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4.In the Rescue Media area, select the type of rescue media you want to create. You can create a rescue medium using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive.

5.Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen.

v To create a rescue medium on the Windows Vista operating system or the Windows XP operating system, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Recovery Media. The Create Rescue and Recovery Media window opens.

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

3.Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen.

Using rescue media

This section provides instructions on how to use the rescue media you have created.

Note: Make sure your rescue device (optical drive, USB device, or the secondary internal hard disk drive) is set as the first boot device in the startup device sequence before doing this procedure. See “Selecting a startup device” on page 61.

To use the rescue medium you have created, do one of the following:

vIf you have created the rescue medium using a disc, make sure that your computer is turned on and insert the rescue disc. Then, restart the computer. The rescue medium starts.

vIf you have created the rescue medium using a USB hard disk drive, attach the USB hard disk drive to one of the USB connectors on your computer. Then, turn on the computer. The rescue medium starts.

vIf you have created the rescue medium using a secondary internal hard disk drive, set the secondary internal hard disk drive as the first boot device in the startup device sequence. Then, the rescue medium starts.

When the rescue medium starts, the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. The help information for each feature is available from the Rescue and Recovery workspace. Follow the instructions to complete the recovery process.

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 early as possible and store it in a safe place as a precautionary measure.

Note: You need to have a diskette drive for creating and using a recovery repair diskette. If you do not have an internal diskette drive, you can use an external USB diskette drive.

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Contents ThinkCentre User Guide Page ThinkCentre User Guide Second Edition December Copyright Lenovo 2008 Contents Index Important safety information Vi User Guide Features Product overviewConnectivity Security features Specifications EnvironmentSoftware overview Software provided with your Windows operating systemLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Antivirus software Locating connectors on the front of your computer LocationsLocating connectors on the rear of your computer Rear connector locationsConnector Description Locating components Component locationsLocating parts on the system board Locating internal drivesShows the locations of the drive bays User Guide Installing or replacing hardware Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling external options Handling static-sensitive devicesRemoving the computer cover Removing the computer cover Removing and reinstalling the front bezel Installing or replacing a PCI cardOpening the PCI card latch What to do next Installing or replacing a memory module Opening the retaining clipsReplacing the battery Removing the memory moduleInstall a new battery Replacing the power supply assembly Removing the retaining screws for the power supply assemblyReplacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the primary hard disk driveRemoving the primary hard disk drive Installing the primary hard disk drive into the bracket Installing the primary hard disk drive and bracket Replacing the secondary hard disk driveRemoving the secondary hard disk drive Installing the secondary hard disk drive into the bracket Installing the secondary hard disk drive and drive cage Replacing the optical driveRemoving the optical drive Replacing the diskette drive or card reader Removing the diskette drive or card reader Replacing the front fan assembly Removing the front fan assemblyReplacing the rear fan assembly Installing the front fan assemblyRemoving the rear fan assembly Replacing the front audio and USB assembly Installing the rear fan assemblyRemoving the front audio and USB assembly Replacing the internal speaker Removing the old internal speakerInstalling a new internal speaker Replacing the keyboardKeyboard connectors Completing the parts replacement Replacing the mouseInstalling security features Reinstalling the computer coverIntegrated cable lock Integrated cable lockErasing lost or forgotten passwords clearing Cmos Password protectionPadlock Installing or replacing hardware User Guide Creating and using recovery media Recovery informationCreating recovery media Using recovery media Performing a backup operation Performing backup and recovery operationsPerforming a recovery operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Creating and using rescue media Creating rescue mediaUsing rescue media Creating and using a recovery repair disketteUsing a recovery repair diskette Creating a recovery repair disketteInstalling or reinstalling device drivers Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Solving recovery problemsUsing the Setup Utility Starting the Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Using passwordsPassword considerations User PasswordAdministrator Password Setting, changing, and deleting a passwordSelecting a startup device Selecting a temporary startup deviceExiting from the Setup Utility program Selecting or changing the startup device sequenceUpdating flashing the Bios from a diskette or disc Using system programsUpdating system programs Updating flashing the Bios from your operating system Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failureUpdating system programs User Guide Troubleshooting and diagnostics Basic troubleshootingDiagnostic programs Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolboxPC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery Lenovo System ToolboxPC-Doctor for DOS Cleaning the mouseOptical mouse Non-optical mouse User Guide Getting information, help, and service Information resourcesOnline Books folder Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolsAccess Help Safety and WarrantyThinkVantage Productivity Center Lenovo WelcomeUsing the documentation and diagnostic programs Help and serviceCalling for service Using other services Purchasing additional servicesAppendix. Notices Television output notice TrademarksIndex CRUPower Page User Guide Page Part Number 89Y0418
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