Lenovo ThinkCentre Family Guidebook

Desktop PCs for a changing world
20 years of purposeful design and relentless innovation

Workplaces are changing and PC needs are diversifying
COVID reshaped how and where we work – and where we want to work. ‘The office’ now has an extended meaning and newworking scenarios are emerging.1 Computing, like your workforce, needs to be hybrid. ​Businesses are under pressure from an uncertain economic outlook2 and pricing needs to be managed. Making
smart IT decisions can have a positive impact and keep your business moving forward.

The pandemic has come to a clear end and hybrid work is now a standard practice. 3 Around 70% of employees
prefer some split between working from home and from the office.4

Globally only 16% of companies operate fully remotely 44% don’t allow remote working.4

Employees use an average of 2.5 devices for work including PCs, smartphones, tablets and wearables.5

89% of ITDMs made changes to their IT strategy due to COVID and 86% made investments to do so.6
1 Hybrid. Remote. How our work lives have changed for the better | The Star
2 EY Parthenon. Transforming Uncertainty into opportunity in 2023
3 The Realities of Remote Work (hbr.org)
4 https://findstack.com/remote-work-statistics/
5 BYOD Statistics 2022 Zippia.com
6 Lenovo ThinkCentre 2022 Changing Workplace Survey

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Today’s employees are digital natives andwant smarter tech
By 2025 64% of the global working population will be composed of millennials (born 1981 – 1996) and GenZ
(born 1997 – 2009)8,9. Born with technology in their hands these groups want consumer grade technology
experiences at work10. To promote flexibility in where employees can work, leaders are investing in hardware
and software that supports continuity under these evolving conditions.11

73% of ITDMs report that employees have higher expectations of company IT
equipment than they did in the past12

90% employees say that their IT has a direct impact on their overall employee
experience at work as well as their productivity13

9 in 10 ITDMs believe the IT equipment they offer staff impacts employee
retention14

8,9 https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/03/gen-z-unemployment-chart-global-comparisons/
10 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/millennials-75-workforce-2025-ever-anita-lettink/
11 https://hbr.org/2021/09/who-is-driving-the-great-resignation
12 2019 Forrester Lenovo SMB Survey
13 Lenovo ThinkCentre 2022 Changing Workplace Survey
14 https://elearningindustry.com/how-is-technology-transforming-the-workplace3

Getting the right tool for the job​
PC devices need to be matched to job roles. A one-size-fits-all approach does not work. ​ Modern businesses need to offer
employees a combination of desktops and laptops.​

77%​ of ITDMs agree the PC set+50%​ of ITDMs believe that

70%​ of business end users

up should be linked to roles andneeds​
Desktops are the right choice
when large monitors, computing
power and speed are critical.15

desktops allow employees to getwork done more smoothly​
Giving end users the right tool forthe job enhances their experience,increases productivity and helps
talent acquisition and retention.16

would like to be provided with bothdesktops and laptops to allow them to
be more productive while hybrid
working
Providing end-users with bothdesktops and laptops gives themeven greater flexibility.17

15, 16, 17 Lenovo ThinkCentre 2022 Changing Workplace Survey

4Desktops are thesmarter investment
choicePowerful Performance

Desktops can make a smarter
investment choice with affordable
initial purchase, less expensive
maintenance and availability of
replacement parts. But theadvantages of desktops go way
beyond costs.

Collaboration

Anyone working with high-quality graphics or processing massive datasets canachieve better productivity with Lenovo Desktops featuring the latest processors
and Windows 11 Pro.

Desktop offers a seamless experience with a multitude of connectivity options USB ports, VGA/ HDMI/DP to stay connected to other devices.

Highly Configurable
With desktops, it is easy to upgrade and add more storage, RAM, better graphics
cards for additional performance needs.

Durability & Reliability
Desktops generally have a longer lifespan thanks to their hardware advantages
which have gone through rigorous testing for reliability and durability.

Modern Looks, Compact Design and Better Ergonomics
Desktops are no longer just a big black box. They now include compact andminiaturized form factors all featuring sleek design and modern build materials. A
bigger screen, adjustable mountings and a full-sized keyboard minimize physicalstress for users working long hours.
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Lenovo ThinkCentre desktops: classic meets modern
Part of the Lenovo Think family, the ThinkCentre brandhas a 20-year legacy guided by three tenets, eachbalanced against the others so there’s no compromise:​Purposeful Design
Relentless Innovation
Trusted Quality
This means we’re always building on our experience to move
forward - rethinking our classic solutions that work well to set
new standards for the modern world and helping business to
GROW.
You want smarter technology and built-in intelligence for more
flexibility in the way you work.​ The Lenovo ThinkCentre familyof desktops featuring Windows 11 Pro help commercial users
get work done.

