructions on how to remove or replace a CRU. Computer cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.

  • Page 39: Slim Optical Drive

    Removal steps Note: If a locking device is available, use it to lock the computer after installing the computer cover. Slim optical drive Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1.

  • Page 40: Front Bezel

    Front bezel Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove these parts in order, if any: • “Computer cover” on page 32 • “Slim optical drive” on page 33 P2 Tower User Guide...

  • Page 41: Primary Storage Drives

    Replacement procedure Primary storage drives Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines: •...
  • Page 42 • Before replacing the internal storage drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep. • Do not touch the contact edge of the internal storage drive. Otherwise, the internal storage drive might get damaged. •...
  • Page 43 Chapter 8 CRU replacement...
  • Page 44 Removal steps of the 3.5-inch primary storage drive and bracket 1. Remove the “Computer cover” on page 32. 2. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the 3.5-inch primary storage drive. 3. Remove the 3.5-inch primary storage drive and bracket. P2 Tower User Guide...
  • Page 45 Removal steps of the 2.5-inch primary storage drive, Type-1 storage drive converter, and bracket 1. Remove the “Computer cover” on page 32. 2. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the 2.5-inch primary storage drive. 3. Remove the 2.5-inch primary storage drive, Type-1 storage drive converter, and bracket. Chapter 8 CRU replacement...

  • Page 46: 3.5-Inch Primary Storage Drive Cage

    3.5-inch primary storage drive cage Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines: •...

  • Page 47: Slim-Optical-Drive Cage

    For access, remove these parts in order, if any: • “Computer cover” on page 32 • “Slim optical drive” on page 33 • “Front bezel” on page 34 • “Primary storage drives” on page 35 Removal steps Slim-optical-drive cage Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.

  • Page 48: Secondary Storage Drives

    Replacement procedure Secondary storage drives Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines: •...
  • Page 49 • Do not apply pressure to the internal storage drive. • Do not make the internal storage drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the internal storage drive on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks. For access, remove these parts in order, if any: •...

  • Page 50: Storage Drive In The Front-Access Storage Enclosure

    Removal steps of the 3.5-inch secondary storage drive, plastic bracket, and cage Storage drive in the front-access storage enclosure Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data.
  • Page 51 The storage drive in the front-access storage enclosure is hot-swappable only when the following requirements are met: • The eSATA mode of the SATA 4 connector is enabled in BIOS by doing the following: 1. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. 2.
  • Page 52 Replacement procedure of the 2.5-inch storage drive, Type-2 storage drive converter, and bracket P2 Tower User Guide...
  • Page 53 Chapter 8 CRU replacement...
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  • Page 55: Pci-Express Card

    Note: Before removing an old 2.5-inch storage drive, safely eject the old storage drive from the operating system first. For more information, see the Windows help system. PCI-Express card Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Chapter 8 CRU replacement...

  • Page 56: Computer Cover

    For access, remove the “Computer cover” on page 32. Notes: • Do not attempt to install any PCI-Express cards other than discrete graphics card to PCI-Express card slot • If there is only one discrete graphics card, install it to PCI-Express card slot •...

  • Page 57: Graphics Card Fan

    Graphics card fan Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the “Computer cover” on page 32. Replacement procedure Chapter 8 CRU replacement...

  • Page 58: Graphics Card Holder

    Graphics card holder Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the “Computer cover” on page 32. Replacement procedure P2 Tower User Guide...

  • Page 59: Graphics Card

    Graphics card Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Replacement procedure of the graphics card secured with a bracket and a plastic holder For access, do the following: 1. Remove these parts in order, if any: •...
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  • Page 61 Removal steps of the graphics card secured with a plastic holder For access, do the following: 1. Remove these parts in order, if any: • “Computer cover” on page 32 • “Graphics card fan” on page 51 • “Graphics card holder” on page 52 2.

  • Page 62: M.2 Solid-State Drive And Heat Sink

    M.2 solid-state drive and heat sink Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive.

  • Page 63: Computer Cover

    • Replace the internal storage drive only for upgrade or repair. The internal storage drive is not designed for frequent changes or replacement. • Before replacing the internal storage drive, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep. •...
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  • Page 65 Note: Remove the film that covers the thermal pad (if any) when installing the M.2 solid-state drive and the heat sink. Replacement procedure of the M.2 solid-state drive in an M.2 solid-state drive PCIe adapter 1. Remove the “Computer cover” on page 32. 2.

  • Page 66: M.2 Solid-State Drive Bracket

    M.2 solid-state drive bracket Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove these parts in order, if any: P2 Tower User Guide...

