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Bios Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA05 became damaged following a BIOS update.

Bios Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ADA05 became damaged following a BIOS update.

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SmartBoysFart
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04-24-2017, 03:26 AM
#1
It is very unlikely that there is a dual bios switch on the laptop. BIOS updates always come with risks, I bricked my old laptop when HP pushed a bad BIOS and it being HP, I was overnighted an envelope with an overnight air label and it was back to me in about a 36hr turnaround from me sending to me receiving it back. And because they pushed the bad update it was covered under warranty.
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SmartBoysFart
04-24-2017, 03:26 AM #1

It is very unlikely that there is a dual bios switch on the laptop. BIOS updates always come with risks, I bricked my old laptop when HP pushed a bad BIOS and it being HP, I was overnighted an envelope with an overnight air label and it was back to me in about a 36hr turnaround from me sending to me receiving it back. And because they pushed the bad update it was covered under warranty.

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Armandodark
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04-24-2017, 03:26 AM
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Symptoms The system fails to restart following a BIOS update. Possible fixes include performing a power-down: disconnect power and remove external peripherals. If removable, take out the battery. For laptops with a removable battery, apply the pin-hole reset method. Devices with internal batteries often feature an emergency pin-hole reset button located on the bottom cover (refer to the emergency-reset hole in the User Guide for details). For guidance on obtaining the User Guide, consult instructions for Lenovo ThinkPad, ThinkCentre, Ideapad, and Ideacentre models.

Solutions Try a power-down sequence: unplug power source and disconnect all external devices. Remove battery if possible. On laptops with an internal battery, use the pin-hole reset. Some models include a dedicated emergency pin-hole reset button on the bottom cover (see emergency-reset hole in the User Guide).

Laptop Reset Steps For Ideapads:
- Use a straightened paper clip inside the reset hole to restart.
- On other laptops, press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds.
- Certain Ideapads have a Novo button that accesses BIOS or recovery mode.

Product Introduction To locate the OneKey Recovery (Novo) button on Ideapad devices:
If the reset procedure succeeds, investigate potential power button faults. For further assistance, reach out to support.

Additional Guidance After Power Drain
Reconnect power cables and turn on the device. Verify power and battery status using these resources:
- Troubleshooting No Power Issues
- Troubleshooting Battery Issues

If needed, contact support for more details.
Source: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/produ...ios-update
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Armandodark
04-24-2017, 03:26 AM #2

Symptoms The system fails to restart following a BIOS update. Possible fixes include performing a power-down: disconnect power and remove external peripherals. If removable, take out the battery. For laptops with a removable battery, apply the pin-hole reset method. Devices with internal batteries often feature an emergency pin-hole reset button located on the bottom cover (refer to the emergency-reset hole in the User Guide for details). For guidance on obtaining the User Guide, consult instructions for Lenovo ThinkPad, ThinkCentre, Ideapad, and Ideacentre models.

Solutions Try a power-down sequence: unplug power source and disconnect all external devices. Remove battery if possible. On laptops with an internal battery, use the pin-hole reset. Some models include a dedicated emergency pin-hole reset button on the bottom cover (see emergency-reset hole in the User Guide).

Laptop Reset Steps For Ideapads:
- Use a straightened paper clip inside the reset hole to restart.
- On other laptops, press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds.
- Certain Ideapads have a Novo button that accesses BIOS or recovery mode.

Product Introduction To locate the OneKey Recovery (Novo) button on Ideapad devices:
If the reset procedure succeeds, investigate potential power button faults. For further assistance, reach out to support.

Additional Guidance After Power Drain
Reconnect power cables and turn on the device. Verify power and battery status using these resources:
- Troubleshooting No Power Issues
- Troubleshooting Battery Issues

If needed, contact support for more details.
Source: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/produ...ios-update

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BooshDev
Member
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04-24-2017, 03:26 AM
#3
Thanks! It's great to hear that. We'll deliver the laptop to Lenovo tomorrow.
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BooshDev
04-24-2017, 03:26 AM #3

Thanks! It's great to hear that. We'll deliver the laptop to Lenovo tomorrow.

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Mudkipmeneer
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04-24-2017, 03:26 AM
#4
Stay gentle yet clear in your approach.
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Mudkipmeneer
04-24-2017, 03:26 AM #4

Stay gentle yet clear in your approach.

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GreenUHC
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04-24-2017, 03:26 AM
#5
They claim the repair involved altering the motherboard, which is what it should have meant.
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GreenUHC
04-24-2017, 03:26 AM #5

They claim the repair involved altering the motherboard, which is what it should have meant.

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GeT_KuBeQ
Junior Member
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04-24-2017, 03:26 AM
#6
The motherboard needs replacement due to a faulty BIOS chip. Refreshing the chip isn't worth the effort compared to swapping the whole board. It's reassuring that the issue has been resolved.
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GeT_KuBeQ
04-24-2017, 03:26 AM #6

The motherboard needs replacement due to a faulty BIOS chip. Refreshing the chip isn't worth the effort compared to swapping the whole board. It's reassuring that the issue has been resolved.

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ApeBarrel
Member
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04-24-2017, 03:26 AM
#7
Good evening, your laptop seems to be having issues. Would you like me to provide a screenshot of the BIOS information? That should help with your repair.
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ApeBarrel
04-24-2017, 03:26 AM #7

Good evening, your laptop seems to be having issues. Would you like me to provide a screenshot of the BIOS information? That should help with your repair.