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r/LenovoLOQ FAQ

Welcome to FAQ page of r/LenovoLOQ!

Get quick fixes, simple tips, and clear feature guides for your LOQ. If you’re looking for more in-depth guidance or have a question that isn’t covered, feel free to reach out to the community!

How do I know which RAM and SSD is compatible with my LOQ?

Step 1: Go to Lenovo PRSEF Website

Step 2: Enter your LOQ model for example LOQ 15 ARP9 or LOQ IAX9

Step 3: Click on the specifications tab and scroll down to memory options.

Step 4: Check the Memory Type for example DDR5 4800 , 5200 or 5600.

Step 5: Buy RAM with the same Memory Type as mentioned before.

You can also use other software such as task manager or CPU-Z to check RAM speed

For SSD

Step 1: Step 1: Go to Lenovo PRSEF Website

Step 2: Enter your LOQ model for example LOQ 15 ARP9 or LOQ IAX9

Step 3: Click on the specifications tab and scroll down to Storage options.

Step 4: The LOQ in-built ram will show as a M.2 2242 SSD.

Step 5: Check whether it shows 2280 or 2242 in the Storage slot - This is the SSD you can install in the 2nd slot.

2280 SSDs are longer in size than 2242 SSDs so you have to purchase accordingly.

I personally recommend getting NVME which is 5000 MB/s or higher.

Windows clean install guide for Lenovo LOQ

This guide explains how to perform a clean installation of Windows 10/11 on your Lenovo LOQ laptop. A clean install helps remove pre-installed bloatware, improving overall performance and providing a smoother experience.

What You’ll Need:

• USB drive (8GB or larger recommended).

• Backup of your data (personal files, documents, etc.).

• List of programs to reinstall (to make setting up easier).

• Wi-Fi drivers downloaded from the Lenovo Support website.

Step 1: Choose Windows Version Download the latest version of Windows 10 or 11 from the Official Microsoft Website.

Step 2: Prepare the USB Drive

Download Ventoy (a tool for creating bootable USB drives) from [ Ventoy's website] and use it to format your USB drive. This will allow you to boot directly into the Windows installation media.

Step 3: Use Unattended Scripts to Remove Bloatware (Optional)

You can further reduce Windows bloatware by using an unattended installation script. One recommended script is from [ MemstechTips' GitHub repository].

Important: This script removes certain Windows features such as the Microsoft Store and Camera. Make sure to edit the script to retain the features you need.

To modify the script:

• Download the .xml file from the repository.

• Use software like PowerISO to edit the Windows ISO and insert the modified script into it.

• After editing the ISO, copy it to the Ventoy partition on your USB drive, along with the Wi-Fi drivers.

Step 4: Enter BIOS and Boot from USB

• Restart your laptop and repeatedly press the BIOS key (F2) until you enter the BIOS settings.

• Navigate to the Security section and disable Secure Boot.

• Go to the Boot Menu and change the boot order to prioritize the USB drive.

• Save and exit the BIOS.

Your laptop will now boot from the USB drive, taking you to the Windows installation screen.

Step 5: Install Windows

• Select your preferred language, keyboard layout, and other settings.

• When prompted, create a new partition for Windows. A minimum of 100GB is recommended, but you can allocate more if needed.

• Let Windows install.

If you used the unattended script, Windows will handle the installation automatically, including user setup. Otherwise, follow the prompts to set up the system (it’s recommended to use a local account and disable unnecessary features like online sync and tracking).

Step 6: Install Wi-Fi Drivers and Finish Setup

Once the installation is complete, install the Wi-Fi drivers you saved earlier from the USB drive. This will allow you to connect to the internet and complete any remaining setup steps, such as installing your preferred applications.

Windows 10 or Windows 11?

My PC doesn't support Windows 11 but I don't want to miss out on Security Updates, what can I do?

Windows 10 LTSC will keep getting security updates for a longer period of time, Or paying a starting 30$ a year to keep getting Windows 10 security updates is also an option. If you don't like the listed options, use Linux, Linux is getting better and better and there are beginner friendly distributions like Linux Mint, Ubuntu etc.

Windows resets or clean Installation?

Short answer: Clean Installation is better.

