Lenovo 3373, 3091, 3265 Performing a recovery operation, Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace

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•To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows Vista operating system, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ ThinkVantage ➙ Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2.In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery ➙ Back up your hard drive, and select backup operation options.

3.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 different operating systems.

•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.

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

1.From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ ThinkVantage ➙ Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

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

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 59.

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

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Contents ThinkCentre User Guide Page ThinkCentre User Guide Second Edition May Copyright Lenovo Contents Appendix A. Notices Important safety information Vi ThinkCentre User Guide Product overview FeaturesConnectivity Copyright Lenovo Operating system edition Supported touch feature SpecificationsComputer weight Software provided with your Windows operating system Software overviewLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Locating computer controls, connectors, and partsFront view Using your computer in monitor modeIcon Control Description Rear viewConnector Description Component locations Component locationsSystem board part and connector locations System board part and connector locationsProduct overview ThinkCentre User Guide Installing a computer wall mount Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling or replacing hardware Installing external optionsRemoving the computer cover Removing or reinstalling the frame standWhat to do next Removing or reinstalling the lift standRemoving the lift stand Reinstalling the lift stand Removing or reinstalling the rear I/O assembly coverRemoving the rear I/O assembly cover Removing or reinstalling the Vesa frame coverRemoving the Vesa frame cover Removing or reinstalling the Vesa frameRemoving the computer Vesa frame Installing or replacing a memory moduleRemoving the memory module Removing the battery Replacing the batteryReplacing the hard disk drive Installing a new batteryRemoving the hard disk drive Installing the hard disk drive Removing the optical drive Replacing the optical driveReplacing the heat sink Installing the optical driveRemoving the fan duct Removing the heat sink Replacing the microprocessor Removing the microprocessor Installing the microprocessor Replacing the WI-FI cardRemoving the WI-FI card Replacing the Bluetooth moduleReplacing the multi-touch board Removing the Bluetooth moduleRemoving the multi-touch board Replacing the ambient light sensorRemoving the ambient light sensor Removing the ExpressCard Replacing the ExpressCardRemoving the internal speakers Replacing the internal speakersReplacing the integrated camera with microphone Removing the integrated camera with microphone Replacing the microprocessor fan assemblyRemoving the microprocessor fan assembly Removing the card reader Replacing the card readerRemoving the rear I/O assembly Replacing the rear I/O assemblyRemoving the right I/O assembly Replacing the right I/O assemblyReplacing the power supply Removing the power supply Replacing the PS/2 or USB keyboard Replacing the keyboardReplacing the PS/2 or USB mouse Replacing the mouseReplacing the wireless mouse Completing the parts replacement Integrated cable lock Obtaining device drivers Basic security featuresErasing lost or forgotten passwords clearing Cmos Password protectionInstalling or replacing hardware ThinkCentre User Guide Using recovery media Recovery informationCreating and using recovery media Creating recovery mediaPerforming a backup operation Performing backup and recovery operationsUsing the Rescue and Recovery workspace Performing a recovery operationCreating a rescue medium Creating and using a rescue mediumInstalling or reinstalling device drivers Using a rescue mediumSolving recovery problems Using passwords Using the Setup Utility programStarting the Setup Utility program Viewing or changing settingsHard disk drive password Password considerationsAdministrator password Power-on passwordViewing or changing the startup device sequence Enabling or disabling a deviceSelecting a startup device Selecting a temporary startup deviceExiting the Setup Utility program Updating flashing the Bios from a disc Using system programsUpdating system programs Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemUpdating system programs ThinkCentre User Guide Basic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnostic programsLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Diagnostic programsPC-Doctor for DOS PC-Doctor for Rescue and RecoveryCleaning an optical mouse Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources Online Books folderSafety and warranty Access HelpLenovo Welcome Copyright Lenovo Purchasing additional services Using other servicesAppendix A. Notices European conformance CE mark Trademarks Television output noticeCRU IndexLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Solving recovery problems ThinkCentre User Guide Page 89Y8034

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