Almost everyone modern laptop any manufacturer (lenovo, asus, toshiba, hp, dell, samsung, msi, etc.) is equipped with a built-in bluetooth module. Why is it needed? The functionality of this interface is extensive. Using bluetooth, you can exchange various data with other devices (tablet, smartphone) without using USB or Wi-Fi. In addition, it is easy to connect a mouse, keyboard or wireless headphones through it.
However, few people use this feature. Why? Most often due to the fact that they simply do not know how to turn on bluetooth on a laptop. Although there is nothing complicated about it. Moreover, in this article you will find all the information you need.
The first step is to find out if your laptop is equipped with a bluetooth module? After all, the presence of the corresponding button / switch on the laptop keyboard does not always indicate the presence of an adapter. Manufacturers sometimes save money by not installing on their equipment this module... Moreover, in Lately this information transfer technology is not very popular. It has been supplanted by Wi-Fi and USB.
But still, how to understand if a laptop has bluetooth? There are several options:
- Go to the manufacturer's official website. Find your laptop model there and carefully study its characteristics. If the device is equipped with a bluetooth adapter, then you will definitely find out about it here.
- Examine the bottom cover of the laptop. You see there a label with a branded bluetooth logo and an inscription? Then the device has this function.
- You can also find out about the presence / absence of a bluetooth adapter through the Device Manager. This is quite easy to do. For example, in windows 8 and 10, click right click mouse on the Start icon. Then select "Device Manager". In the list that opens, it remains to find the line "Bluetooth radio modules". If it is not there (and there is no other mention of bluetooth), then it will not work. The corresponding module is simply not installed on the laptop.
Turn on bluetooth via hotkeys
So, you were able to find bluetooth in your laptop and now you are sure that your device has this feature. In this case, it remains only to understand how to activate or deactivate it. You can do it different ways... The simplest is through pressing certain buttons on the laptop keyboard.
Almost all manufacturers (Lenovo, Samsung, Toshiba, Asus, Sony, etc.) allocate for the inclusion of bluetooth on a laptop special key... This is usually one of function buttons- F1-F12. It works in tandem with the Fn key (located at the bottom left, next to Ctrl).
Finding out which button activates the function is easy. There will be a bluetooth icon on it. Exactly like the picture. It resembles an antenna. You only need to press this key in combination with Fn. In addition, there are laptops where bluetooth is activated using a special switch. It is usually located on the side next to various connectors or above the keyboard.
How to check if bluetooth has been enabled? In the notification panel on the right, there will be blue icon... Also, some laptops have a special indicator. If it lights up white, yellow, blue, or in green(depending on the model), then you managed to turn on the bluetooth. What to do next?
- Click on the icon with the right mouse button.
- We select the item "Add device".
- After that, the laptop's OS will start scanning. As soon as the search for bluetooth devices is over, you can select the equipment to which you need to connect to exchange music, videos, images and other files.
However, it also happens that you cannot turn on the bluetooth by pressing the keys. You will find out what you need to do in this case.
For reference! Some laptop manufacturers combine the bluetooth activation key with the button turn on Wi-Fi! Illustrative example- models from the acer aspire line.
Install and update drivers
If bluetooth does not work, then most likely the problem is hidden at the software level. For example, quite often a feature is not available due to a lack of drivers. So the first thing to do is take a look at Device Manager. You can get into it like this: press Windows + R, type the command “devmgmt.msc” into the “Open” line and click OK. Then stick to the following action plan:
- Go to Device Manager and find the Bluetooth adapter. As a rule, it is displayed in the item " Network adapters"," Bluetooth radios "or separately.
- Next, take a close look at the blue bluetooth icon. If there is no black arrow or exclamation mark on it or nearby, then everything is in order. If there is an arrow, then you need to turn on the bluetooth adapter via context menu by clicking "Engage". Exclamation point on the icon indicates a driver problem. Just download them from the manufacturer's website or click on "Update" in the "Driver" tab.
- Still unable to turn on bluetooth? Then, through the Control Panel, go to the "Network Control Center and general access". Next, click on "Change adapter parameters". Right-click on " Network connections Bluetooth ”and then to“ Enable ”.
By the way, in this way you can enable bluetooth on Windows 7 and Vista.