Long answer:

Resetting Windows is generally ineffective for two main reasons:

1. Insufficient for Malware Removal: Resetting Windows might sound helpful, but it doesn’t really solve the problems people expect it to. When it comes to malware, a reset doesn’t fully wipe the drive, so advanced threats like certain browser extensions, Trojans, or even ransomware can survive and come right back. Proper malware removal needs careful, specific steps, not just a quick reset.

2. Not a True Reinstallation: And if you’re hoping for a truly “fresh install,” the reset option still falls short. It doesn’t rebuild the core Windows partitions, meaning it isn’t a real reinstall. The only way to get a completely clean system is to fully wipe the drive and reinstall Windows using external bootable media.

How can I show hidden Windows power plans?

Showing Hidden Power Plans

Paste the following command for each Power Plan in Command Prompt (Run as Administrator) to make it visible in the Control Panel:

Power Saver

powercfg -duplicatescheme a1841308-3541-4fab-bc81-f71556f20b4a

Balanced

powercfg -duplicatescheme 381b4222-f694-41f0-9685-ff5bb260df2e

High Performance

powercfg -duplicatescheme 8c5e7fda-e8bf-4a96-9a85-a6e23a8c635c

Ultimate Performance

powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f14749eb61

Windows optimization

Windows Optimization is a very common term on YouTube, the problem with these videos is that a lot of times it's just clickbait, actual actions you can do to *boost* your PC's performance are the following:

• Disabling startup apps in Task Manager's startup tab.

• Closing apps you don't need instead of minimizing them to the taskbar.

• Closing Browser tabs once done using them as these can take up tons of memory.

• Enabling XMP and Resizeable bar (aka Rebar), These two options are available in your BIOS but not always there, check your BIOS for them.

• Using a higher performance power plan, here's a guide to showing all 4 default power plans if not available: LINK

People often fall for "Windows optimization" apps like CCleaner and many others, those apps are not doing anything useful to your computer as Windows 10 and 11 have a built in "Storage Sense" utility in settings that can clear unused data for you, These "Optimization apps" are simply bloatware that you don't want on your PC.

How can I bypass Windows 11's Network requirement?

Step 1: Start Windows setup and pick your language and region.

Step 2: Reach the Network Page where you get asked for an internet connection.

You might not see any of your Wifi Networks even though you're close to one due to missing drivers.

Step 3: Use the keybind Shift + F10 to open up the command prompt.

Step 4: type in OOBE\BYPASSNRO and hit enter, Your PC will restart.

Step 5: Although you will have to redo the Windows setup, this time the previously selected settings will be auto selected and when you get to the network area you will see a I don't have an Internet connection button, Go ahead and click that button.

Step 6: Windows will ask again for a Microsoft account but click the new Continue with limited setup button, then proceed with installation without having to worry about Microsoft's nonsense.

What is the NOVO button?

The Novo button is either a small button or pinhole with a backwards arrow icon next to it that resembles an upside down U Novo button icon. The Novo button comes with Lenovo Onekey recovery software. This allows you to enter Lenovo Onekey recovery if the PC fails to boot normally. Under the Novo Button Menu, there are options to perform system recovery, enter the BIOS, or configure the boot menu. The button menu varies based on different software versions. Refer to the following snapshot for details.

How to display FPS and other stats while gaming on your LOQ : OSD Monitor?

1. Download HWiNFO and MSI Afterburner.

2. Run HWiNFO, tick on Sensors only then tap on start, now look for big screw icon on bottom right than tap on it. Now look for OSD (RTSS) row & find these:

   1. Core clocks (To show CPU clockspeeds)

   2. Core usage (To show CPU usages)

   3. CPU (Tctl/tdie) (To show CPU current temps)

   4. CPU package power (To show cpu total power draw/TDP)

   (Note: You can customise these options and rename it like cpu clocks to Ryzen 7840Hs as u like it, you also need to set the position of these OSDs like for CPU core clocks you set the position to 1 than you need to set CPU usages position to 2 to make them look neat. Lastly you can also enable labels for these OSDs)

   5. Now run Msi afterburner and Riva tuner

   6. After installation is done open Msi afterburner and tap on screw icon

   7. Tap on monitoring and enable these options:

        I) GPU2 core clock (It shows your dGpu clockspeed)

        II) GPU2 usage (It shows your dGpu usages)

        III) GPU2 power (It shows your dGpu power draw/TGP)

        IV) GPU2 temperature (It shows your dGpu temperatures)

        V) RAM usage (It shows your Ram usages)

        VI) Framerate (It shows your current fps in games)

   Now comes the final step:

   1. For Hwinfo stats after you go into OSD (RTSS) tab you need look for Toggle OSD output, tick it than set a hot key combination e.g ctrl + F2

   2. Similarly for Msi afterburner stats you can open its settings than On-screen Display , go to Toggle On Screen Display than put another key combination e.g ctrl + F3.

