Lenovo ThinkCentre M730q

What type of RAM does the Lenovo ThinkCentre M730q support, and what is the maximum capacity?

The M730q supports DDR4-3200 SO-DIMM memory. It has two slots and a maximum capacity of 64 GB (2x 32 GB).

How many M.2 slots does the M730q have, and what types of drives are supported?

The M730q has one M.2 2280 slot that supports PCIe NVMe SSDs. It does not support SATA M.2 drives.

Can I install a 2.5-inch SATA drive in the M730q?

Yes, the M730q has a single internal bay for a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or SSD, connected via a SATA 6 Gb/s port.

What CPUs are compatible with the Lenovo ThinkCentre M730q?

The M730q uses an LGA 1200 socket and is compatible with Intel 10th generation Core processors (e.g., i3-10100, i5-10400, i7-10700), as well as Pentium and Celeron models from the same generation.

Is the CPU in the M730q socketed and user-upgradeable?

Yes, the CPU is socketed (LGA 1200) and can be replaced by the user, provided the new processor is within the supported 65W TDP range and compatible with the chipset.

What other upgradeable components does the M730q have?

The M730q has a single M.2 2230 slot for a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth card, and the system fan is replaceable. The power supply is external (brick-style) and not user-upgradeable.

Does the M730q support any additional storage via an M.2 SATA drive?

No, the M.2 slot only supports PCIe NVMe drives. For SATA storage, you must use the internal 2.5-inch drive bay.