How to Start a Lenovo Laptop in Safe Mode on Windows 10: A Comprehensive Guide

Safe Mode is a diagnostic tool that can help you identify and resolve issues with your Lenovo laptop's operating system. In this article, we provide a step-by-step guide on how to boot your Lenovo laptop into Safe Mode on Windows 10, using three different methods. Whether you use the Settings menu, Power menu, or the F8 key, we've got you covered.

Introduction to Safe Mode

Safe Mode is a troubleshooting mode that starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and services. This can help you determine if a misbehaving application is causing issues on your Lenovo laptop. Safe Mode can also be useful when you suspect malware or driver conflicts are affecting the performance of your computer.

Method 1: Using the Settings Menu

Open Settings: Click on the Start menu and select the Settings gear icon. Update Security: Go to Update Security. Recovery: In the left pane, click on Recovery. Advanced Startup: Under Restart now, your computer will restart and take you to the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). Troubleshoot: Select Troubleshoot. Advanced Options: Click on Advanced options. Startup Settings: Select Startup Settings. Restart: Click Restart. Your computer will restart again. Choose Safe Mode: After the restart, you will see a list of options. Press the corresponding number key (usually 4 for Safe Mode or 5 for Safe Mode with Networking) to start in Safe Mode.

Method 2: Using the Power Menu

Open Power Menu: On the login screen, hold down the Shift key while selecting Restart from the Power menu. Follow Steps 5-9: Follow the same steps as in Method 1 from the Troubleshoot section onward.

Method 3: Using F8 Key (if enabled)

Restart Your Laptop: If your laptop is off, turn it on. Press F8: As soon as the Lenovo logo appears, repeatedly press the F8 key until you see the Advanced Boot Options menu. Select Safe Mode: Use the arrow keys to highlight Safe Mode or Safe Mode with Networking, then press Enter.

Important Notes:

If your laptop has fast startup enabled, the F8 method may not work. In that case, use one of the other methods. You may need to disable fast startup in the power options if you have trouble accessing Safe Mode.

Following these steps should help you successfully start your Lenovo laptop in Safe Mode on Windows 10.

Alternative Methods for Booting with a DVD/USB

If you prefer to use a bootable DVD or USB, the process is slightly different:

Power on the computer as soon as the Windows logo appears. Disconnect all power sources, including the battery and charger, for about 5 seconds. Power it on with its internal components back in place and hold the F8 key as you hear the PC click. Select Safe Mode from the resulting menu.

By following these steps, you can access Safe Mode and troubleshoot any issues affecting your Lenovo laptop's performance.