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When a computer is starting up, the user can access the Boot Menu by pressing one of several keyboard keys. Common keys for accessing the Boot Menu are Esc, F2, F10 or F12, depending on the manufacturer of the computer or motherboard. The specific key to press is usually specified on the computer’s startup screen.
Power on the system. Press F1 at the Lenovo, ThinkPad, ThinkStation, or ThinkCentre logo during bootup.
How do I get my Lenovo laptop to boot from USB?
Solution
- Attach the USB device to the system via any available USB port.
- Press and hold the Power Button for few seconds to turn off the system completely.
- Power on the system.
- There should be a pop-up menu with a list of choices.
- The system should now boot from the USB drive.
What is F12 boot menu?
The F12 Boot Menu allows you to choose which device that you would like to boot the computer’s Operating System from by pressing the F12 key during the computer’s Power On Self Test, or POST process. Some notebook and netbook models have the F12 Boot Menu disabled by default.
What is the BIOS key for Lenovo?
To enter BIOS via function key Immediately press the F1 key 5-10 times after the power on button is pressed or restart the system and press F1 when the Lenovo logo is displayed.
Which boot option should I use?
You should use option 1 as UEFI offers many useful features like secure boot which can prevent boot-time viruses from loading. Thus it is recommended to install any operating system in UEFI mode. The Best secure way is in UEFI mode.
How do you reboot a Lenovo laptop?
Restart a Lenovo Laptop. If your computer is running properly and you want to reboot it for some reason, you can do this through the Windows Start menu. Click the “Start” menu followed by the “Power” or “Power Options” button. You are given the option to “Shut Down” or “Restart” the computer.
How do you enter the BIOS on a Lenovo laptop?
Understand BIOS. Pressing F1 to enter your Lenovo BIOS will take you to the Main Menu of your Setup Utility. From here, you can view information on the BIOS version on your Lenovo. The Setup Utility allows you to configure your Lenovo hardware, adjust the system date and time, and configure the security options on your Lenovo hardware.
The F1 or F2 key should get you into the BIOS. Older hardware might require the key combination CTRL+ALT+F3 or CTRL+ALT+INS or Fn+F1. If you have a ThinkPad, consult this Lenovo resource: how to access the BIOS on a ThinkPad.