4 Easy Ways to Enter the BIOS on a Lenovo Laptop

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The best shortcuts to access the BIOS on any Lenovo laptop
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Do you need to troubleshoot your computer or change some settings in BIOS? There are many reasons you could want to enter the BIOS on your computer , including there changing your startup process or simply changing your system clock. Since each manufacturer does this a little differently, this wikiHow article teaches you how to access the BIOS on a Lenovo laptop or desktop PC.

Entering the BIOS via Function Key

Turn on your laptop and repeatedly press “F2” or “FN + F2” as it restarts. Repeat this process several times until the BIOS appears. If you’re running Linux, tap “F1” instead.

Method 1
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Using a Function Key at Reboot (All Windows versions)

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  1. As soon as the computer restarts, you’ll see a black screen that says ″lenovo″ in large white letters. [1] The screen only appears for a few seconds, so you’ll need to perform the next step quickly.
    • If you’re using Windows 8/8.1, you’ll need to restart the computer from Windows to access the BIOS. From the Windows desktop, press ⊞ Win + i , click Power , and then click Restart .
  2. Aim to press the key twice per second. The key you need to use for your model appears at the bottom of the ″lenovo″ screen next to ″to Setup.″ [2]
    • You may need to press FN + F2 .
    • Other models and Linux computers use F1 instead of F2 . [3]
    • This may take a few attempts until you can enter BIOS.
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Using the Novo Button on Ideapad

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  1. Go to the Start menu and click Power > Shut Down .
  2. This button usually looks like a curved arrow pointing backward and is usually on the top or side of your device. [4]
    • Only Ideapad Lenovo's have the Novo button. [5]
    • Your computer will boot directly into BIOS when you press this button.
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Using Advanced Options in Windows 10

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  1. It’s usually at the bottom-left corner of the desktop. [6]
  2. It’s near the bottom of the menu. [7]
  3. It’s the option with a curved arrow.
  4. It’s in the left column. [8]
  5. It’s under ″Advanced startup″ in the right panel. The PC will reboot to a blue menu.
  6. It’s the option with a screwdriver and a wrench. [9]
  7. It’s the last option.
  8. It’s in the right column. [10]
  9. The PC will restart and boot into the BIOS.
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Using the Shift Key in Windows 10/8.1/8

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    • Windows 10:
      • Click Start
        Windows Start
        .
      • Click your user name. It’s at the top-left corner of the menu.
      • Click Sign out .
    • Windows 8.1/8:
      • Press ⊞ Win + X .
      • Click Shut down or sign out . It’s at the bottom of the menu.
      • Click Sign out .
  2. Don’t lift your finger when the menu appears.
  3. Keep holding the key down as the PC reboots to a blue menu screen. [11]
  4. It’s the option with a screwdriver and a wrench. [12]
  5. It’s the last option. [13]
  6. It’s in the right column. [14]
  7. The PC will restart and boot into the BIOS. [15]
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Using Advanced Options in Windows 8.1/8

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  1. A menu will appear. [16]
  3. It’s at the bottom of the menu. [17]
  4. It’s at the bottom of the left column.
  5. It’s in the left column.
  6. It’s under the ″Advanced startup″ header in the right panel. The PC will reboot to a blue menu.
  7. It’s the option with a screwdriver and a wrench.
  8. It’s the last option.
  9. It’s in the right column.
  10. The PC will restart and boot into the BIOS.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/HT500216
      2. ↑ https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/laptops-and-netbooks/ideapad-s-series-netbooks/s145-14iwl/solutions/ht500216-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-ideapad
      3. ↑ https://download.lenovo.com/pccbbs/mobiles_pdf/thinkpad_p43s_p53s_ubuntu_installation_whitepaper_v1.0.pdf
      4. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht104038
      5. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht062552
      6. ↑ https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/laptops-and-netbooks/ideapad-s-series-netbooks/s145-14iwl/solutions/HT500216
      7. ↑ https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/laptops-and-netbooks/ideapad-s-series-netbooks/s145-14iwl/solutions/ht500216-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-ideapad
      8. ↑ https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/laptops-and-netbooks/ideapad-s-series-netbooks/s145-14iwl/solutions/ht500216-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-ideapad
      9. ↑ https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/laptops-and-netbooks/ideapad-s-series-netbooks/s145-14iwl/solutions/ht500216-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-ideapad
      1. ↑ https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/laptops-and-netbooks/ideapad-s-series-netbooks/s145-14iwl/solutions/ht500216-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-ideapad
      2. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht500217-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-for-lenovo-desktops-all-in-ones-windows
      3. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht500217-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-for-lenovo-desktops-all-in-ones-windows
      4. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht500217-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-for-lenovo-desktops-all-in-ones-windows
      5. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht500217-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-for-lenovo-desktops-all-in-ones-windows
      6. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht500217-recommended-way-to-enter-bios-for-lenovo-desktops-all-in-ones-windows
      7. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/videos/vid100750-how-to-enter-the-bios-setup-utility-in-window-8-10
      8. ↑ https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/videos/vid100750-how-to-enter-the-bios-setup-utility-in-window-8-10

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