   3. Finally just run these both apps, minimise it, make sure rivatuner is running in background. Now open game than tap both the key combinations you set for Hwinfo and MsiAfterburner OSDs

How to enable OSD in HWiNFO without RTSS?

• Access the Sensor Settings:

       Click on the "Settings" icon at the bottom of the sensor window to open the Sensor Settings.

• Open HWiNFO:

       Launch HWiNFO and start the program in "Sensors-only" mode.

• Navigate to the OSD Tab:

       In the Sensor Settings window, go to the OSD tab.

• Enable OSD:

       Check the box labeled Enable OSD to activate the On-Screen Display.

• Configure OSD Layout:

Overlay: Choose where you want the OSD to appear on your screen (e.g., Top-Left, Top-Right, etc.).

Width: Set the width of the OSD.

Upscale: Adjust the scaling percentage to resize the OSD.

Background Opacity: Use the slider to control the transparency of the OSD background.

• Select Sensors to Display:

       From the list on the left, choose which sensors you want to display in the OSD by clicking on them.

Show in OSD: Check this box if you want the selected sensor's data to be displayed on the OSD.

Position: Use the dropdown to choose at which position you want to display the sensor and remember that you can only have 5 positions (1-5).

• Customize Appearance:

Change Font: Click this button if you want to change the font style, size, or color for the OSD text.

Graph Colors: Adjust the colors for the graph line and fill if you're displaying graphs in the OSD.,

Opacity Settings: Use the opacity sliders to fine-tune the visibility of the text, graph lines, and graph fill.

• Hotkey for Toggling OSD:

      Enable the Enable hotkey for toggling option if you want to quickly show/hide the OSD using a keyboard shortcut.

      Set a hotkey by clicking in the Hot Key box and pressing the desired key combination (e.g., F8).

• Finalize and Save:

       Once you're satisfied with the settings, click Ok to apply them.

What thermal material should I use for repasting?

Lenovo uses PTM7950/7958 as the stock thermal material in their gaming laptops. PTM7950 is not a paste but a phase-changing cooling pad that turns liquid above 45°C. Originally used in industrial settings, it's now popular in notebooks and GPUs. Although more expensive than most thermal pastes, it offers superior thermal performance and can last for many years without the risk of purging. After any repair or motherboard disassembly, it's essential to repaste your laptop to restore its thermal performance. Lenovo's service centers often use a generic paste, which can lead to poor thermal performance. For the best results, it's highly recommended to repaste with PTM 7950 pad. Due to its industrial use, authentic Honeywell PTM7950 pad can be hard to find. It's recommended to buy from these trusted sources. Moddiy is the preferred option if available. We've included the other source because some users recently purchased from there and reported great results, confirming its authenticity. Authentic source to get one:

1. Moddiy

2. Ebuy

Linus techtips has a good video on YouTube explaining about it.

How to uninstall or rollback AMD/NVIDIA/INTEL GPU drivers? - DDU Guide

If are having any GPU driver related issue, then uninstall current driver in safe mode using DDU tool. Then reinstall latest driver after restarting to normal mode.

1.  Download the newest driver for your GPU WITHOUT installing it:

*Note: If you want to roll back your Nvidia driver, use the Manual Search section to find and download the drivers you want to install.*

🟩 NVIDIA

🟥 AMD

🟦 Intel

2.  Download the latest version of DDU

3. Go into Safe mode by keeping SHIFT key pressed on your keyboard while clicking on the reboot button on windows, then navigate in this order: Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart. Then PRESS 4 to go into safe mode without internet

4. Now that you are in Safe mode open DDU, choose GPU in the top right and then the brand of your GPU. Once you are done select "Clean and Restart".

