Lenovo 9645, 9638, 9643, 9644, 9640, TC A55-9636 manual Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace

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vOn a protected area of your hard disk

vOn a second hard disk installed in your computer

vOn an externally attached USB hard disk

vOn a network drive

vOn recordable CDs or DVDs (a recordable CD or DVD drive is required for this option)

After you have backed up your hard disk, you can restore the complete contents of the hard disk, restore selected files only, or restore only the Windows operating system and applications.

To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, open the Start menu, select All Programs, click ThinkVantage, then click Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2.From the Rescue and Recovery main window, click Back up your hard drive select backup operation options.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

To perform a restore operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, open the Start menu, select All Programs, click ThinkVantage, then click Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2.From the Rescue and Recovery main window, click Restore your system from a backup icon.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

For information about performing a restore operation from the Rescue and

Recovery workspace, see “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace.”

Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace

The Rescue and Recovery workspace resides in a protected, hidden area of your hard disk that operates independently from the Windows operating system. This enables you to perform recovery operations even if the Windows operating system cannot be started. You can perform the following recovery operations from the Rescue and Recovery workspace:

vRescue files from your hard disk or from a backup: The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to locate files on your hard disk and transfer them to a network drive or other recordable media, such as a USB hard disk drive or a diskette. 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 also can rescue individual files from a Rescue and Recovery backup located on your local hard disk, a USB device, or a network drive.

vRestore your hard disk from a Rescue and Recovery backup: Once you perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, you can perform restore operations from the Rescue and Recovery workspace, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system.

vRestore your hard disk to the factory contents: The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to restore the complete contents of your hard disk to the same state as it was when originally shipped from the factory. If you have

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Contents Page Page Page Page Contents Appendix A. Manual modem Conditions that require immediate action Important safety informationService and upgrades General safety guidelinesStatic electricity prevention Voltage-selection switch Power cords and power adaptersPlugs and outlets Extension cords and related devicesExternal devices BatteriesHeat and product ventilation Operating environment Electrical current safety informationLithium battery notice Modem safety informationTo connect To disconnect Laser compliance statement Power supply statementData safety Cleaning and maintenanceAdditional safety information Introduction Xvi User Guide Arranging your workspace ComfortGlare and lighting Electrical outlets and cable lengths Air circulationConnecting your computer Setting up your computerUser Guide Setting up your computer User Guide 1394 Turning on power Finishing the software installationCompleting important tasks Updating your operating system Installing other operating systemsUpdating your antivirus software Shutting down the computerUser Guide Features Installing optionsMemory Expansion Available options Dimensions SpecificationsWeight EnvironmentSupported operating positions Tools requiredHandling static-sensitive devices Installing external options Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Obtaining device drivers Connector DescriptionOpening the cover Locating components Accessing system board components and drives Identifying parts on the system board Bios WPInstalling memory What to do next Installing PCI adaptersInstalling internal drives Drive specifications Installing a drive in bay Connecting a serial ATA drive Installing a diskette drive in bay Installing options Security features Changing the battery Integrated cable lock Password protectionErasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Closing 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 DeviceSelecting a startup device Selecting a temporary startup deviceChanging the startup device sequence Exiting from the Setup Utility program Advanced settingsUsing system programs Updating flashing Bios from a diskette or CD-ROMUpdating system programs Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Updating flashing Bios from your operating systemUpdating system programs User Guide Troubleshooting and diagnostics Basic troubleshootingSymptom Action Diagnostic programs PC-Doctor for DOS PC-Doctor for WindowsCreating diagnostic diskettes Cleaning the mouse PC-Doctor for Windows PEOptical mouse Non-optical mouse Troubleshooting and diagnostics User Guide Information resources Getting information, help, and serviceOnline Books folder ThinkVantage Productivity CenterAccess Help Safety and WarrantyHelp and service 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 Page Page Part Number 42Y4610
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