Lenovo 9644, 9638, 9643, 9645, 9640, TC A55-9636 manual Performing backup and recovery operations

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vWindows Vista: Use Product Recovery discs to restore your computer to the original factory contents only.

When using Product Recovery discs on Windows XP, you are given the option to enter the Rescue and Recovery workspace and choose from a variety of recovery operations. When using Product Recovery discs on Windows Vista, you are prompted to insert your Product Recovery discs and are guided through the process of restoring from original factory contents only.

To use Product Recovery discs on Windows XP, do the following:

Attention: When you restore the factory contents from the Product Recovery discs, all files currently on the hard disk will be deleted and replaced by the original factory contents. During the restore process, you will be given the opportunity to save one or more files currently on your hard disk drive to other media before any data is removed.

1.Insert the Rescue and Recovery startup disc into your CD or DVD drive.

2.Restart your computer.

3.After a short delay, the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens.

Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open, you might not have your startup device (CD drive or DVD drive) set correctly in your BIOS startup sequence. See “Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence” on page 43 for more information.

4.If you have set a Master password, type your password when prompted.

5.In the Rescue and Recovery menu, click Restore your system.

6.Follow the instructions on the screen. Insert the appropriate Product Recovery disc when prompted.

Note: After restoring your hard disk to the original factory content, you might have to reinstall some software or drivers. See “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace” on page 39 for details.

To use Product Recovery discs on Windows Vista, do the following:

Attention: When you restore the factory contents from the Product Recovery discs, all files currently on the hard disk will be deleted and replaced by the original factory contents.

1.Insert the Start Recovery disc into your CD or DVD drive.

2.Restart your computer.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen. Insert the appropriate Product Recovery disc when prompted.

Note: After restoring your hard disk to the original factory content, you might have to reinstall some software or drivers. See “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace” on page 39 for details.

Performing backup and recovery operations

The Rescue and Recovery program enables you to back up your complete hard disk contents including the operating system, data files, application programs, and personal settings. You can designate where the Rescue and Recovery program stores the backup:

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Contents Page Page Page Page Contents Appendix A. Manual modem Important safety information Conditions that require immediate actionGeneral safety guidelines Service and upgradesStatic electricity prevention Power cords and power adapters Voltage-selection switchExtension cords and related devices Plugs and outletsExternal devices BatteriesHeat and product ventilation Electrical current safety information Operating environmentTo connect To disconnect Lithium battery noticeModem safety information Power supply statement Laser compliance statementAdditional safety information Data safetyCleaning and maintenance Introduction Xvi User Guide Glare and lighting Arranging your workspaceComfort Air circulation Electrical outlets and cable lengthsSetting up your computer Connecting your computerUser Guide Setting up your computer User Guide 1394 Completing important tasks Turning on powerFinishing the software installation Installing other operating systems Updating your operating systemUpdating your antivirus software Shutting down the computerUser Guide Installing options FeaturesMemory Expansion Available options Specifications DimensionsWeight EnvironmentHandling static-sensitive devices Supported operating positionsTools required Installing external options Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Connector Description Obtaining device driversOpening the cover Locating components Accessing system board components and drives Bios WP Identifying parts on the system boardInstalling memory Installing PCI adapters What to do nextInstalling internal drives Drive specifications Installing a drive in bay Connecting a serial ATA drive Installing a diskette drive in bay Installing options Security features Integrated cable lock Password protection Changing the batteryErasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Closing 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 Using the Setup Utility Starting the Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Using passwordsUser Password Administrator PasswordSetting, changing, and deleting a password Using Security Profile by DeviceChanging the startup device sequence Selecting a startup deviceSelecting a temporary startup device Advanced settings Exiting from the Setup Utility programUpdating system programs Using system programsUpdating flashing Bios from a diskette or CD-ROM Updating flashing Bios from your operating system Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failureUpdating system programs User Guide Symptom Action Troubleshooting and diagnosticsBasic troubleshooting Diagnostic programs PC-Doctor for Windows PC-Doctor for DOSCreating diagnostic diskettes Optical mouse Cleaning the mousePC-Doctor for Windows PE Non-optical mouse Troubleshooting and diagnostics User Guide Getting information, help, and service Information resourcesOnline Books folder ThinkVantage Productivity CenterHelp and service Access HelpSafety and Warranty Using the documentation and diagnostic programs Calling for serviceUsing other services Purchasing additional servicesAppendix A. Manual modem commands Basic AT commandsLow speaker volume Set Pulse dial as defaultSet Tone 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 TrademarksIndex Page Page Part Number 42Y4610
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