Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox Information
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Discontinued Device
The Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox is currently discontinued and will no longer receive operating system updates from Google or the Manufacturer. This could potentially leave your device vulnerable to newly discovered security threats that may go unpatched if discovered after June 30 of 2021. Your device will still continue to function for several years past the EOL date but may not support newer web standards that were released after June 30 of 2021. To uderstand your options when it comes to the use of discontinued devices, including options to repurpose or install a third party operating system, please consult the Discontinued and End of Life Device Chapter of this guide
The Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox is a discontinued Chromebox manufacturered by Lenovo to target the general market. The Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox was released on June 02 of 2015 and will receive operating system security and feature updates until June 30 of 2021.
System Specifications
The Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox is an x86_64 based Chromebox powered by a Intel Celeron 3205 or Intel Core i3 5005U clocked at 1.5 GHz with 2 GB or 4 GB of RAM. As far as built-in storage, the Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox has 16 GB eMMC of local disk space. The Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox runs code built for the x86_64 architecture.
Hardware Information
Feature Product Status EOL Manufacturer Lenovo Device Form Factor Chromebox Processor Intel Celeron 3205 or Intel Core i3 5005U
(Clocked at 1.5 GHz)Architecture x86_64 RAM 2 GB or 4 GB Storage 16 GB eMMC Target Market Commercial Release Date June 02 of 2015 Board Codename tidus (tidus) Baseboard tidus(tidus) ChromeOS.Guide DeviceID LenovoTidus Hardware Ports
Panel Port List Front I/O - Power Button
- 2x USB 3.0 Ports
- Headphone/Microphone Combonation Jack
Rear I/O - HDMI Video Output
- DisplayPort Video Output
- 4x USB 3.0 Ports
- Headphone/Microphone Combonation Jack ,
Power Button Location Front USB Power Delivery Support No Software Information
Feature ChromeOS Operating System Integrity True ChromeOS EUA Date June 30 of 2021 Device Status EOL ChromeOS OTA Status Offline ChromeOS Plus false Linux Support Yes Linux GPU Support No Parallels Support No
Pricing and Availability
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Accessories
The Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox is a versatile and powerful Chromebox, offering a seamless blend of performance, design, and flexibility. To unlock its full potential and enhance your user experience, a wide range of accessories can complement this premium device. Whether you're looking to improve productivity, boost creativity, or protect your investment, there’s something for everyone.
In this section, you'll find a curated list of accessories that are fully compatible with the Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox. From must-have peripherals like docking stations, webcams, and chargers to additional enhancements like keyboards, mice and external monitors, we’ve got you covered. Each recommendation has been carefully selected to ensure compatibility, quality, and the best possible experience for your Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox.
Universal DisplayLink Docking Stations
Universal Docking Stations powered by DisplayLink Technology allow you to power external displays over a standard USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 Port. These docking stations are excellent for those who wish to focus on productivity but these Universal Docking Stations do have several limitations that may be a problem for some users such as the inability to view High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) such as content from streaming media or Android Applications with security policies that previent screenshots/screen mirroring (banking applications and password managers). Additionally, these limitations may prevent some work related applications from functioning if your company uses any security policies that block screen mirroring or screenshots of company applications.
DisplayLink Docking Station | Price/Purchase Link |
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Plugable 4K DisplayPort and HDMI Dual Monitor Adapter for USB 3.0 and USB-C, Compatible with Windows and ChromeOS | Buy now on Amazon for $59.95 |
WAVLINK USB 3.0 to HDMI Universal Video Adapter, Displaylink Chips Supports up to 6 Monitor displays, Compatible with Windows, MacOS, Ubuntu 20.04,22.04,LTS, ChromeOS-Upgrade Version | Buy now on Amazon for $39.99 |
WAVLINK USB 3.0 to HDMI Universal Video Adapter, Displaylink Chips Supports up to 6 Monitor displays, Compatible with Windows, MacOS, Ubuntu 20.04,22.04,LTS, ChromeOS-Upgrade Version | Buy now on Amazon for $39.99 |
Webcams
The Lenovo ThinkCentre Chromebox should work with most consumer and professional grade webcams on the market. The list below shows several of the most popular webcams that will work for your Chromebox however you can access the ChromeOS Guide Accessory Database for a full list of devices that we have verified will work with ChromeOS.
Webcam | Price/Purchase Link |
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Lenovo HD 1080p Webcam (300 FHD) - Monitor Camera with 95° Wide Angle, 360° Rotation Pan & Tilt, Dual Microphones – Attachable Desktop Cam with Privacy Shutter for Remote Work, Streaming & Gaming | Buy now on Amazon for $34.18 |
Logitech C270 Hd Webcam, 1280 Pixels X 720 Pixels, 1 Mpixel, Black | Buy now on Amazon for $26.99 |
Logitech C920x HD Pro Webcam, Full HD 1080p/30fps Video Calling, Clear Stereo Audio, HD Light Correction, Works with Skype, Zoom, FaceTime, Hangouts, PC/Mac/Laptop/Macbook/Tablet - Black | Buy now on Amazon for $69.04 |