Click to watch the new
ThinkCentre family video
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ThinkCentre 20th Anniversary in 2023

20 years of progress pushing the frontiers of desktop design. Imagine where we’ll be in 2033.

NetVistarenamed as
ThinkCentre

2003

2004

ThinkCentre M90z,
the first
all-in-one PC - AIO

2012, the industry
first commercial 1L
desktop with vPro

Tiny 5 (M920q):
Customizable connectivity: ThinkCentre M90a,
the first commercial AIO
unique industrial
its own anti-peek screen
innovation in Board-to(Privacy Guard)
Board (BTB) solution

2010

2012

2018

Launch ofUltra Small Form
Factor USFF

2011

2014

2019

2020

2022

ThinkCentre
20th
anniversary

2023

ThinkCentre Edge
91z, an all-in-one PC
with MULTI-TOUCH.
ICE 1.0 was introducedFirst modular AIO“Tiny-in-One” – TIO

ThinkCentre Nano –the first <1L Desktop

ThinkCentre
neo series

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Lenovo recommends Windows 11 Pro for Business

Lenovo recommends Windows 11 forbusiness because, just like ourThinkCentre PCs, it has been designed tomeet the rising expectations of employees
in a changing workplace.

Windows 11: an operating system designed for hybrid work

The Windows 11 OS compliments the
hardware and software of ThinkCentre
PCs to provide enhanced security,
management efficiency and a user
experience aligned to modern working.

Employees work smoothly without interruptions increasing productivity by up to 15%. 19

Security
Businesses report 58% drop in security incidents with Windows 11 Pro devices.18

Productivity and collaboration
IT management efficiency
Save time and money with a reported 25% faster deployment than windows 10
resulting in US$58 time-savings per device.20
For more information on how Windows 11 Pro
can add value to your business click here
18, 20 Windows 11 Survey Report. Techaisle, February 2022. Windows 11 results are in comparison with Windows 10 devices
19, The Total Economic Impact™ Of Windows 11 Pro Devices, Forrester, December 2022

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Flexible support forthe modern workforce
High
performance

Ease of use &use comfort

Enhancedsecurity features

Sleek & stylish
workspace

Customizable
solution

Sustainable
manufacturing &computingIndustry-leading
viability anddurability

Flexible support
for the modern
workforce9

Discover the Perfect Desktop for You
Powered by Intel vPro® platform for exceptional performance and productivity and Lenovo
ThinkShield to guard your data security without compromising productivity.

Tower

Small Form Factor

Tiny

All-in-One

Tiny-in-One

High processing
power

Dependable
performance andspeedEnterprise-level
performanceHigh performance

Customexpandability

Easy upgradability

More OS/platform solution

Premium, sleek
design and display

Highlyconfigurable

Remote, modern
manageability

Configurable

Multi-device
ecosystem

Versatileconnectivity

Versatileconnectivity

Space-saving

Space-saving

Versatileconnectivity

Large storage

Energy efficient

Versatileconnectivity

Energy efficientEasy
Upgradability

Flexible modularity
and simplicity
Exceptional user
experience
Clean aesthetics
Space-saving

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Innovative form
factors and sleek
design for any
office space andany computing
needs. ​neo 50t

neo 50s

neo 50q

M90t

neo 30a

neo 50a

M70t

M70a

M90s

M75s

M90a

M70s

M90q M80q M75q

M90a Pro

TIO Flex

M70q M60q

TIO Gen 5

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ThinkCentre Family List Price Positioning
Traditional desktop

All-in-One
M90a Pro Gen 4
27”

$900+
$900
$800

$700
$600

Tiny-in-One

M90a Gen 3
23.8”
M90t/s/q Gen 4
17/8.2/1L

M70a Gen 3
21.5”

M80q Gen 4
1L

neo 50a Gen 4
23.8”

neo 30a Gen 4
27”
M70t/s/q Gen 4
M75s/q Gen 2
13.6/8.2/1L

neo 30a Gen 4
23.8”/21.5”

TIO 2727”

TIO 24/22 Gen 5
23.8”/21.5”

TIO Flex27”/23.8”/21.5”

$500
$400
<$400

neo 50q Gen 4
neo 50q ThinClient
1L
M60q Chromebox
M60q Chromebox
Enterprise1L

neo 50t/s Gen 4
13.6L/ 7.4L

12*The price is starting price, which is various by configuration.

ThinkCentre M Series Portfolio
Performance. Reliability. Security. Manageability. Sustainability.

