On Lenovo Laptops, we usually use the Fn + F5 buttons to enable the WiFi wireless network adapter. However, in some cases, the wireless card feature becomes unusable due to system or hardware errors.
How to Activate WiFi Adapter on Lenovo Laptop
WiFi driver updates can usually resolve problems caused by operating system errors. If you have updated your wireless network card and are still experiencing the same problem, you will need to search for other solutions.
For Lenovo branded laptops, the WiFi is disabled due to the bios battery usually being removed during computer cleaning. As a result, you may not be able to use your wireless card after computer maintenance.
When you reinstall the removed bios battery, you will see that the WiFi is not activated. In order to enable WiFi in a Lenovo PC, you must install the manufacturer’s stable software on your computer.
If the notebook manufacturer does not release Drivers that support the new operating system for older models, you should spend some time searching for compatible drivers over the Internet. To turn on the Lenovo wireless card, you will need Lenovo’s Energy Management software.
How to Turn on Wireless Card on Lenovo Laptops
Lenovo Laptop owners using Windows 10, 8, 8.1, and Windows 7 operating systems need the Energy Management software to turn on the wireless feature.
To solve the wireless feature-off problem, you need to have the Lenovo Energy Management program installed. If you have installed the most up-to-date version of Lenovo Energy Management, the Fn + F5 buttons may not work on your computer. Or, you may not have the option to enable WiFi in Energy management program settings.
So, with the Lenovo Energy Management 6.0 version, you will need to solve this problem. The Lenovo Energy Management 6.0 program supports many older models of Lenovo-branded computers.
Now, let’s install Lenovo Energy Management 6.0 for the Lenovo wireless feature-off problem solution.
Step 1
In the image below, you can see that the wireless feature is turned off. To solve this problem, first, download the Lenovo Energy Management program to your computer from this link.
Step 2
After downloading the program, run the program as an administrator and click on the Next button.
Step 3
Accept the software’s license agreement and click on the Next button.
Step 4
Finally, click on the Install button to start the program installation.
Step 5
Installing Lenovo Energy Management program.
Step 6
After you install the program successfully, restart your Lenovo computer.
Step 7
Open the Lenovo Energy Management program. After you open the program, press the Fn + F5 keys to open the Wireless Device Settings window.
As you can see in the picture below, the wireless network card is off. Click ON to turn on the wireless feature.
Step 8
The Lenovo WiFi WiFiure is turned on. Now, check your wireless connection.
Step 9
Your wireless card will automatically connect to your network as soon as you turn on the wireless network card that is off-state.
Step 10
Finally, activate the Bluetooth device.
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Conclusion
You can uninstall the program from your computer after you have successfully solved the Lenovo wireless feature-off problem with this program. Thanks for following us!
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You are my savior, I’ve been trying to fix this problem for 3 f* months! And now its solved! TY! You’re awesome!
You’re welcome! Thanks for your comment!
This laptop I have used it only a hand full of times and issues after issues, now no wifi access. I have done everything including the above and nothing has worked. How can no one put out a notices to all consumers that Lenovo it’s the most horrible piece of equipment ever., And in simple words .>SUCKS big time.
Your computer’s Wi-Fi hardware may be malfunctioning. Can you test again with a new Wi-Fi device?
Thank you so much my wifi works now , You are a real master of this issue – Appreciate your help!
I am very glad that you have resolved your problem. Also thank you for your nice comment.
after downloading my laptop still can not open the software
Hello, what is your laptop model?
Hi there! I’ve followed your instructions twice. After I install the program and restart the computer I can’t get the program to open. When I try pressing FN + F5, all it does is dim the display’s brightnexx. My laptop is a Lenovo Legion Y530 (Model name: 81FV). I’m running Windows 10 Home. Please help!
Hello Cesar!
Download the Energy Management software for Lenovo Legion Y530 model here, then install it after removing the previous installation from the computer. Restart your computer and you can enable Wi-Fi by pressing the FN + F8 button.
The solution method here is the method not related to the driver problem. If you have just installed the operating system, download and install the Wi-Fi driver here according to the model of your laptop (Legion Y530).
After doing this, I would be glad if you inform me.
After downloading the software, nothing happens. It is asking about app to downlaod, but what app?
R you serious about what you are saying?
I did not understand what you did not understand. Write to me the model of your computer.
Hi.
I installed the software without any errors, but after install&restart all it does when I try to open the software, is a white star in a yellow circle appearing in the notification area. Unfortunately it is disappearing if I try to click on it.
Model: T430
Type: 2349
Do you have any advise?
Thanks in advance.
Hello there. Uninstall the software you installed and try the link below.
> https://download.lenovo.com/pccbbs/mobiles/n2hku07w_x64.exe
I have above problem, and try using this process you told but my problem is still not fix
If you write your computer model to me, I will try to help.
Hi I am facing wireless off issue in lenovo z570. I tried couple of things but no luck.
Please suggest what all can be done in order to get this back.
If you are using Windows 10 on your Z570 model computer, install the driver here and restart and check your computer. Do not forget to provide feedback.
Hi i have a Levono t410 windows 10 and have tried everything to get my wireless to work. i want to use chromecast to get my computer to work on my tv, but everything i have tried hasnt worked. could you please send me a link or something that i can fix the wifi? thanks 🙂
You’re an angel and saved me here, thank you for this solution.