  • Page 67: Front Fan

    • “Computer cover” on page 32 • “2.5-inch primary hard disk drive, bracket, and cage” on page 36 • “M.2 solid-state drive and heat sink” on page 56 Replacement procedure Front fan Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1.

  • Page 68: Rear Fan

    Replacement procedure Note: Align the rubber mounts with the corresponding holes in the chassis and push the rubber mounts through the holes. Rotate and pull the tips of the rubber mounts until the front fan assembly is secured. Rear fan Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.

  • Page 69: Heat-Sink-And-Fan Assembly

    Replacement procedure Note: The rear fan is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Stretch the tips of the rubber mounts and gently pull the rear fan assembly out of the chassis. Note: Align the rubber mounts with the corresponding holes in the chassis and push the rubber mounts through the holes.
  • Page 70 The heat sink might be very hot. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. For access, do the following: 1. Remove these parts in order, if any: • “Computer cover” on page 32 •...
  • Page 71 Position the heat-sink-and-fan assembly on the system board. Ensure that the four screws are aligned with the holes in the system board. Follow the following sequence to tighten the four screws to secure the new heat-sink-and-fan assembly. Do not over-tighten the screws. •...
  • Page 72 2. Position the new heat-sink-and-fan assembly on the system board. Ensure that the four screws are aligned with the holes in the system board. Follow the following sequence to tighten the four screws to secure the new heat-sink-and-fan assembly to the system board. Do not over-tighten the screws. Then, install the four screws to secure the new heat-sink-and-fan assembly to the chassis.

  • Page 73: Chassis Beam

    Chassis beam Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove these parts in order, if any: • “Computer cover” on page 32 • “Slim optical drive” on page 33 • “Front bezel” on page 34 •...

  • Page 74: Memory Module

    Replacement procedure Memory module Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Ensure that you follow the installation order for memory modules shown in the following illustration. P2 Tower User Guide...
  • Page 75 For access, remove these parts in order, if any: • “Computer cover” on page 32 • “Slim optical drive” on page 33 • “Front bezel” on page 34 • “Slim-optical-drive cage” on page 41 Replacement procedure Note: During the installation, ensure that you align the memory module to the slot and press down on both ends until the latches are fully engaged with a click.

  • Page 76: Power Supply Assembly

    Power supply assembly Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Although there are no moving parts in the computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety. Keep fingers and other parts of your body away from hazardous, moving parts.

  • Page 77: E-Lock

    E-lock Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the “Computer cover” on page 32. 2. Disconnect the E-lock cable from the system board. Note: To remove the screws, you need a special tool (T15 star wrench). Removal steps Chapter 8 CRU replacement...
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  • Page 79: Chapter 9. Help And Support

    How to access? • https://www.lenovo.com/tips Troubleshooting and frequently asked questions • https://forums.lenovo.com Accessibility information https://www.lenovo.com/accessibility • Use Lenovo recovery options. 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/ HowToCreateLenovoRecovery 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. • Use Windows recovery options. Reset or restore Windows 1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com...

  • Page 80: Call Lenovo

    • Microsoft support Web site: https://support.microsoft.com Call Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center. Before you contact Lenovo Prepare the following before you contact Lenovo: 1.

  • Page 81: Lenovo Customer Support Center

    • Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.

  • Page 82: Purchase Additional Services

    • Installation and maintenance of programs For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that apply to your Lenovo hardware product, see Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer. Purchase additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services from Lenovo at: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/warrantyupgrade...

  • Page 83: Appendix A. System Memory Speed

    Symmetric configurations are required for 2DPC within one channel. Vendor mixing within a channel is not allowed. • The microprocessor models supported in your computer might vary. For a list of supported microprocessor models, contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center. Refer to the following information about the system memory speed: • Memory module types: –...
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  • Page 85: Appendix B. Compliance Information

    For more compliance information, refer to Regulatory Notice at and Generic https://pcsupport.lenovo.com Safety and Compliance Notices at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/docs/generic_notices Certification-related information Product name: ThinkStation P2 Tower Machine types: 30FR and 30FS Further compliance information related to your product is available at https://www.lenovo.com/compliance Operating environment Maximum altitude (without pressurization) •...
  • Page 86 P2 Tower User Guide...

  • Page 87: Appendix C. Notices And Trademarks

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
  • Page 88 Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. This document is copyrighted by Lenovo and is not covered by any open source license, including any Linux agreement(s) which may accompany software included with this product. Lenovo may update this document at any time without notice.

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