How to turn on a laptop without a power button
A broken power button is one of the most common problems for laptop users. This malfunction prevents the device from starting in the normal way. It is best to repair and replace the button, but it is not always possible to do this at home or immediately take the laptop to a repair shop. You can turn on the device bypassing this button, and this can be done in several ways.
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How can I turn on a laptop without a button?
It is not recommended to disassemble a laptop yourself and try to fix a button that does not work if you have not worked with this type of device before. Incorrectly performed actions will lead to damage to other elements.
It is best to use the services of specialists or turn on the device without a button. In some cases, only the top is broken, and the switch is in working condition. To start the laptop you will only need to press the base of the button in any available way.
Boot Menu
Almost all laptops have a special button that, when pressed, allows you to activate a special menu. As a rule, it is located on some side of the case or on top near the screen and is pressed with a needle or finger. You can turn on the device in this way by following these steps:
- Carefully inspect the laptop case or find a description in the instruction manual to determine the required button.
- Locate the needle or pin if it is installed in the body itself.
- Press once and wait for the menu to open. A small blue window should appear on the monitor. Moving around the window with the keyboard arrows, find the “Normal Startup” mode and then press the Enter key.
After a certain time, the laptop will turn on successfully. Naturally, this button can be used all the time, but it is sometimes inconvenient and causes certain difficulties. Therefore, it is advisable to make certain settings in the BIOS.
Power ON function
It is better to first take care of how to turn on the laptop if the start key is broken. In addition, this method is useful for people who start using the Boot Menu. You just need to specify certain settings, and it will be possible to turn on the device from the keyboard.
Main steps:
- Go to the BIOS in any way.
- Find the "Power" menu. The name may be different depending on the BIOS manufacturer.
- Find the “Power ON function” submenu and set “Any Key”.
- Next you need to restart the laptop, but before exiting you need to save.
By changing these settings, you can turn on the device by pressing any button on the keyboard.
What other ways are there to turn on a laptop without a button?
Some laptops are not equipped with keys to enter a special menu. You won't be able to turn on the device without this. But the launch can be done from the motherboard through the BIOS. To get to it, you need to disassemble the laptop case.
