Lenovo 9384, 8972, 8980, 8970, 8976, 8982, 9276, 9266 Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette

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To create rescue media, do the following:

1.Open the Start menu from the Windows desktop, select All Programs, click ThinkVantage, then click Create Recovery Media.

2.In the Rescue Media area, select the type of rescue media you want to create. You can create rescue media using a CD, USB hard drive, or a second internal hard disk drive.

3.Click OK.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen.

The following list explains how rescue media is used on different operating systems:

vWindows XP: Use rescue media to restore your computer to the original factory contents, perform a custom factory recovery, or to perform other rescue and recovery operations such as rescuing individual files.

vWindows Vista: Use rescue media to perform all recovery operations except the ability to restore to the original factory contents and custom factory recovery.

To use rescue media, do one of the following:

vIf your rescue media is on CDs or DVDs, insert the rescue disc and restart your computer.

vIf your rescue media is on a USB hard disk, attach your USB hard disk drive to one of the USB connectors on your computer, then restart on your computer.

vIf you are using a second internal hard disk drive, set the startup sequence to start from that drive.

When the rescue media starts, the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. Help for each feature is available from the Rescue and Recovery workspace. If your rescue media fails to start, you might not have your rescue device (CD drive, DVD drive, or USB device) set correctly in your BIOS startup sequence. See “Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence” on page 47 for more information.

Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette

If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment, use a Recovery Repair diskette to repair the Rescue and Recovery workspace or repair a file needed to enter the Windows environment. It is important to create a Recovery Repair diskette as soon as possible and store it in a safe place as a precautionary measure.

To create a Recovery Repair diskette, do the following:

1.Start your computer and operating system.

2.Using an Internet browser, go to the following Web address:

http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-54483

3.Insert a diskette into diskette drive A. Information on the diskette will be erased and the diskette will be formatted appropriately.

4.Double-click on the appropriate file name. The diskette is created.

5.Take out the diskette and label it Recovery Repair diskette.

To use the Recovery Repair diskette, do the following:

1.Shut down the operating system and turn off the computer.

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Contents User Guide Page User Guide Page Contents Appendix A. Manual modem Conditions that require immediate action Important safety informationService and upgrades General safety guidelinesStatic electricity prevention Power cords and power adaptersVoltage-selection switch Plugs and outlets Extension cords and related devicesExternal devices BatteriesHeat and product ventilation Operating environment Electrical current safety informationTo connect To disconnect Lithium battery noticeModem safety information Laser compliance statement Power supply statementProducts with television tuner options installed Proper grounding for the cable Example of antenna groundingUsing headphones or earphones Data safetyCleaning and maintenance Additional safety information Introduction Xviii User Guide Glare and lighting Arranging your workspaceComfort Electrical outlets and cable lengths Air circulationInstalling the vertical stand Setting up your computerConnecting your computer Setting up your computer User Guide Line User Guide 1394 Completing important tasks Turning on powerFinishing the software installation Updating your operating system Installing other operating systemsUpdating your antivirus software Shutting down the computerUser Guide Features Installing optionsMicroprocessor Expansion Available options Dimensions SpecificationsWeight EnvironmentHandling static-sensitive devices Supported operating positionsTools required Installing external options Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Obtaining device drivers Connector DescriptionRemoving the cover Locating components Accessing system board components Identifying parts on the system board User Guide Installing options User Guide Installing memory What to do next Installing PCI adaptersInstalling internal drives Drive specifications Connecting drives Installing a drive in bayConnecting an additional serial ATA hard disk drive Installing a diskette drive in bayInstalling security features Integrated cable lock Padlock Password protectionChanging the battery 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 Starting the Setup Utility program Using the Setup UtilityViewing and changing settings Using passwordsAdministrator Password User PasswordSetting, changing, and deleting a password Using Security Profile by DeviceChanging the startup device sequence Selecting a startup deviceSelecting a temporary startup device Exiting from the Setup Utility program Advanced settingsUpdating 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 WindowsRunning diagnostics from the CD or diskettes PC-Doctor for Windows PE Cleaning the mouseOptical mouse Non-optical mouse1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage Information resources Getting information, help, and serviceOnline Books folder ThinkVantage Productivity CenterHelp and service Access HelpSafety and warranty Calling for service Using the documentation and diagnostic programsPurchasing additional services Using other servicesBasic AT commands Appendix A. Manual modem commandsSet Pulse dial as default Low speaker volumeSet Tone Dial as default Internal speaker on until carrier detectedExtended 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 Drives internal 31 specificationsPage Page Part Number

9628, 8706 Types 8716, 9282, 9276, 8994 specifications

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