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1.From the Windows desktop, click Start All Programs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2.In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow.

3.Click Back up your hard drive and select backup operation options. Then, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the backup operation.

Performing a recovery operation

This section provides instructions on how to perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows 7 operating system.

To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows 7 operating system, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, click Start All Programs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2.In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow.

3.Click the Restore your system from a backup icon.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery operation.

For more information about performing a recovery operation from the Rescue and Recovery workspace, see “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace” on page 57.

Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace

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

Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to locate files on your hard disk drive and transfer them to a network drive or other recordable media, such as a USB device or a disc. 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 can also rescue individual files from a Rescue and Recovery backup located on your local hard disk drive, a USB device, or a network drive.

Restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup If you have backed up your hard disk drive using the Rescue and Recovery program, you can restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system.

Restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to restore the complete contents of your hard disk drive to the factory default settings. If you have multiple partitions on your hard disk drive, you have the option to restore the factory default settings to the C: partition and leave the other partitions intact. Because the Rescue and Recovery workspace operates independently from the Windows operating system, you can restore the factory default settings even if you cannot start the Windows operating system.

Attention: If you restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings, all files on the primary hard disk drive partition (usually drive C:) will be deleted in the recovery process. If possible, make copies of important files. If you are unable to start the Windows operating system, you can use the rescue files feature of the Rescue and Recovery workspace to copy files from your hard disk drive to other media.

To start the Rescue and Recovery workspace, do the following:

1. Make sure the computer is turned off.

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Contents ThinkCentre User Guide Second Edition December Copyright Lenovo Contents Index Important safety information Iv ThinkCentre User Guide Product overview FeaturesConnectivity Preinstalled operating system Specifications Software overviewSoftware provided with your Windows operating system Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Locations Lenovo Solution CenterFront connector, control, and indicator locations Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computerConnector Description If you use speech-recognition software Locating parts on the system board Locating componentsSystem board part locations Locating internal drivesDrive bay locations Installing or replacing hardware Installing or replacing hardwareHandling static-sensitive devices Opening the computer cover Installing external optionsRemoving the front bezel Removing and reinstalling the front bezelWhat to do next Accessing the system board components and drivesRemoving a memory module Installing or replacing a memory moduleOpening the retaining clips Installing or replacing a PCI cardRemoving a PCI card Installing the PCI card Installing the card reader Installing or replacing the card readerInstalling the card reader Installing the screw that secures the card reader Replacing the card reader Installing the card reader Replacing the battery Replacing the hard disk drive Removing the old batteryRemoving the hard disk drive Removing the hard disk drive from the bracket Replacing the optical drive Installing the hard disk drivePivoting the optical drive bay Removing the old optical drive Installing a new optical drive Replacing the heat sink and fan assemblyScrews that secure the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink fan duct Installing the heat sink fan duct Replacing the power supply assemblyInstalling or replacing hardware Removing the heat sink fan duct Power connectors on the system board Installing the power supply assembly Replacing the microprocessor Accessing the microprocessor Installing or replacing hardware Replacing the internal speaker Removing the front bezel Removing the cover presence switch Removing the internal speaker Installing the new internal speaker Reinstalling the cover presence switch Replacing the front audio and USB assemblyRemoving the front audio and USB assembly Replacing the mouse Replacing the keyboardMouse connectors Completing the parts replacementObtaining device drivers Basic security features Password protectionIntegrated cable lock Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Recovery information Creating and using recovery mediaCreating recovery media Using recovery media Performing backup and recovery operationsPerforming a backup operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Performing a recovery operationCreating and using a rescue medium Using a rescue mediumCreating a rescue medium Solving recovery problems Installing or reinstalling device driversThinkCentre User Guide Using passwords Using the Setup Utility programStarting the Setup Utility program Viewing or changing settingsSetting, changing, or deleting a password Password considerationsPower-on password Administrator passwordSelecting a startup device Selecting a temporary startup deviceViewing or changing the startup device sequence Exiting the Setup Utility program Using system programs Updating flashing the Bios from a discUpdating system programs Recovering from a Post and Bios update failure Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemUpdating system programs ThinkCentre User Guide Basic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnostic programsLenovo Solution Center Diagnostic programsPC-Doctor for DOS Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolboxCleaning the mouse Optical mouseNon-optical mouse Troubleshooting and diagnostic programs ThinkCentre User Guide Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources Online Books folderLenovo Support Web site Access HelpSafety and warranty Lenovo WelcomeHelp and service Using the documentation and diagnostic programsCalling for service Purchasing additional services Using other servicesAppendix A. Notices Television output notice Trademarks ThinkCentre User Guide CRU IndexInstalling options Memory module PCI card Security features Set Power-On Password ThinkCentre User Guide Page 0A94223