Turn on and configure Bluetooth on laptops with different operating systems
It's easy to connect bluetooth and use it. However, each OS version has some peculiarities. Therefore, we decided to tell you how you can enable data transfer via wireless network in Windows 7, 8, 10 and even on the "old" XP, as well as the easiest way to connect other devices to a laptop via bluetooth.
- In the "seven" you need to go to "Devices and Printers" through Start. A window will open in which all gadgets connected to the laptop will be displayed. Here you can also "legitimize" a new bluetooth device. How exactly to enable this feature on a laptop with Windows 7, we talked above.
- Owners and users of Windows 8 laptops must first call side panel through the combination Win keys+ C and then click "Options". All that remains is to select the "Change computer settings" item, click on "Bluetooth" and move the switch to the ON position.
- In Windows 10, bluetooth is turned on in almost the same way as in the G8. You need to open "Settings" through Start. Then go to the "Devices" section. Final stage- select the item "Bluetooth" and activate the position "On". After that, the laptop will search for devices with which pairing is possible.
- You can enable and configure bluetooth on a laptop with Windows XP as follows. We go to Start. Click on the Control Panel. Then go to the "Bluetooth devices" section. In this menu, add a new connection using a special wizard.
For reference! There is special programs that allow you to turn on bluetooth and configure connections via this communication channel. One of the most convenient and popular utilities is Widcomm.
Possible difficulties and ways to solve them
What should I do if my laptop does not find a Bluetooth device? Most likely, a tablet, smartphone or some other gadget has invisibility enabled for unpaired objects. Or discoverability is disabled on the laptop in the Bluetooth settings. You need to click on the module with the auxiliary mouse button, go to the "Parameters" tab and put a checkmark next to "Allow devices to detect this computer".
If you still cannot connect, then the device is probably out of range of the radio module. You need to place it as close to the laptop as possible. Although it is believed that the range of data transmission via bluetooth is 10-50 m, in fact this value is much lower. Indeed, in living quarters and offices there are various devices (radiotelephones, microwaves etc.) that interfere and interfere with detection.
To the question How to turn on Bluetooth on a laptop Lenovo IdeaPad G770? And where is the Bluetooth button on it? given by the author Natalia Taranenko the best answer is The Bluetooth enable button is most often located on the front of the laptop. Look carefully.
Answer from Vladimir Kochetov[guru]
How to transfer files from mobile phone to laptop when Bluetooth assistance Incl. mechanical: Note Fn + F1 button ----- F12-button with antenna image of blue color... Bluetooth and wi-fi are turned on together-in parallel (it is possible that the inclusion is different in different beeches) By default, it is turned on.
If you just bought a mobile phone or laptop, then there is probably also Bluetooth ... check out how you can exchange files between your devices using Bluetooth.
Bluetooth must be on the computer. Set up bluetooth in the phone. Turn on bluetooth on the phone, then start the device and add printers, it should see your phone. will offer a password, enter it in the phone. (Off bluetooth) Find the function file transfer via bluetooth
Open bluetooth app. Start all prog standard send to receive files via bluetooth. If a laptop, bluetooth is enabled by default
1. Bluetooth settings in the mobile phone.
Turn on Bluetooth on your mobile phone and make sure Visible or Shown to all is on, or some other option to later discover your device. You need to know the name of your mobile phone to help distinguish it from other devices on the Bluetooth-enabled chain, if any.
2. Bluetooth settings on the laptop.
Open the Devices and Sounds option on your laptop in Control Panel, and select Bluetooth devices or configurations. It will be easier if you switch to classic look... The laptop will need to be given a name.
Configure the following:
Options - make sure all discovered and connected devices are checked.
Data exchange - make sure remote devices have access to search, send and receive pictures, music, and other files. Remember the location of the Bluetooth exchange folder.
3. Pairing Bluetooth devices
In simple terms, a connection means establishing a connection between two devices. You can also establish a connection with other devices.
In a laptop, the connection starts with a Bluetooth configuration. Select Devices, and click "Add". An assistant will help you set everything up to the end. Always use a passcode to protect your data. Complete the connection by confirming the connection to the mobile phone and entering the passcode.
To start establishing a connection in your mobile phone, find the Bluetooth setting function, then Connected devices and select "New". Your phone will start searching and should find the laptop. Then it will select "Set a pair" and ask you to enter the access code ... you can enter 0000 and press the OK button. The laptop will display a notification that the connection has been established. Enter the code and the installation will be completed. You can now start sharing files.