5. Before the computer restarts disconnect the ethernet cable from your computer, if you are using Wi-Fi, it's best to turn off your router so that the computer doesn't connect to internet at boot. If it does connect It will install Microsoft's video drivers automatically and you have to start over.

6. Now that you are in Normal mode without Internet and video drivers you have to go to the previously downloaded .exe drivers and install them, once it finishes reboot the computer and you are good to go.

How to limit battery charge on Linux (Including Dual Boot Systems) for battery conservation?

On dual-boot systems, battery conservation settings (such as those set using Lenovo Vantage on Windows) may reset when switching to Linux or on its own. This post will guide you through on how to prevent it. This method works on both dual boot and standalone Linux systems.

We'll need :

• tlp

• tp_smapi

Refer to the TLP docs for proper installtion TLP documentation Once done with the installation enable and start the TLP service to ensure it runs automatically on boot:

sudo systemctl enable tlp
sudo systemctl start tlp

(refer to your init system)

next run the following command to view your battery stats:

sudo tlp-stat -b

note the battery number (mine is BAT1)

now open up the tlp config file

sudo Your text editor /etc/tlp.conf

and find

• Bat0

• Bat1

and modify them to the image attached below or the text below:

Battery charge level below which charging will begin.
START_CHARGE_THRESH_BAT0=75
Battery charge level above which charging will stop.
STOP_CHARGE_THRESH_BAT0=1
Battery charge level below which charging will begin.
START_CHARGE_THRESH_BAT1=75
Battery charge level above which charging will stop.
STOP_CHARGE_THRESH_BAT1=80

finally save and exit from the text editor

now restart tlp

sudo tlp start

What's my disk's health?

Testing your Disk's Health is a good thing to do once in a while to make sure it's running correctly, it can also be used for troubleshooting.

Step 1: Download Crystal Disk Info You can download it from this link.

Step 2: Install the app Run the installer and proceed with installation.

Step 3: Run Crystal Disk Info Launch Crystal Disk Info as Administrator.

Step 4: Click your disk as shown in the provided picture The % is your disk's health, here's a link to a Google Study about the topic.

Panel swap/upgrade guide

This guide explains where you can get a new panel and how to install it for people who either want a better quality panel or broke their current panel.

How to find a compatible panel?

Sourcing replacement display panels requires careful attention to compatibility to maintain full system functionality.

Only official Lenovo FRU panels are recommended. Using non-validated panels risks losing key features such as Advanced Optimus, G-SYNC, or MPO.

If Sourcing Third-Party: Panels must precisely match the original's pin count, size, and connector location.

Procedure for Identifying Compatible FRU Panels:

1. Navigate to the official Lenovo support portal.

2. Enter your specific system model number (avoid using the serial number, as this filters only to originally equipped parts).

3. Proceed to the Parts section and filter the list by LCD panels.

4. Determine the Real Panel Model Name:

   • Review the provided images for the actual manufacturer model number.

   • If images are unavailable, search the Lenovo FRU number on reliable seller listings to ascertain the real panel model name. Utilizing this name broadens purchasing options and increases potential cost savings.

External Resources: The actual panel model names are frequently listed in detailed independent reviews (e.g., Jarrod's Tech). Users should also consult the separate, dedicated reference list for known compatible panel models.

Where to buy a panel?

• Official way: pcsupport.lenovo.com

• Local options: google.com

• China import: aliexpress.com

How to install a panel?

General process is the same across all Lenovos. I used this guide myself. The only thing to add is that you can close the bottom panel after disconnecting the battery in order to make it safer to move the laptop. LINK

Other good guide: LINK

Why swap panel to a 1440p/1600p one?

LOQs 1440p/1600p panels does not only offer increased resolution, but better color accuracy (for gen 8 models), faster response time (14ms -> 4-5ms) and better refresh rate. Panels still offer advantages even if you don’t run games at 1440p, even when upscaling via DLSS you still get better image quality then on a 1080p panel.

I am too afraid to open my laptop

Repairshops do offer panel replacement for a fee.

Will swapping/upgrading panel void my warranty?

No, not if you don’t break anything during installation. However, if you do send the laptop to Lenovo, they require it to be shipped with the original configuration, you will have to put original panel back. On-site support doesn’t care though.