You’re welcome Marry, I’m glad you got the problem.
Hi! Help me with this same problem plss. Just installed Win 7. Tried intalling Lenovo Energy Management several times but it won’t show up. Mine is Lenovo Zhaoyang K27.
Would prefer you send me your reply to my email so i can interact immediately.
Thank you very much!
Hi, I am writing from Hyderabad, India. You have saved my day. This solution worked like charm. Many thanks for providing the Power Management software. Really appreciate it.
Regards,
Krishna
You’re welcome. Thank you very much for your comment.
Hi Tolga. I have a Lenovo Ideapad U450 Windows 10 which is showing as WIFI switched off, even though the little light is on stating it’s switched on. I’ve tried running diagnostics but that just says “switch wifi on”. I’ve tried everything to get this to work but nothing. Do you have a link to any Power Management software that I can try? Would be most appreciated.
Hi Tolga, please ignore my last request, I’ve sorted it using one of the links above, Thanks you’re a star!
Glad you solved your problem. Thanks for your nice comments!
The icon is not showing on mine, i have lenovo B590 and i just updated it into windows 10, i hope you have a compatible lenovo energy management app for me, hoping for your response 🙂
Hello, download the appropriate software according to the laptop model you have determined by clicking here. Do not forget to remove old software from your computer before installation.
I have a Yoga 13 which suffer a small drop and wifi stopped working. Tried replacing the wifi module and no change. so something on the motherboard must have been jarred loose. don’t seem to see any ajar or loose.
Will probably have to install a USB wifi dongle to replace the function.
I’m having the same issue, pls put a link for Z580 drivers.. Thanks in advance
Hello,
I have the same issue with my Ideapd Z580, pls put the link for LEM app.
Thanks in advance
Hello,
I have wifi issue with my brand new lenovo S540 and i am not able to connect with wifi and whenever i am trying to show networks am not getting anything and always stating that driver need to update and even that i am not able to do that using USB therating .
I have installed the driver from support website but still my wifi is not enable.
please suggest me on this i am getting terror from 2 weeks now.
hello sir thanks a lot in advance
i have b590 i have same problem …but u have already response to the same model NO. above …when i download the file it says its a driver i install it ..then i have installed the softwere but still the icon disappear ..pls can u help me im going crazy
Hello Hazar. After making sure that the proper software is installed, disassemble the Laptop’s Wifi hardware and power your computer after reassembling it. The wifi icon should appear.
I have a lenovo C340 having a problem getting wifi after i used a cable
Hi
I’ve successfully solved my problem. so i’m grateful for your recommendations.
yours affectionately.
Thanks for your feedback.
Thank you very much, you solved my problem.
You’re welcome!
Thank youuuuuuuu
I can fix it by myself
Thanksssss
You’re welcome!
how to turn on wifi on lenovo yoga 6 blue ribon laptop?i was trying install windows 11 and middle of installation it saying its unable find internet connection
Tolga bey merhaba Windows 10 kurulu T410 kurulu bilgisayarım wifi etkin olduğu halde ağ bulmuyor etrafta onlarca wi-fi ağı olmasına rağmen ağ bulunamadı hatası alıyorum energy ve power management ayrıca hotkey yazılımları yüklü sağ altta sarı bir yıldız çıkıyor kayboluyor ve fn+f5 kombinasyonunda uçak modu açılıp kapanıyor bana yardımcı olur musunuz
Hi,
My laptop is Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13. It was a Windows 8 one and I updated it to Windows 10. I don’t have the required hardware to upgrade it to windows 11. I am able to get the hotspot from my mobile to run the internet. I am also getting the wi-fi network of the neighbor but not mine. I have downloaded the Lenovo Energy Management Software and switched the wifi settings ON. Even then the wifi shows only my hotspot and the neighbors wifi connection. Please help with this problem. Thanks in advance.
With the Energy Management software, you can only activate the Wi-Fi device. However, it seems that your issue is not solely related to that. You can try resetting your router to its factory settings at home. In the network adapter settings, you can remove your currently saved Wi-Fi network using the “Forget” or “Delete” option and try to reconnect to the network again. If you still cannot solve your problem, I would suggest downloading and installing the Wi-Fi drivers for your system installed on your PC from the Lenovo website and testing them.
Additionally, you can download the Wi-Fi driver for your installed system from the following link, based on the model of your device that you mentioned: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/products/laptops-and-netbooks/yoga-series/yoga-13-notebook-ideapad/downloads/driver-list/component?name=Networking%3A%20Wireless%20LAN
Thanks man, after 3 days of trying with all possible ways (command prompt, ipconfig…) and all “solutions on the Internet I’ve managed, thank to you, to get my WiFi work. TY bro.
I’m so glad to hear that. Thanks for your comment.
BUEN DIA TENGO LENOVO B590 Y HE INSALADO ENERGY MANGEMENT VERSION 8 Y AUN ASI NO SE ME HABILITA PODRIA AYUDAR
no me habilita wifi lenovo b590 tengo instalado mangemtn energy version y sigo sin habitar mi wifi se agradece la ayuda antemano
I have a Thinkpad Edge E545. When I click the link in Step 1, “this link” it takes me to a Google Drive with the files, but I can not download them. I am trying to use another computer to download the program onto, as the problem laptop obviously can not download it on it’s own.
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