The attendance was the third biggest in the Football League, showing the Foxes can still rely on their supporters despite relegation to the third tier for the first time in their history.
Nigel Pearson said: 'They were very positive, very vocal. It is not about them getting us going but about us going out there and showing them what our intentions are.'
The win was capped by impressive performances from Matty Fryatt and more noteably, Max Gradel whose tricky runs down the right and his ability to cut inside from the wing kept the Foxes atacking options flowing all afternoon.
Nigel Pearson will now turn his attention to tommorows Carling Cup 1st round home tie against Stockport.