All-in-One

Tiny-in-One

Tower

Small Form Factor

Tiny

M90t 17L
M70t 13.6L

M90s 8.2L
M70s & M75s 8.2L

M90q 1L
M90a Pro Gen 4 27” TIO 27’’
M80q 1L
M90a 24”
TIO Gen 5 22”/24’’
M70q & M75q 1L
M70a 22”TIO Flex 27i/24i/24v/22i
M60q Chromebox 1L

Highly configurable business-class desktops with remote,modern manageability and high-end performance withcustom expandability.

Space-saving powerhousedesktops with practicalexpandability, portability andhigh-energy efficiency

Customizable, space-saving
solution to boost performanceand productivity.

Flexible, expandable
solution for modular
Environments.

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ThinkCentre neo Portfolio
Sleek modern design. Multi-device experience. Sustainability.

Tower

Small Form Factor

Tiny/Thin Client

All-in-One

50t 13.6L

50s 7.4L

50q 1L50a

RPL-S/ADL-S

RPL-S/ADL-S

RPL-S/ADL-S

RPL-H 24’’30a
RPL-H 27”/24’’/22’’

Engineered for productivity
combining low noise andenergy efficiency

Optimized workspace withadaptive power management
and space savings

Space-saving powerhousedesktops with practicalexpandability, portability andhigh-energy efficiency.

High performance, immersive
visual and intuitive experience
with AI chip camera

14ThinkCentre M Series and Neo Series
Different value propositions for specific needs

Value Proposition

ThinkCentre M series

ThinkCentre neo series

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Enterprise class, high-end performance, best of expandability
Classic, commercial design
Unrivaled premium performance and expandability
Enterprise-grade security & MIL-spec durability
Intel® vPro® Enterprise level manageability
AMD PRO manageability

Mainstream productivity
Contemporary, stylish, sustainable design
Intuitive features for smarter performance
Enhanced all-round collaboration• Customers who need highly reliable devices with
uncompromised security, top-notch performance andadvanced manageability and best expandability• New Workplace Professionals, Content Creators andEcopreneurs who desire utmost productivity, collaboration in an
eco-friendly design, with business level performance & security

Target Segment• Enterprise customers who require manageability, advanced
security and reliability• Built for Small and Medium Businesses who look for diverse
business work scenarios

Key Differences• Classic design• Stylish and environment conscious design in terrazzo material
with speckled resin

Target Users• Intel® Core™ vPro™ processors• AMD Ryzen™ 7 Cezanne processor• Full-featured security• Rock-solid reliability• Certified with EPEAT Gold (all M series)• Smart Cable & Smart Storage2 for easy device collaborationand data storage with enhanced security• Better green appeal with OBP1 packaging & paint-free raw
material used

1OBP – Ocean Bound Plastic used in packaging
2 Specs may vary by models

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Range of configurations
ThinkCentre M series

ThinkCentre neo series

Platform

Intel vPro® Enterprise & Essential / Intel Q670
Win 11 (Pro & Home); Win 10 Pro (Win 11 pro DG)Intel® Q670, B760
Win 11 (Pro & Home); Win 10 Pro (Win 11 pro DG); Win 10 IoT
LeTOS / IGEL / non-OS

Performance

CPU: up to 13th Gen Intel® CoreTM i9-13900
GPU: up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX4060, AMD Radeon RX 6400
Memory: up to 128GB DDR5 UDIMM (4400MHz)
Storage: up to M.2 2280 2TB SSD and 2TB 7200 HDD
PSU: up to ATX 500W 92%​, TFX 380W 92%
Connectivity: up to WiFi 6E

CPU: up to 13th Gen Intel® CoreTM i9-13900
GPU: up to Intel® Arc™ A370M, AMD Radeon RX6400
Memory: up to 64GB DDR5 (4400 MHz)
Storage: up to M.2 2280 1TB SSD and 2TB 7200 HDD
PSU: up to TFX 380W 92%
Connectivity: up to WiFi 6

Reliability

MIL-STD-810H (12items), TÜV Ultra Low Noise cert, UL Anti-Dust cert.,
MBTF Test, UL Anti Shock & Anti Vibration, Corrosion ResistanceTÜV Low Noise cert, MBTF Test, UL Anti Shock & Anti Vibration, Corrosion
Resistance

Security

Advanced Platform + Device + Data Security (22 items)
ThinkShield Compliance
Up to Windows 11 Secured-Core PC / L3 security requirements
Smart USB protection
Secure wipe 2.0
BIOS Self Healing (ROT:EC)
Self-healing platform (FW resilience 2.0)
WMI
Computrace & Remote SVP

