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ThinkSmart Core - Basic: Service and Support Overview

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ThinkSmart Core:

ThinkSmart Core

Describes the ThinkSmart Core: Basic (11S6), and how to obtain support.

For information about other ThinkSmart Core configurations, visit: ThinkSmart Core and ThinkSmart One Configurations.

Overview

ThinkSmart Core is a modular room kit designed for flexibility and scalability in meeting spaces. These purpose-built, modular room kit solutions start with ThinkSmart Core, a compute that is powered by 11th Gen Intel CoreTM vProTM processors with Intel Iris X graphics for optimized business productivity and collaboration.

This device has a custom software image that is managed by the Lenovo Business Partner. A Lenovo standard software image is available using: Lenovo Digital Download Recovery Service.

Shipment Group - What is in the box

The following table lists the components that are included within the shipment package:

ThinkSmart Core (11S6)

ThinkSmart Core System device

Core system device

AC Adapter (1), Power Cord (1)
Brackets, and Screws
User Manuals and Publications

 

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Finding the Serial Number (SN)

ThinkSmart Core unit serial number can be found by one of the following:

  • Printed label on the ThinkSmart Core device
  • Windows IoT Administrator Account

Notes: The ThinkSmart Touch Controller label does not include a serial number.

 

Printed Label on the ThinkSmart Core unit

The serial number is on the printed product label on the bottom of the ThinkSmart Core unit.

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Windows 10 IoT Adminstrator (Admin) Account

Use the following steps:

  1. Open the Command Prompt by pressing the Windows Key on the keyboard.
  2. Press X key.
  3. Select Command Prompt (Admin) on the menu.
  4. On the keyboard, enter the following command: wmic bios get serialnumber

This serial number appears on the screen.

Serial Number

Customer Support: Lenovo, Lenovo Business Partner

ThinkSmart Core is supported based on the following:

  • Lenovo: Supports hardware repair, Frequently Asked Question's (FAQ's), and How-To use.
  • Lenovo Business Partner: Supports the software.

Drivers and Software Updates

The following identifies how to update the various drivers and software.

Notes:
  • Windows features an on-screen keyboards when used with a touch controller. For ease-of-use, Lenovo recommends a USB keyboard, mouse and external display.
  • ThinkSmart Core:Basic (11S6) does not include ThinkSmart Manager Service (TSMS). The ThinkSmart Manager Service can be installed. For more information, click: ThinkSmart Manager

 

Component Update Source and Recommended Sequence
ThinkSmart Core: Drivers, BIOS, Firmware From Lenovo Technical Support (support.lenovo.com) to update all drivers, BIOS and Firmware. For more information, visit: [Video] How to download and install a driver from Lenovo Support Website.
 
Notes:
Windows IoT From Microsoft. Update all drivers via Windows Update, visit:

 

Lenovo Support Resources

Lenovo Diagnostics

Lenovo Diagnostics UEFI Bootable is embedded within the ThinkSmart Core. To create a flash disk, click: Create Bootable USB with UEFI Diagnostics.

Lenovo Diagnostics

For ease-of-use, Lenovo recommends a USB keyboard, mouse and external display.

Method One: Press F12 during initial power-on when Lenovo logo screen appears:

Press the F12 during the start sequence. The Setup Drive Menu appears.
Startup Device

Move to App Menu, then select Lenovo Diagnostics.
App Menu

The following appears.

Lenovo Diagnostics

Method Two: To access diagnostics immediately, press F10 during initial power-on when Lenovo logo screen appears: 

Lenovo Diagnostics

For more information, including the user guide, visit:

OS Recovery and Reimage

This device has a custom software image managed and supported by the Lenovo Business Partner. Contact the Lenovo Business Partner.

A Lenovo standard software image is available using: Lenovo Digital Download Recovery Service.

Symptom and the recommended service parts replacement information for service personnel

Describes the recommended service parts replacement based on the symptom for a ThinkSmart Core for service personnel. For more information, click: Symptom and the recommended service parts replacement information for service personnel – ThinkSmart Core.


Document ID:HT515429
Original Publish Date:06/21/2023
Last Modified Date:02/11/2025