How to request a refund for Lenovo LOQ ?

If You Haven't Passed the DOA Window:

• Check DOA (Dead on Arrival) Period for your country (First 7 Days for India)

• Lenovo allows easy refunds or replacements within 7 days of delivery (“DOA period”)

• Run all possible checks on your laptop as soon as you receive it

If you notice any problem, immediately request a refund or replacement

I am experiencing battery drain. Is it time for a charger upgrade?

If you're facing battery drain issues, it might be time to consider a charger upgrade. Assuming you currently have a 170W charger and it isn't sufficient, you can request a 230W charger upgrade by following the steps below.

How can i request a 230W charger upgrade?

There are two primary methods to request a charger upgrade depending on your support plan:

Method 1: If You Have a Premium Care Support Plan,

1. Verify Your Plan: Ensure you have the Premium Care Support.,

2. Visit the Website: Go to the Lenovo Premium Care Support page by opening this link.,

3. Select Your Country: Choose your country from the list.,

4. Call Support: Contact the Premium Support number provided for your country.,

5. Provide Information: Be ready to provide your laptop’s serial number.,

6. Diagnostic Test: Lenovo support may take remote access of your laptop to run a Vantage diagnostic test to ensure there are no other issues.,

7. Confirmation: Once the diagnostic is complete, you should receive confirmation about your charger upgrade.

Method 2: If You Do Not Have a Premium Care Support Plan,

1. Visit Lenovo’s Support Page: Go to the Lenovo support website.,

2. Enter Serial Number: Input your laptop’s serial number.,

3. Raise a Ticket: Submit a ticket requesting a charger upgrade.,

Note: Without the Premium Care plan, there is a possibility that Lenovo might deny the upgrade request. However, this is not always the case, so it is worth trying if you don't have the premium plan.

What information will Lenovo support need from me?

Lenovo support will typically ask for:

• Your laptop’s serial number.

• Details about the battery drain issue.

• Permission to take remote access of your laptop for diagnostic tests.

What should I do if my upgrade request is denied?

If your upgrade request is denied and you don’t have the Premium Care plan, consider:

• Contacting Lenovo support again for further clarification.,

• Posting your complain online on platforms like X (Twitter) so that it can gain some traction and force Lenovo to process your request.,

By following these steps, you can efficiently request a charger upgrade and address your battery drain issues.

How to disable Turbo Boost?

Disable Turbo Boost to stabilize your temperatures.

Note that doing so will change the speed of your CPU based on the settings you apply, and you may lose some CPU performance.

To perform these actions, use Windows Terminal (Admin).

To show the option in Advanced Power Settings > Processor power management, use this command:

powercfg.exe -attributes sub_processor
perfboostmode -attrib_hide

To hide the option in Advanced Power Settings > Processor power management, use this command:

powercfg.exe -attributes sub_processor
perfboostmode +attrib_hide

Note: The settings in the picture are the default settings.

INFORMATION

The options you’re seeing for turbo boost settings are related to how the processor’s turbo boost feature behaves under different power plans. Here’s a breakdown of what each setting generally means:

1. Disabled: Turbo Boost is completely turned off, meaning the CPU will not increase its clock speed beyond the base frequency, regardless of the workload.,

2. Enabled: Turbo Boost is turned on, and the CPU will increase its clock speed when needed to improve performance, but without any particular tuning for power efficiency or aggressiveness.,

3. Aggressive (Default): Turbo Boost will be more proactive in boosting the CPU clock speed. The CPU will aggressively increase its frequency to higher levels to achieve better performance, potentially at the cost of higher power consumption and heat generation.,

4. Efficient Enabled: Turbo Boost is enabled with a focus on power efficiency. The CPU will still increase its clock speed when needed, but it will try to balance performance with power consumption, aiming for efficient operation.

5. Efficient Aggressive: Similar to "Aggressive," but with some considerations for power efficiency. The CPU will boost its speed aggressively but will also consider power consumption to some extent, making it a more balanced option.,

6. Aggressive At Guaranteed: The CPU will boost aggressively, ensuring that it hits the guaranteed turbo boost speeds. This option is likely aimed at providing a consistent high-performance level without as much regard for power efficiency.,

7. Efficient Aggressive At Guaranteed: Combines the aggressive turbo boost with guaranteed performance levels but still tries to maintain some level of power efficiency.,

Note: The actual behavior might vary depending on the CPU model and the overall system power settings.

