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Lenovo says it is 'clear' Legion Go faults 'not user error' and even devices out of warranty could…
Lenovo has acknowledged that a specific BIOS update (version N3CN42WW) for the Lenovo Legion Go can cause devices to brick, stating it is not user error. The company will offer free repairs for affected devices, even those out of warranty, particularly for users in the European Union. The problematic BIOS version has since been removed and replaced with an older version.
Gamers report a BIOS update is bricking their Legion Go handhelds, and Lenovo is quoting over $250 to fix the issue…
Owners of the Lenovo Legion Go handheld PC are reporting that a recent BIOS update, version N3CN42WW, is causing their devices to brick. While Lenovo is still repairing devices under warranty for free, one user was quoted over $250 for a repair outside of warranty. Users are advised to avoid the update until Lenovo issues an official advisory.
New PC? Change These 5 BIOS Settings Before You Do Anything Else [2026]
This guide details five essential BIOS settings for new PC builds to optimize performance and system behavior. Key adjustments include enabling XMP/EXPO for memory speed, activating Resizable BAR, configuring fan curves for quieter operation, managing processor power settings, and ensuring the BIOS is up-to-date.
New Steam Machine red light warning isn't anything to worry about — an overzealous overheating warning is…
A solid red light warning on the Steam Machine, indicating overheating, is often a false alarm caused by a bug in the current BIOS. Valve support has confirmed that the device's temperatures can be normal even when this warning light is displayed. A forthcoming BIOS update will increase the temperature threshold for the warning and throttling to 100C for both CPU and GPU.
