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2.Insert the Recovery Repair diskette into diskette drive A.

3.Turn on the computer and follow the instructions on the screen.

Note: If the repair operation finishes without error, you will be able to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace by repeatedly pressing the F11 key while you restart your computer. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, release the F11 key. You will also be able to access the Windows environment after the repair operation finishes.

If an error message appears during the repair operation and the repair operation cannot be completed, you might have a problem with the partition that contains the Rescue and Recovery workspace. Use your rescue media to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace. For information about creating and using rescue media, see “Creating and using rescue media” on page 44.

Recovering or installing device drivers

Before you can recover or install device drivers, your operating system must be installed on your computer. Make sure that you have the documentation and software media for the device.

Device drivers for factory-installed devices are located on the computer hard disk (usually drive C) in the SWTOOLS\drivers folder. Other device drivers are on the software media that come with individual devices.

The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices also are available on the

World Wide Web at http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/.

To reinstall a device driver for a factory-installed device, do the following:

1.Start your computer and operating system.

2.Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to display the directory structure of your hard disk.

3.Open the C:\SWTOOLS folder.

4.Open the DRIVERS folder. Within the DRIVERS folder are several subfolders that are named for various devices that are installed in your computer (for example, AUDIO or VIDEO).

5.Open the appropriate device subfolder.

6.Use one of the following methods to reinstall the device driver:

v In the device subfolder, look for a README.TXT or other file with the .TXT extension. This file might be named after the operating system, such as WIN98.TXT. The text file has information on how to reinstall that device driver.

vIf the device subfolder contains a file with an .INF extension, you can use the Add New Hardware program (located in the Windows Control Panel) to reinstall the device driver. Not all device drivers can be reinstalled using this program. In the Add New Hardware program, when prompted for the device driver that you want to install, click Have Disk and Browse. Then select the appropriate device driver file from the device subfolder.

vIn the device subfolder, look for a SETUP.EXE file. Double-click SETUP.EXE and follow the instructions on the screen.

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Contents User Guide Page User Guide Page Contents Appendix A. Manual modem Important safety information Conditions that require immediate actionGeneral safety guidelines Service and upgradesPower cords and power adapters Static electricity preventionVoltage-selection switch External devices Extension cords and related devicesPlugs and outlets BatteriesHeat and product ventilation Electrical current safety information Operating environmentLithium battery notice Modem safety informationTo connect To disconnect Power supply statement Products with television tuner options installedLaser compliance statement Example of antenna grounding Proper grounding for the cableData safety Cleaning and maintenanceUsing headphones or earphones Additional safety information Introduction Xviii User Guide Arranging your workspace ComfortGlare and lighting Air circulation Electrical outlets and cable lengthsSetting up your computer Installing the vertical standConnecting your computer Setting up your computer User Guide Line User Guide 1394 Turning on power Finishing the software installationCompleting important tasks Updating your antivirus software Installing other operating systemsUpdating your operating system Shutting down the computerUser Guide Installing options FeaturesMicroprocessor Expansion Available options Weight SpecificationsDimensions EnvironmentSupported operating positions Tools requiredHandling static-sensitive devices Installing external options Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Connector Description Obtaining device driversRemoving the cover Locating components Accessing system board components Identifying parts on the system board User Guide Installing options User Guide Installing memory Installing PCI adapters What to do nextInstalling internal drives Drive specifications Installing a drive in bay Connecting drivesInstalling a diskette drive in bay Connecting an additional serial ATA hard disk driveInstalling security features Integrated cable lock Password protection Changing the batteryPadlock Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Replacing the cover and connecting the cables User Guide Recovering software Creating and using the Product Recovery discPerforming backup and recovery operations Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Creating and using rescue media Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette To create rescue media, do the followingRecovering or installing device drivers Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Solving recovery problemsUser Guide Viewing and changing settings Using the Setup UtilityStarting the Setup Utility program Using passwordsSetting, changing, and deleting a password User PasswordAdministrator Password Using Security Profile by DeviceSelecting a startup device Selecting a temporary startup deviceChanging the startup device sequence Advanced settings Exiting from the Setup Utility programUsing system programs Updating flashing Bios from a disketteUpdating system programs User Guide Troubleshooting and diagnostics Basic troubleshootingSymptom Action Diagnostic programs PC-Doctor for Windows PC-Doctor for DOSRunning diagnostics from the CD or diskettes Optical mouse Cleaning the mousePC-Doctor for Windows PE Non-optical mouse1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage Online Books folder Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources ThinkVantage Productivity CenterAccess Help Safety and warrantyHelp and service Using the documentation and diagnostic programs Calling for serviceUsing other services Purchasing additional servicesAppendix A. Manual modem commands Basic AT commandsSet Tone Dial as default Low speaker volumeSet Pulse dial as default Internal speaker on until carrier detectedExtended AT commands MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Fax Class 1 commands Fax Class 2 commandsVoice commands Appendix A. Manual modem commands User Guide Appendix B. Notices Television output notice TrademarksDrives internal 31 specifications IndexPage Page Part Number

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

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