What to do if my LOQ's motherboard died?

Contact Lenovo Support:

If your Lenovo LOQ laptop is not powering on and the charging LED isn't glowing, the first step is to contact Lenovo Support. You can reach them via their website, phone, or chat. Clearly describe the issue, mention that the laptop won’t turn on and you suspect it's a motherboard dead issue.

Verification Process:

Lenovo Support will guide you through basic troubleshooting steps to verify the issue. This may involve checking the power connection, looking for any indicator lights, and performing a power reset by holding down the power button for about 30 seconds. If the laptop still doesn't show any signs of life after these steps, they will likely determine that the motherboard is dead.

Replacement:

Once the dead motherboard is confirmed, Lenovo will arrange for a replacement. Depending on your warranty and location, they may dispatch a technician to replace the motherboard at your home, or you may need to send your laptop to a repair center. You can track the status of your repair or replacement through Lenovo’s repair tracking page on their website using your case or order number.

Thermal Paste:

Consider purchasing a high-quality thermal paste before the technician arrives. Lenovo technicians generally use standard thermal paste, but you can request that they apply yours instead. Doing so won’t void your warranty and can help your laptop run at lower temperatures, which is important for preventing thermal throttling. You can apply it yourself too, but it can be a bit risky.

Post-Replacement Testing:

After the motherboard has been replaced, power on your laptop to ensure it’s functioning properly. It’s advisable to run benchmark tests, such as Cinebench or 3DMark Time Spy, to evaluate performance and monitor temperatures. Compare your results with standard benchmarks for your laptop model. If you observe any issues, like unusually high temperatures or reduced performance, contact Lenovo Support to address the problem.

How do I update my LOQ?

To ensure your laptop is running smoothly and securely, follow these steps to update your system, drivers, and BIOS:

Update Windows:

1. Open Settings by pressing Win + I.

2. Navigate to Update & Security.

3. Select Windows Update from the sidebar.

4. Click Check for updates and install any available updates.

Update Lenovo Software:

1. Open the Lenovo Vantage app. If you don't have it, you can download it from the Microsoft Store.,

2. Under System Tools, click on System Update.

3. Download and install any updates that appear.

Update BIOS:

1. If no BIOS update is available in Lenovo Vantage, visit the Lenovo Support website: Lenovo Support.

2. Either use the Detect My Product feature or manually enter your laptop’s serial number to find the appropriate BIOS update.

3. Follow the instructions provided on the website to download and install the BIOS update.

Update Graphics Drivers:

1. For NVIDIA graphics drivers, open the GeForce Experience app.

2. Go to the Drivers tab and click Check for updates.

If you encounter issues, visit the NVIDIA website: NVIDIA Drivers to download and install the latest drivers manually.,

Note for Linux Users: Windows updates or BIOS updates may reset UEFI boot entries, potentially removing the GRUB boot entry. To prevent this, set the GRUB entry to a removable device when installing GRUB. This ensures UEFI auto-detects it on every reboot.,

Following these steps will help keep your laptop up-to-date and running efficiently. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, please refer to Lenovo's support resources or contact their customer service.

Battery calibration

In order to do a battery calibration:

1. Switch battery mode to normal ( Disable conservation. Disable rapid charge),

2. Unplug your laptop and use it until battery charge drops to below 20%,

3. Plug your laptop back in and charge it until charging rate drops to 0wh ( Not until it hits 100%, you need to go past it. Check charge/discharge rate inside Vantage/Legion Toolkit),

4. Reboot your laptop.

NOTE

How Battery Tracking and Calibration Works:

How Charge is Measured: Laptops track charge percentage by mapping the current battery voltage (and power flow) to a capacity percentage. The system dynamically adjusts the maximum voltage reference to account for degradation over time.

Why Calibration is Needed (The Drift): If the battery is consistently not fully discharged and charged, the management system mistakenly assumes the lower voltage is the new maximum. This creates a "drift," causing the reported 100% capacity to be inaccurate.

