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vOn a protected area of your hard disk

vOn a second hard disk installed in your computer

vOn an externally attached USB hard disk

vOn a network drive

vOn recordable CDs or DVDs (a recordable CD or DVD drive is required for this option)

After you have backed up your hard disk, you can restore the complete contents of the hard disk, restore selected files only, or restore only the Windows operating system and applications.

To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, open the Start menu, select All Programs, click Lenovo Care, then click Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2.From the Rescue and Recovery main window, click Back up your hard drive select backup operation options.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

To perform a restore operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, open the Start menu, select All Programs, click Lenovo Care, then click Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2.From the Rescue and Recovery main window, click Restore your system from a backup icon.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

For information about performing a restore operation from the Rescue and

Recovery workspace, see “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace.”

Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace

The Rescue and Recovery workspace resides in a protected, hidden area of your hard disk that operates independently from the Windows operating system. This enables you to perform recovery operations even if the Windows operating system cannot be started. You can perform the following recovery operations from the Rescue and Recovery workspace:

vRescue files from your hard disk or from a backup: The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to locate files on your hard disk and transfer them to a network drive or other recordable media, such as a USB hard disk drive or a diskette. This solution is available, even if you did not back up your files or if changes were made to the files since your last backup operation. You also can rescue individual files from a Rescue and Recovery backup located on your local hard disk, a USB device, or a network drive.

vRestore your hard disk from a Rescue and Recovery backup: Once you perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, you can perform restore operations from the Rescue and Recovery workspace, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system.

vRestore your hard disk to the factory contents: The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to restore the complete contents of your hard disk to the same state as it was when originally shipped from the factory. If you have

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Contents User Guide Lenovo 3000 J Series Page Lenovo 3000 J Series Page Contents Getting information, help Conditions that require immediate action Important safety informationService and upgrades General safety guidelinesStatic electricity prevention Power cords and power adaptersViii User Guide Plugs and outlets Voltage-selection switchExtension cords and related devices Heat and product ventilation External devicesBatteries Operating environment To connect To disconnect Electrical current safety informationLithium battery notice Laser compliance statement Modem safety informationAdditional safety information Power supply statementData safety Cleaning and maintenanceIntroduction Xvi User Guide Glare and lighting Arranging your workspaceComfort Electrical outlets and cable lengths Air circulationConnecting your computer Setting up your computerUser Guide Setting up your computer User Guide 1394 User Guide Completing important tasks Turning on powerFinishing the software installation Shutting down the computer Installing other operating systemsUpdating your operating system Updating your antivirus softwareFeatures Installing optionsMemory Input/output features Available options Handling static-sensitive devices SpecificationsTools required Installing external options Locating the connectors on the front of your computer Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer Connector Description Obtaining device drivers Removing the cover Identifying parts on the system board Locating componentsUser Guide Installing options What to do next Installing memoryInstalling adapters Secure the adapter with the screw as shown Drive specifications Installing internal drivesUser Guide Installing a drive User Guide Installing options Connecting the first CD drive or DVD drive Connecting a serial ATA hard disk drive Installing security featuresPadlock loop Password protectionChanging the battery Installing options Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Replacing the cover and connecting the cables User Guide Creating and using the Product Recovery disc Recovering softwarePerforming backup and recovery operations Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Creating and using rescue media To create rescue media, do the following Creating and using a Recovery Repair disketteRecovering or installing device drivers Solving recovery problems Setting a rescue device in the startup sequenceUser Guide Using passwords Using the Setup UtilityStarting the Setup Utility program Viewing and changing settingsSetting, changing, and deleting a password Password considerationsUser Password Administrator PasswordSelecting a temporary startup device Using Security Profile by DeviceSelecting a startup device Changing the startup device sequence Advanced settingsExiting from the Setup Utility program Updating system programs Using system programsUpdating flashing Bios from a diskette User Guide Symptom Action Troubleshooting and diagnosticsBasic troubleshooting Diagnostic programs PC-Doctor for DOS PC-Doctor for WindowsCreating diagnostic diskettes Optical mouse Cleaning the mousePC-Doctor for Windows PE Non-optical mouse Troubleshooting and diagnostics User Guide Lenovo Care Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources Online Books folderWarranty and safety Access HelpCalling for service Help and serviceUsing the documentation and diagnostic programs Purchasing additional services Using other servicesBasic AT commands Appendix A. Manual modem commandsInternal speaker on until carrier detected Low speaker volumeSet Pulse dial as default Set Tone Dial as defaultExtended AT commands MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Fax Class 2 commands Fax Class 1 commandsVoice commands Appendix A. Manual modem commands User Guide Appendix B. Notices Trademarks Television output noticeIndex 14, 22, 23 Page Part Number
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