Basic Platform + Device + Data Security (13 items)
ThinkShield Compliance
Smart USB protection
Secure Wipe 2.0
WMI
Computrace & Remote SVP

Sleek design& Multi-device
experience

Smart Cable, Smart Appearance, AI-based Noise Cancellation

Stylish design in terrazzo material with speckled resin material
Smart Cable, Smart Storage, Smart Appearance, Lenovo Device Manager, AIbased Noise Cancellation

Ease of Use

ICE6.0, SSD & HDD bracket, Memory cover, Full-function Stand, Ultra-Flex
Stand, Smart Power On; B2B Card (Flex IO)

ICE6.0, SSD & HDD bracket, Memory cover, Full-function Stand, Smart Power
On; B2B Card (Flex IO)

Note: Configurations vary by models

16Next Gen Processors and Software
ThinkCentre desktop PCs feature a wide range of the latest CPU options plus Windows
11 Pro help you multitask, create content and crunch data for optimized productivity
and business performance every day.

Uncompromised
computingpower
Performance is the key to productivity. A
powerful setup allows you to spend less time
waiting and more time working. ThinkCentredelivers more computing power, fasterprocessors, and larger screens to enhance
performance and make better use of yourtime.​ICE 6.0
ThinkCentre’s Intelligent Cooling Engine (ICE) 6.0 delivers optimal performance bycontrolling internal temperatures and power consumption. Also, it has various modes
for different workplaces to fit your needs.​

Choice of form factors
The ThinkCentre family includes a range of compact form factors that don’tcompromise computing power all offering large screens and full-sized keyboards toenhance productivity.​

Human Presence Detection (HPD) Radar Sensor
The latest HPD 2.0 features a camera enabling zero-touch login/logout for easy bootup
and power management as well as an AI-powered radar sensor that intelligently blurs
the display and issues an alert when a non-registered user comes in radar range forenhanced security.

Ready to go experiences
To boost productivity waiting times are minimized with features including Smart PowerOn, Quick Boot and Modern Standby that take devices from sleep to go in the shortest
possible time. ​17

AMD PROAMD PRO manageability features enable IT professionals to easily and confidently administer
PC fleets within your organization.

Customizable
solutions to meet
every need
ThinkCentre desktops and all-in-ones are
uniquely extensible and configurable toperfectly match job function and accommodate
personal preferences. A multitude of USB ports
and modular design enables expandable
connectivity and also allows employees to keep
their favorite monitors and keyboards in use.​

Flex I/O
Connections between ThinkCentre and other hardware is simple and intuitive, allowing you toreact to your business needs swiftly. Ample I/O ports and extendibility helps to meet the complex
IT needs of today’s businesses

Lenovo ThinkCentre TIOs
ThinkCentre TIO is not only compatible with the ThinkCentre Tiny and ThinkStation Tiny, but canalso be upgraded independently, providing you the extra power you need to handle demanding
tasks.

Smart Cable
When you’ve been working on the road and return to the office, transferring data from laptop to
desktop is faster and more secure with ThinkCentre’s Smart Cable as compared to a standard
USB port which allows you to seamlessly connect devices.

Customizable BIOS and Software
Customizable modular firmware design for security, manageability including Strong Password,
Lenovo Smart USB protection, Lenovo One Key Disposal and Asset Tag.​

Smooth, Clear Conference Calls
all
Users expect anddemand smooth and efficient conference calls to communicate with clarity.
ThinkCentre’s Smart Voice, con-call base and Lenovo View: Smart Appearance, plus Windows
11 Voice Clarity feature all help users communicate with their colleagues anytime in smooth andclear conference calls helping to speed up meetings.

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Forget outsized bulky boxes. ThinkCentre’ takes design to another level toprovide a contemporary look for your workspace.
Modest size

Creating sleek
and stylish
workspaces

Say no more to oversized towers under a desk. The modest size of ThinkCentre smart
desktops, AIO, and TIO solutions maximize available desktop space and minimize
visual clutter.

Smart cable management
Cables affect the look of a workspace and they can be difficult to manage.
ThinkCentre’s full function stand and ultra-flex stand, as well as smart cablemanagement helps to hide unsightly cords. Integrated phone and keyboard garages
minimize clutter.​Sleek design and modern build materials
A desktop should compliment the décor of a workspace. The sleek designs andmodern build materials applied across the ThinkCentre family provides an enhanced
visual effect that makes a statement and adds impact.​ Neo series desktops feature aterrazzo front bezel for a uniquely artisanal look.

