Repairing a Lenovo laptop depends on the type of issue you’re facing. Here's a general step-by-step guide to help you troubleshoot and fix common Lenovo laptop problems:
π§ 1. Power Issues
Symptoms: Laptop won't turn on.
Solution:
- ✅ Check the power adapter and cable.
- ✅ Remove the battery (if removable), plug in the charger, and try turning it on.
- ✅ Hold the power button for 15–20 seconds to drain residual power, then restart.
- π Try a different charger if available.
π» 2. Screen Problems
Symptoms: Blank screen, flickering, or lines.
Solution:
- ✅ Connect to an external monitor to check if it’s a display issue.
- π Update or reinstall the graphics driver from Device Manager.
- ⚠️ If screen is cracked, it needs physical replacement (can be done at a local repair shop or Lenovo service center).
π 3. Battery Not Charging
Symptoms: “Plugged in, not charging”
Solution:
- ✅ Uninstall battery drivers from Device Manager → Restart.
- π Try a different power outlet/adapter.
- π§ Update Lenovo Vantage software and check battery settings.
πΎ 4. Slow Performance
Symptoms: Laptop hangs or runs slowly.
Solution:
- ✅ Disable startup programs (Task Manager > Startup).
- ✅ Run Disk Cleanup and uninstall unused apps.
- π Upgrade RAM or replace HDD with SSD for better speed.
π 5. OS/Software Issues
Symptoms: Windows not starting, crashing, or blue screen (BSOD).
Solution:
- ✅ Boot in Safe Mode and uninstall recent updates or drivers.
- π Perform System Restore.
- π½ Use Lenovo Recovery (press F11 during boot) or reinstall Windows.
π 6. Wi-Fi Not Working
Symptoms: No internet or limited connection.
Solution:
- ✅ Restart the router and laptop.
- π Reinstall the network adapter driver.
- π§ Enable Wi-Fi using Function key (Fn + F5 or similar, depending on model).
π 7. Audio Not Working
Symptoms: No sound or distorted audio.
Solution:
- ✅ Check sound settings and output device.
- π Reinstall or update the audio driver.
- π§ Try headphones to check if speakers are damaged.
π ️ When to Go to a Technician
- Broken screen or keyboard.
- Water damage.
- Motherboard or chip-level issues.
- BIOS-related failures.
π§° Tools You Might Need:
- Small screwdrivers.
- Thermal paste (for heating issues).
- External USB boot drive (for OS reinstallation).
If you tell me your specific problem, I can give you exact steps to fix it.
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