New Laptop Setup Guide *STEP BY STEP* in English (Windows 10 Version)

This is the complete unboxing and set it up of a brand new laptop - including tips and tricks to optimise and tweak performance from the moment you turn it on for the first time.

This is for Windows 10, for a Windows 11 version click this link…

The laptop in the video is a Lenovo V130-14IKB with part number 81HQ00L1UK but the video applies to any make and model of laptop. It was purchased on 12th February 2020.

If you found this video useful and it saved you calling for expensive local IT support then please use the Ko-fi link to buy me a coffee to say thanks!

Here's a handy timeline for you... If you're after the tips, then jump past the unboxing...

00:00 Unboxing.
03:42 First power up - it takes longer than you expect!
04:56 Region and Keymap settings.
05:42 Connect to a Network - How to avoid using a Microsoft Account.
07:23 Username and Password - How to auto login.
08:29 User experience settings that involve data collection.
10:49 Desktop configuration and optimisation - Tip & Tricks.

I do things really quickly in places so remember that you can stop, rewind and watch sections as many times as you need to.

After 10:49 I also talk through everything so it should be pretty clear, but I might remake this section using a proper screen capture method rather than a GoPro on a tripod pointing at the screen.

If you have a question then pop it in a comment - I try and respond to all comments, but please double check you're making a new one rather than tag onto an older comment or I might miss it!

Just let me know in the comments if this is something you'd like to see in another video.

I left Lenovo Vantage on - mainly for the warranty status information but also because the customer might find it handy in the future.

It's more technical than this one, but it'll show you how to boost performance further by removing some hidden data collecting services HP installed.

I'm never going to get rich from this, but it is nice to get something... So if you've watched this video and it influenced or helped you then please click Like and Subscribe.

[patsalter]

Brilliant, thanks Nic, I set up my hp easily following your excellent tutorial, if I can do it aged 87 then anyone can.

[gayeroyal]

I DID IT!! I DID IT!! Thank you SO much Nic! this video helped me GREATLY. I learned SO much. And your calm voice kept me from getting anxious. Thank you again!

[antopraveen]

The only person on youtube I have seen who has replied to all the comments. It shows how much you value your subscribers. I really pray and hope you get more subscribers mate. I am expecting my new laptop in a couple of days and this video was super helpful. Thanks for making an elaborate video on this topic.

[juliacraig]

Thank you so much for this! Wish I’d seen this 6 years ago when I set up a laptop! Doing it again tomorrow so this will be a big help!!

[karibear]

thank you so much! i used this on an HP laptop and it was so helpful.

[kirsten]

Thank you for this simple yet detailed start up tutorial! Getting my very own laptop soon and this video is clear and not too fast and easy to follow.

[andrewsalmond]

Hi Nic. Just bought a Lenovo ideapad laptop and dreading the setup. But you helped sidestep all the usual hoops we jump through. Now I have a password free access to my desk top. Thank you so much from New York City!

[SuperKarry]

Thanks so much getting a new device in a week, it will help a lot!

[aulelei]

Thank you so much for this! I was struggling with my laptop because I have never owned one before but with your YT tutorial helped me get everything situated. Thanks so much!

[davidbeard]

Well done. I like that you went step by step and didn't gloss over any set up steps. I just got a new gaming laptop and your tuturoieal should prove to be immensely helpful.

[inuyashasmells]

Tysm my computer is coming in on Thursday and I haven’t been near one since I was 16. So I was clueless this really helped me

[lynnita]

Thank you Nic for this stellar video. I didn't bother to look at others' laptop setup, yours is so thorough. I ended up watching this video on my old Toshiba laptop and with my left hand I would pause when you were explaining and with my right hand I would do it on the Lenovo as you were showing. It only took me about 5 hours over a two week period but I finally managed to complete everything, plus I read through most of the comments and your replies and that way I learned so much more! Instead of bring the new flexpad Lenovo to a local guy I decided to follow you, diy, and learn. I now feel competent and I did subscribe and I will donate. This deserves a whole lot more than a cup of coffee so I will give what I can. You are helping so many people with this content. And, I send you a high ten for helping me leapfrog MS and their INvasive data collection. P.S. I thoroughly enjoyed your humor "Noooo", "eeehhh" and by now I am quite used to your accent and bips and bops! Oh, btw, I received my new flexpad two months ago and was dreading the setup so I just left it on the chair. It really wasn't so bad after all. Cheers!

[nouranmuhammad]

I am getting my new Lenovo laptop today and you really helped me a lot! thank you ♡

[dokumusic]

Can we getta like for every time he says brand spanking new 😂

Anyways, thanks for this. Also thanks for not editing the long break where you powered it up cos I was worrying when I setup this thing.

[blagravestovessweepblagrav]

Excellent video, I'm almost completely computer illiterate and this has guided me to a new PC setup without any hiccups whatsoever. Thank you

[stevegbond]

I collect my new laptop tomorrow. I haven't owned a personal laptop or computer for 7 years, and that one was 3 years old when I snapped it over my knee so this is really helpful. Nice one, cheers

[Vijay-weiw]

Absolutely brilliant. I wanted to set up a new laptop for some elderly friends and wanted the simplest settings possible. So, this came in very handy

[nickshipp]

Very interesting and informative. My new laptop is still in its box for fear of being overwhelmed as I am a technophobe but now having watched your video I shall venture towards the seal with my pocket knife...I feel my confidence level rising.

[jbeanahaw]

Bought a laptop a few days ago...just now setting this up with ur help...I'm a little bit slow...so I kept on repeating every details...thanks from Riyadh KSA...i subscribed

[sakunthalavava]

Was really useful for me as a beginner . So thank you so much