Mounting and bracket
Simplicity is the hallmark of good design and ThinkCentre’s mounting and bracket
helps deliver a minimalist look and feel.​
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Working long hours in an incorrect position may cause muscle injuries or lower
back pain. ThinkCentre desktops provide an ergonomic display and keyboard
setup which promotes a healthy typing position.​

Ergonomic
design for the
most
comfortableworkingexperience

Flexible, adjustable mountings adapt to any sitting or standing
position​
ThinkCentre’s full function stand and ultra flex stand of M AIO allow users to findtheir optimal position for working long-hours, whether it is standing or sitting,users can simply adjust the mountings with no tools needed.

Large screens certified with eye-care certifications
ThinkCentre screens have obtained various certifications including TÜV
Rheinland Eye Comfort, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker
Free, TÜV Low Blue Light, TÜV Ultra Low Noise and Eyesafe Display
Certification.

Wireless full-sized keyboards to boost your productivity
To provide a comfortable and healthy typing position throughout the day,ThinkCentre users can connect their desktops to wireless full-sized keyboards
according to their preference. The smart power on feature also allows users toturn on the desktop with just the keyboard.
20With the power of Windows 11 Pro, IT staff can avoid spending time on incumbent
PCs checking if they were compliant with or capable of running Windows 11 security
features.
Smooth transition

Time Saving In
DeviceDeployment
andProvisioning

Windows management tools enable admins to monitor and manage Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices at the sametime as both platforms are able to coexist. Having visibility over all devices in your organization helps identify who is in
most need of a new machine, shortening planning cycles and making the transition to Windows 11 devices smoother.

Easy security management
Windows management tools enable admins to monitor and manage Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices at the sametime as both platforms are able to coexist. Having visibility over all devices in your organization helps identify who is in

most need of a new machine, shortening planning cycles and making the transition to Windows 11 devices smoother .

Windows Autopilot
Windows Autopilot helps IT staff avoid manual work in creating a back-end database connecting hardware hashes tocustomer tenants. Using an OEM-optimized version of Windows Client, devices can be preconfigured before distributing
to employees.

Security
Businesses report 58% drop in security incidents with Windows 11 Pro devices 21.

IT management efficiency
all

Save time and money with a reported 25% faster deployment resulting in US$58 time-savings per device 22.

21, 22 Windows 11 Survey Report. Techaisle, February 2022. Windows 11 results are in comparison with Windows 10 devices

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Protect your datawith built insecurity
Increasing cybersecurity threats and a
distributed workforce makes security apriority and a challenge. ThinkCentre
comes with built-in, automatic security
features that protect user data effortlessly
without interrupting workflow.​

ThinkCentre desktops and all-in-ones
are protected by ThinkShield andpowered by the Intel vPro® platform.
This comprehensive, end-to-end
security platform helps secure critical
corporate data wherever employees
are working.​
Smart USB Protection keeps
employees’ ThinkCentre desktops
safer from rogue USB storage devices
and data leakage. IT professionals
can configure USB ports to respond
only to keyboards and pointing
devices.​Sensitive data on a drive can bedeleted without external tools or
removing the drive through Secure
Wipe 2.0. IT admins can also run log
reports to confirm the SSD or HDD
has been wiped.​
Secured-core PCs running Windows
11 and/or Microsoft Pluton have anadded layer of security architecture forextra protection from firmware attacks.
Wi-Fi 6 strengthens encryption andauthentication algorithms to better
protect corporate data.​

Self-healing BIOS intelligently restore
the system to an earlier safe state if itever becomes corrupted, giving
employees a safety net.​
Intel vPro® and 13th Gen Intel®
Core™ processors, along with
exclusive Intel® Hardware Shield,
include hardware-based, multilayer
security that helps reduce the attack
surface of a PC and assists in active
monitoring against attacks without
bogging down productivity due to lost
performance.
Windows 11 devices arrive with chips for
TPM 2.0 enabled. Encryption keys
stored securely inside TPM 2.0 help
prevent malicious attacks during boot up.
Windows Autopatch is a cloud service
that automates updates to Windows
software to support security andperformance minimizing the riskorganizations are exposed to by the timerequired for manual patching.
AMD Memory Guard and Ryzen PRO
security solutions offer built-in
protection for sensitive data at rest andin transit.
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Working in partnershipto optimize business PCs
for the modern workforce.

