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    How do I get into safemode!!

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by BNHabs, Nov 16, 2008.

  1. BNHabs

    BNHabs Notebook Deity

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    I have tried all the keys.. F8, F12.. None are working. I am pressing them when it says "Press The ThinkVantage" sign on bootup.

    Why can't I get in safemode with shortcuts. The only way is to shut down my computer manually so the screen automatically comes up.
     
    BNHabs, Nov 16, 2008
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  2. whizzo

    whizzo Notebook Prophet

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    what happens if you actually do press the thinkvantage sign?

    at any rate, i'm sure you can find the appropriate button in your user's manual.
     
    whizzo, Nov 16, 2008
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    Safe mode is usually entered by holding down F8 right before the Windows start-up splash screen. You could try to hold down F8 after the Lenovo BIOS start-up screen disappears; that should present you the menu to choose from various Windows boot options.
     
    firefox360, Nov 16, 2008
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