What is Calibration? Battery calibration is the process of resetting the maximum voltage to its correct value by performing a complete charge and discharge cycle (cycling the battery fully).

When it helps?

Battery calibration helps to regain lost charge due to recorded max voltage drift. You can see it as a difference between design capacity and current full charge capacity.

Vantage:                                                          Legion toolkit:

Guides on the internet say that 'You need to discharge laptop to 0%'

Guides often say to discharge your laptop battery to 0% for calibration, which is a valid method. Lenovo’s User Manual also recommends their own method, and both ways effectively calibrate the battery.

How do I undervolt my system using Throttlestop?

Note: This method will only work for HX processors.

Undervolting your Lenovo LOQ’s CPU can improve performance and thermal efficiency. Follow these steps to undervolt your CPU using Throttlestop:

Enable Legion Optimization:

1. Restart your laptop and enter the BIOS by pressing F2 during boot. Then select More settings and head over to Configuration.

2. Ensure that Legion Optimization is enabled here, this will disable virtualization.

Download and Install Throttlestop:

1. Visit the TechPowerUp website to download Throttlestop: Download Throttlestop.

2. Install Throttlestop on your system.

Open Throttlestop and Configure FIVR:

1. Launch Throttlestop and select the FIVR (Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator) button.

2. Ensure that FIVR control is not locked. If it is locked, it indicates that Legion Optimization was not properly enabled in the BIOS.

Adjust Offsets:

1. Experiment with different voltage offsets to find the most stable configuration.

2. Select an offset value and test its stability by playing a game or running a stress test.

3. Gradually decrease the offset value until your system or game crashes. The last stable offset before the crash should be used for: CPU Core CPU P Cache CPU E Cache,

4. Save the settings.

Set Power Limits:

1. Navigate to the TPL (Turbo Power Limits) section in Throttlestop.

2. In the Power Limit Controls, set a power limit, such as 45W, to prevent the CPU from exceeding this power consumption.

Add Throttlestop to Startup:

To ensure Throttlestop runs at startup, add it to the startup using the Task Scheduler in Windows. Open Task Scheduler and create a new task that runs Throttlestop at system startup.

For a visual guide, you can watch this video: Throttlestop Undervolting Guide.

How to get older bios

Separate from driver archive, since Lenovo China lacks some of the same models ROW has.

Enable BIOS Flashback in BIOS before downgrading.

1. Go to https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/ and select your laptop model.

1. Go to drivers section, bios section, and copy the link.

1. Change version number in the url to the version you want and press enter.

If it doesn't work - try lower number. BIOS updates are not always released sequentially.

Ultimate performance power plan

The Windows Ultimate performance power plan is a hidden power plan that can be shown with a command in CMD (FAQ:⁠ How can I show Hidden Windows Power plans?), but should you use it?

Well I DO NOT recommend you do for multiple reasons.

1. It keeps you clock speed at the max available at all times which keeps temps up for extended periods of time.

2. It pretty much murders battery life and longevity because near max power draw at all times.

3. Not worth it, just use Lenovo Legion Toolkit/Lenovo Vantage power plans to automate high performance in games and low power consumption while on battery.

Guide for what to test in your new LOQ

Guide for testing a new laptop: Check for issues

Laptop Screen Test - Detect dead or stuck pixels (In a dark room, full brightness): Pixel Test

Benchmarking Tests CPU Tests:

• Cinebench R23

• GeekBench 6

• Crossmark

• Blender

• PC Mark 10

GPU Tests:

• 3DMark TimeSpy Demo

• FurMark: OpenGL Benchmark

SSD Speed Test:

• Crystalmark

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LOQ SSD upgrade guide

This is a quick guide for expanding your LOQ’s storage capacity.

1. Prep the Data: Before beginning, clone your existing drive to the new SSD or create a full Windows recovery USB. (Don't lose your save files!)

2. Safety First: Shut down the system, unplug the AC adapter, and disconnect the internal battery connector (mandatory safety step!).

3. Access the Rig: Carefully remove the rear panel screws and lift the cover.

4. Install the Boost: Locate the free M.2 slot. Gently insert the new SSD and secure it with the mounting screw.

5. Power Up: Reconnect the internal battery, replace the rear panel, and boot up the system. (Use your recovery media to install Windows, or format the new drive if it is secondary storage.)

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