+
Powered by the latest Intel® and AMD
processors for for an unrivalled businessPC solution=
Think portfolio hardware
engineering
ThinkShield security
Lenovo Endpoint Management
Lenovo Modern IT Services

Built for modern business withsecurity by design23

IT meets ESG
Business leaders, employees and consumers now realize businesses need to be moreconsiderate of the impact their operations have on the wellbeing of the planet. Manybusinesses are now setting carbon net-zero goals and need to follow through on thesecommitments with action plans. IT strategy and ESG strategy need to be aligned if theseplans are to be realized. ​Emissions
Today, IT accounts for 4% of total Greenhouse Gas Emissions. That could rise
to 14% by 20407.
ESG strategy
8 in 10 ITDMs in companies with a current / developing ESG strategy agree that
IT purchases will be a key consideration of it.8
A priority for Employees
46% of Millennials and 50% of Gen Zs are actively pressuring businesses to prioritize
action against climate change. 55% reported that before accepting a job, they researchbrands’ environmental impact and policies. More than 40% of Millennials and Gen Z havealready or would switch jobs or sectors over climate concerns.9

7 Tech for sustainability: What IT and developers can do | TechTarget
8 Lenovo ThinkCentre Changing Workplace Survey 2022
9 Bloomberg Business July 2023

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ThinkCentre desktops and all-in-ones are designed with sustainability in mind
to help you hit your ESG targets while lowering the cost of investment.​

Sustainablebusinesses needmore sustainable
computing​

Manufacturing• 100% of ThinkCentre models released after 2019 contain closed-loop postconsumer recycled plastic• 90% of plastic packaging by weight for Lenovo PC products will be made fromrecycled materials by 2025 inc. Ocean Bound Plastic.
• Lenovo ThinkCentre desktops contain between 16.1% and 57.2% PCC plastic byweight• Some of our desktops are EPEAT rated and TCO certified*Power consumption• Since 2018, ThinkCentre PCs have become 37% more energy efficient.
• ThinkCentre M series and Neo series ENERGY STAR certified​

Extended life span
• Repair: Lenovo support customer self repair to extends the lifespan of devices
after device warranty expiration.
• Upgrade: Instead of replacing the entire desktop, ThinkCentre’s setup can be
upgraded by simply plugging a compatible ThinkCentre Tiny, Thin Client into theback of the monitor.
* See www.epeat.net and https://tcocertified.com/product-finder/

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Environmental related Certifications and Regulations
EPEAT registered1
EPEAT system address the full product lifecycle, fromdesign and production to energy use and recycling

Certifications for Bidding Samples3

ENERGY STAR
Ensure the system power consumption even in low powerstatesERP
LOT3

EU ErP
Regarding eco-design requirements for computers

RoHS
The restriction of the use of certain hazardous substancesin electronic equipment

Ultra Low noiseTÜV assures improved design and component selection for
low noise emission from the PC(22~25dB under idle mode)

TCO certified2
World-leading sustainability certification for IT products
1 See www.epeat.net for list of registrations by country
2 See https://tcocertified.com/product-finder/ for products with this certification
3 Only Applicable on selected scope of products.

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Environmental Features Checklist

Package: 30% innovative Ocean-Bound-Plastic (OBP) is being used in the system bag.
Material: PCC recycled ABS plastic used chassis for all ThinkCentre models.
Eco-labels & Service: CO2 Offset Service is available for all products.
Sustainable Material

Sustainable Packaging

Eco-labels & Service

EPE Cushion

OBP Thermal
Shell

System Bag

FSC Paper

Recycled Material

CO2 Offset
Service

TCO

EPEAT

Energy Star

M90T Gen4LSSC Ready[1]--30% OBP

Ready by 23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0Gold / Silver

Y

M90S Gen4LSSC Ready

Ready by
CY24M

30% OBP

Ready by 23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0Gold / Silver

Y

M70T Gen4LSSC Ready--

30% OBP

Ready by 23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0Gold / Silver

Y

M70S Gen4LSSC Ready

Ready by
CY24M

30% OBP

Ready by 23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0Gold / Silver

Y

M75S Gen4LSSC Ready

Ready by
CY24M

30% OBP

Ready by 23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0Gold / Silver

Y

M90Q Gen4LSSC ReadyY

30% OBP

Ready by 23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0

Gold

Y

M80/70Q Gen4LSSC ReadyY

30% OBP

Ready by 23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0

Gold

Y

M75Q Gen4LSSC Ready

30% OBP

Ready by 23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0

Gold

Y

M90A Pro Gen4LSSC Ready

30% OBPY

65% PCC ABS

optional

9.0

Gold

Y

Product Name

Y

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Environmental Features Checklist•••

Package: 30% innovating Ocean-Bound-Plastic (OBP) is being used in the system bag.
Material: PCC recycled ABS plastic used chassis for all ThinkCentre models.
Eco-labels & Service: CO2 Offset Service is available for all products.

