Instructions apply to all Lenovo models running Windows 11 and Windows 10.

How Do I Connect My AirPods to My Lenovo Laptop?

The steps are a little different depending on whichversion of Windowsyour Lenovo laptop is running.

Settings highlighted in the Windows 11 taskbar

you oughta keep the AirPods and charging case near your Lenovo laptop during the pairing process.

Select theBluetoothtoggle if it isnt already on.

Place the AirPods in their case, and then launch the case.

Bluetooth & devices highlighted in the Windows 11 settings menu

Press and hold the button on your AirPods case.

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When the light flashes white, release the button.

On your Windows 11 PC, selectBluetooth.

The disabled Bluetooth toggle highlighted in Bluetooth & devices in Windows 11.

Wait for your PC to search for devices, then choose your AirPods when they appear in the list.

Wait for the connection to be established, then selectDone.

You may need to select thearrownext to the system tray to reveal the icon.

+ Add device highlighted in Bluetooth & devices in Windows 11

SelectAdd a Bluetooth rig.

SelectAdd Bluetooth or other rig.

Wait for the laptop to detect the AirPods.

AirPods Pro in an open case.

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The gear is now paired with your Lenovo laptop.

Select theSpeakericon on the taskbar.

snag the arrow (>) icon to the right of the volume control.

The pairing button on an AirPods Pro case

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If the Bluetooth button is grayed out, it means Bluetooth has been turned off.

Select theBluetoothbutton to turn it on.

SelectHeadphones (AirPods)in the list of devices.

The white flashing light on an AirPods Pro case

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Heres how to change the audio output on a Windows 10 Lenovo:

Select theSpeakericon on your taskbar.

Select thearrowicon to the right of the volume control.

SelectHeadphones (AirPods Stereo).

Bluetooth highlighted in the add a device menu in Windows 11

you’re free to now use your AirPods with your laptop.

Do AirPods Work With Lenovo?

Yes, AirPods work with all laptops and devices with a Bluetooth connection including Lenovo laptops.

Jeremy Laukkonen’s AirPods Pro highlighted in the Windows 11 add a device menu

Why Wont My Lenovo Laptop Recognize My Airpods?

If yourAirPods won’t connectto your Lenovo laptop, there are a few possible reasons.

Here’s a look at some of the most effective fixes.

Done highlighted in the Windows 11 add a device menu

Lenovo desktop screen with Bluetooth menu open and Add a Bluetooth device highlighted

Bluetooth settings on Windows 10 with Add Bluetooth or other device highlighted

Bluetooth settings on Windows 10 with AirPods highlighted

AirPods Pro removed from their case next to an HP laptop.

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Headphones (AirPods Pro) highlighted in the Windows 11 audio device menu

Speaker / Headphone (realtek audio) highlighted in the Windows audio selection menu.

Headphones (Jeremy Laukkonen’s AirPods Pro Stereo) highlighted in Windows playback device options.