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.

Things You Should Know

  • Most Ideapad Lenovo computers have a Novo button that you can press to enter BIOS.
  • Press "F2" or "FN + F2" as your computer restarts to enter BIOS. You may need to repeat this several times to get it right.
  • If you are running Linux, tap "F1" instead.
Method 1
Method 1 of 5:

Using a Function Key at Reboot (All Windows versions)

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    Reboot or turn on the computer. 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.
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    Repeatedly tap F2 until the BIOS appears. 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.″
    • You may need to press FN + F2.
    • Other models and Linux computers use F1 instead of F2.[2]
    • This may take a few attempts until you can enter BIOS.
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Method 2
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Using the Novo Button on Ideapad

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    Shut down your laptop or computer. Go to the Start menu and click Power > Shut Down.
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    Press the One Key Recovery (Novo) button. This button usually looks like a curved arrow pointing backward and is usually on the top or side of your device.[3]
    • Only Ideapad Lenovo's have the Novo button.[4]
    • Your computer will boot directly into BIOS when you press this button.
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Method 3
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Using Advanced Options in Windows 10

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    Click Update & security. It’s the option with a curved arrow.
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    Click Recovery. It’s in the left column.
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    Click Restart now. It’s under ″Advanced startup″ in the right panel. The PC will reboot to a blue menu.
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    Click Troubleshoot on the menu. It’s the option with a screwdriver and a wrench.
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    Click Advanced options. It’s the last option.
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    Click UEFI Firmware Settings. It’s in the right column.
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    Click Restart. The PC will restart and boot into the BIOS.
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Method 4
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Using the Shift Key in Windows 10/8.1/8

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    Continue holding Shift and click Restart. Keep holding the key down as the PC reboots to a blue menu screen.
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    Click Troubleshoot on the menu. It’s the option with a screwdriver and a wrench.
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    Click Advanced options. It’s the last option.
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    Click UEFI Firmware Settings. It’s in the right column.
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    Click Restart. The PC will restart and boot into the BIOS.
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Method 5
Method 5 of 5:

Using Advanced Options in Windows 8.1/8

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    Move the mouse to the top-right corner of the home screen and then move it downward. A menu will appear.[6]
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    Click Settings.
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    Click Change PC Settings. It’s at the bottom of the menu.
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    Click Update and recovery. It’s at the bottom of the left column.
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    Click Recovery. It’s in the left column.
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    Click Restart now. It’s under the ″Advanced startup″ header in the right panel. The PC will reboot to a blue menu.
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    Click Troubleshoot on the menu. It’s the option with a screwdriver and a wrench.
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    Click Advanced options. It’s the last option.
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    Click UEFI Firmware Settings. It’s in the right column.
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    Click Restart. The PC will restart and boot into the BIOS.
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Darlene Antonelli, MA
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This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Darlene Antonelli, MA. Darlene Antonelli is a Technology Writer and Editor for wikiHow. Darlene has experience teaching college courses, writing technology-related articles, and working hands-on in the technology field. She earned an MA in Writing from Rowan University in 2012 and wrote her thesis on online communities and the personalities curated in such communities. This article has been viewed 252,816 times.
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