4. Transferring individual files
On your phone, select the file you want to send and click "Send". You should see the Send via Bluetooth option and select the laptop as the recipient. On your laptop, you will receive a notification that a device wants to transfer a file to it. Accept it and the file will be saved in the bluetooth exchange folder.
To transfer from laptop, select the file and click Send and then bluetooth device... Select a mobile phone as the recipient, and then a notification will appear that the transfer is complete.
5. Transferring multiple files
Find the mobile phone that should be on the list of devices in the Other section of My Computer. Double click on the shortcut and select the files you want to copy from the folder. This way, you can copy and select files quite simply, both to your laptop and vice versa.
And start ... enjoy transferring files between mobile phone and laptops with your friends using the wonderful Bluetooth function.
Each manufacturing company uses its own key combination to turn on bluetooth on a laptop.
Usually this Fn + one ofF1-F12.
Find the key with the image of bluetooth and press together with Fn.
Look carefully, wifi icons and Bluetooth are easily confused by some manufacturers.
Further configuration is carried out through the operating system.
1. Turn on Bluetooth with a key combination. It may turn on without messages, or a window may appear allowing you to turn on wireless networks. We choose On and close.
2. Near the clock in the tray, right-click on the bluetooth icon and select Open options.
3. We mark all the items, except Disable adapterBluetooth to allow the device to communicate freely.
4. Again, right-click on the tray icon, select Show devicesBluetooth.
5. If the device is not displayed, click Adding a device.
6. After the search, a device for pairing appears, select it, click Further.
7. On the device we confirm the received code, on the laptop we select Yes, click Further.
8. We see that the device has been successfully added, close the window.
9. Again, right-click on the tray icon, select Show devicesBluetooth... Double click on desired device, a window appears showing a successful connection. You can now take full advantage of Bluetooth capabilities.
At first glance, it seems that it could be easier than turning on bluetooth on Lenovo. Press the button and that's it. However, not all so simple. First of all, you need to install drivers for the bluetooth adapter and keyboard. If they are already available when purchasing the device, then the user is in luck. Otherwise, you will have to spend time installing required programs... So, how to turn on bluetooth on Lenovo?
Installing drivers on a laptop
Usually, along with the laptop, the buyer is given a disk on which all the programs for installation are stored. It is he who needs to be used to install the drivers. But sometimes it happens that the disc is lost or it was not there. Then you will have to visit the official website of the manufacturer. There it is enough to indicate which model of the laptop, after which you can download suitable programs... If the installation of the drivers was successful, you need to move on.
How to turn on bluetooth on a Lenovo laptop
Some Lenovo laptop models are equipped with special button which is intended for Bluetooth activation... It is usually located separately from the keyboard unit and is indicated by the icon for this wireless connection. Users who happen to have just such a laptop model are in luck. They don't have to think about how to turn on bluetooth on Lenovo. Just press this button to activate the adapter.
Sometimes such a button is not located separately, but combined with F5. Thus, with its help, it will be possible to turn on both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. You also need to hold down the Fn button at the same time to get the result. After that, you can make a choice which of wireless connections activate. Discovery must be enabled for other devices to see the user's laptop.
Setting up Bluetooth on Lenovo laptop
Wireless configuration is highly dependent on the operating system. But usually all actions are performed in the same way. When software will be installed, you can see the Bluetooth symbol in the system tray. You must click on it right key mouse, and when the menu opens, point to the "Open options" item. In the "Parameters" tab, you will need to check the box next to the item that says about allowing devices to determine this computer... In the tab “ Sharing"You need to check the box next to the item allowing remote devices find a computer, receive and send data. In addition, in this tab you can set the path to the folder for saving files.
That's all, Bluetooth on Lenovo laptop is turned on.
How to enable Bluetooth on Lenovo smartphone?
Today, Android devices are also capable of connecting to a Bluetooth wireless network. Turning on bluetooth on a Lenovo smartphone is very simple, almost every user knows about it. But some people still have problems with it.
So, you need to perform the following sequence of actions;
- Go to "Settings", which are located in the main menu of the smartphone.
- Select "System", which is in the "All settings" section.
- Point to "Wireless Networks".
- To turn on bluetooth, just change the position of the slider.
So, now it became clear how to turn on bluetooth on Lenovo. If this cannot be done, you will need to first find out the reason, and then take some action.
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