Sustainable Material

Sustainable Packaging

Eco-labels & Service

Marketing Name
30% OBP
Thermal Shell

System Bag

FSC
Paper

Recycled Material

CO2 Offset
Service

TCO

EPEAT

Energy Star

TC neo 50t Gen4--

30% OBP

Ready by
23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0Gold / SilverYTC neo 50s Gen4--

30% OBP

Ready by
23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0Gold / SilverYTC neo 50a 24 Gen4--

30% OBPY

65% PCC ABS

optional--

SilverY

TC neo 30a 27 Gen4--

30% OBPY

65% PCC ABS

optional--

SilverY

TC neo 30a 24 Gen4--

30% OBPY

65% PCC ABS

optional--

SilverY

TC neo 30a 22 Gen4--

30% OBPY

65% PCC ABS

optional--

SilverY

TC neo 50q Gen4

Y

30% OBP

Ready by
23CQ3

85% PCC ABS

optional

9.0Gold / SilverY

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Sustainable Packaging vs. Normal Packaging
EPE Cushion(90%PIC)

Save estimated 1.71 kg
CO2 eq / kg.

Thermal Shell(30%OBP+70%PIC)

System Bag(30%OBP)

Save estimated 1.59 kg CO2 Save estimated 1.29 kg CO2
eq./kgeq./ 1kg

Paper of FSC Certification

Save estimated 17 trees /ton
FSC material

Sustainable
Packaging

Traditional EPE Cushion(0% PIC)

Normal
Packaging

Acronym:
PCC = Post Consumer Content, recycled materials from customers
PIC = Post Industry Content, recycled materials from internal factories
OBP = Ocean Bound Plastic, reducing plastic spill into the sea
EPE = Expanded Polyethylene
FSC = Forest Stewardship Council

Normal System Bag(0% PIC)

Paper

Box w/o FSC logo

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Durability andreliability in any
environment
To safeguard your work, Lenovo
ThinkCentre PCs are tested formore than 10,000 hours inLenovo and independent
laboratories to ensure militarylevel durability so you have theassurance that your PC willcontinue to operate reliably nomatter what environment you areworking in for a sustained andconsistent user experience.

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Lenovo is dedicated to constantly improving product quality. All ThinkCentre desktops have gone
through rigorous testing for reliability and durability to achieve industry-leading standards. With
the solid build quality, ThinkCentre delivers a reliable and trusted business experience to users.

Military-grade quality and reliability

Meeting
industry-leading
standards forviability,
durability andreliability

US Department of Defence Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests
MIL-STD-810H Certification

UL Anti-dust certification
Dust blocks filters and prevents air flowing through the PC casing making fans work
harder to keep it cool. ThinkCentre desktops are UL Anti-dust certified protecting
against overheating and acoustic issues and enhancing reliability

TUV Low Surface Vibration
ThinkCentre towers and SFF desktops offer users a stable, quiet working environment
thanks to a unique double-layered silicon foot designed by Lenovo which reduces
vibration and noise cause by the HDD.

TUV Shock Resistance
Data is important and Lenovo ThinkCentre would like to help users andbusinesses to protect your PC from physical damage of the HDD and loss of
local data. ThinkCentre Towers and SFF desktops feature shock-proof design
tested under severe conditions.
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ThinkCentre
MIL-STD Testing
Leadership

Industry-leading product testing for durability and reliability
Since 2007, Lenovo has used the US Department of Defense's *MIL-STD 810H standards tohelp our products strike a perfect balance value and durability right out of the box.
Lenovo ThinkCentre products are currently tested across 12 parameters using 26 procedures:

Vibration

FungusTested while running and turned off

28 days with common fungus sources

Humidity

Altitude

95% relative humidity, at 30°C-60°C

Tested for operations at 15,000 feet

High temperature

Solar radiation

Storage: 63°C for 24 hrs.
Operation: 43°C for 2 hrs.

Three 24-hr cycles of simulated UV radiation

Low temperature

Shock

Storage: -25°C for 24 hrs.
Operation: -21°C for 2 hrs.

Transit dropped tested in every corner
26 times

Contamination by fluids

Temperature shock

Chemicals on exposed surface
5~10minTested in temperature shocks cycles
going from -25°C to 60°C for 6hrs

Sand and dust

Salt fog

Anti-dust certified protecting against
thermal and acoustic issues andenhancing reliability

24hrs spray + 24hrs dry, 2 cycles
32Premier Support Plus

Comprehensive
care for yourLenovo IT assets
Lenovo offers a comprehensive portfolio ofservices that support the full lifecycle of yourLenovo IT assets. From initial strategic planningto customized configuration, deployment,
support, protection, security, and asset
recovery—Lenovo has solutions powered by tohelp you embrace new workplace technologies.

