How to Resolve Lenovo Desktop Black Screen Issue

Black screen issue with Lenovo desktop generally occurs with an update to Windows 8.1 on ThinkPad W530, T530, T430 with NVIDIA Optimus graphics.

If you ever face this issues on your Lenovo desktop, don't worry, you can solve it in a few minutes. All you need do to is to follow the below-mentioned instructions.

Follow the steps:

  1. When your screen is black, press and then hold the power switch until your system turns OFF. It will take about 5-8 seconds.
  2. With the turned OFF system, press and then hold the F8 and shift keys.
  3. Press and then release power switch, while holding the F8 and shift keys. Continue holding F8 and shift keys.
  4. A logo of Lenovo should display on the screen with a “Please wait” message. Release the F8 and shift keys at this moment.
  5. You will now find a recovery screen. If you do not find a recovery screen to fix the issue, then retry the above steps again.
  6. Click on the “See advanced repair options” displaying on the recovery screen.
  7. Select “Troubleshoot”
  8. Select “Advanced Options”
  9. Select “Startup settings”
  10. Select “Restart option”
  11. Your system will now restart to the settings of the startup screen.
  12. You'll be asked to “Enable Safe Mode”, press 4 key to enable it.
  13. Your system will now start to secure mode.
  14. Type username and password and log into a safe and secure mode.
  15. Open your Start screen.
  16. Enter “devmgmt.msc” and click enter to initiate Device Manager.
  17. You'll need to extend the category of Display Adapters by double-clicking on Display Adapters
  18. Right-click “NVIDIA NVS” device option and select “Uninstall” option present in the menu.
  19. Check “Delete the driver software for this device” box at the “Confirm Device Uninstall” option and click OK.
  20. Restart the system
  21. Your system will normally boot to Windows
  22. Type username and password to log into your system.
  23. Ensure that your system is connected to the Internet network, and then run a Windows update on your system. Select and install all updates available.
  24. Your PC will now start to function normally.

If you're still facing Black screen issues on Lenovo desktop or laptop, then you can take help from us to fix the issue instantly. We have the best resources available to troubleshoot all Lenovo problems. Lenovo Customer Support Toll Free Number 1-877-219-0213

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