Whether employees are in the office, hybrid, or remote, Premier Support Plus helps IT leaders provide
their organization’s workforce with the support to do their best work, while freeing IT teams from thebreak/fix burden. Get the highest level of support, including Lenovo expert engineers for a seamlessremote fix; next business day onsite labor and parts prioritization (dependent on market, parts and HWavailability); Accidental Damage Protection for inevitable mishaps such as drink spills; Keep Your Drive;
sealed battery coverage; and more. Lenovo’s human-centered approach is designed to meet support
needs 24/7/365, and our proactive and predictive issue detection helps solve issues before they happen.

Lenovo Device-as-a-Service (DaaS)
Combine hardware, services, and software into a single, flexible solution to maintain predictable monthly
costs. This innovative, fully-managed model drives down capital IT expenses while ensuring youremployees experience the latest technology to help keep them secure and productive.

Lenovo Warranty
Lenovo Warranty ensures ThinkCentre is protected by offering a full range of award-winning, flexible
services, including depot service, onsite service, warranty extension, sealed battery service, andinternational warranty service.

Lenovo CO2 Offset Services
Take tangible climate action and offset the estimated CO2 emissions across the average lifecycle of yourdevice from manufacturing to shipping, usage and end-of-life and support climate action projects verified
by United Nations, CDM, Gold Standard, and Climate Action Reserve. At any time, you can view thedetails of your offsets and the projects supported through the serial number of your device, thus ensuring
complete transparency.

Lenovo Asset Recovery Services
Support a circular economy through end-of-life IT asset management with enhanced security. Lenovo
Asset Recovery Services helps you mitigate security concerns and maximize asset value, keeping
resources circulating wherever possible and recycling assets in an environmentally conscious way.
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Introducing Windows 11 Pro for Business
Defend against evolving threats
Organizations can support hybrid work securely no matter where their employees work using
Windows 11 Pro.
Secured-Core PCs
Secured-core PCs are the most secure Windows PCs ever, with powerhouse protection out of
the box that proactively helps prevent infections, protect information, and reduce security
complexity.

Pluton Protection Designed by Microsoft
Microsoft Pluton hardware security provides additional protection against sophisticatedfirmware-level attacks and is available on select devices.
Enhanced Collaboration With Teams
Windows 11 is designed to work seamlessly with Microsoft 365, including Microsoft Teams.

Windows Release Health
Get information on the latest Windows releases and servicing milestones, plus resources andsafeguards to help plan your next update.
Windows Update for Business
Use Windows Update for Business to help ensure that devices anywhere have the latest
security and Windows features.

35Benefits of Windows 11 Pro and modern hardware
Three-year 250% ROI and payback in less than 6 months
The Forrester Total Economic Impact™ study found that
Windows 11 devices:• Reduced the risk of a successful security attack by 20%• Increased productivity for security and IT teams by 20%• Reduced the number of incoming help desk tickets by 80%• Decreased time for deployment of devices by 25%

Key Assumptions• $1 billion in annual revenue• 2,000 total employees• 4-year hardware refresh cycle• Migrates to Window 11 devices• Increased end-user productivity by 15%• Produced a reduction in costs for supporting legacy
technology of 4%

Source: Commissioned study delivered by Forrester Consulting “The Total Economic Impact™ of Windows 11 Pro
Devices”, December 2022. Note, quantified benefits reflect results over three years combined into a single composite
organization that generates $1 billion in annual revenue, has 2,000 employees, refreshes hardware on a four-year
cycle, and migrates the entirety of its workforce to Windows 11 devices.
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Windows 11 Pro brings extra value add
Supporting Innovation Culture“

Our company wants to try new
features with Windows 11 devices as it
will enhance our innovation culture.
We’re currently focusing on the newdevices adding value to our Zero Trust
strategy.”

Connectivity for Hybrid Working“

Having good Wi-Fi or Bluetoothconnectivity is important because wehave over half our workers still working
hybrid. We’re also piloting edge-based
devices across our plants, and having
Windows 11 devices with better
connectivity has been very valuable.”-- Head of information system
dept.,manufacturing

Chief technology officer,
manufacturing

Greater Management Efficiency“

A feature that resonates across theboard is having TPM 2.0 chips and nothaving to add those to devices. We
also no longer have to actively monitor
our TPM management console…”- Chief technology leader,technology

Source: Commissioned study delivered by Forrester Consulting “The Total Economic Impact™ of Windows 11 Pro
Devices”, December 2022. Note, quantified benefits reflect results over three years combined into a single
composite organization that generates $1 billion in annual revenue, has 2,000 employees, refreshes hardware on afour-year cycle, and migrates the entirety of its workforce to Windows 11 devices.
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