Lenovo S400U, 59RF0035 Lenovo OneKey Recovery system, Bios setup utility, Troubleshooting

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Chapter 6. Troubleshooting

Lenovo OneKey Recovery system

Where are the recovery discs?

Your computer did not come with recovery discs. Use Lenovo OneKey Recovery system if you need to restore system to the factory status.

What can I do if the backup process fails?

If you can start backup but it fails during the backup process, try the following steps:

1Close all open programs, then restart the backup process.

2Check if the destination media is damaged. Select another path and then try again.

When do I need to restore the system to the factory status?

Use this feature when the operating system fails to start up. If there is critical data on the system partition, back it up before starting recovery.

BIOS setup utility

What is BIOS setup utility?

The BIOS setup utility is ROM-based software. It communicates basic computer information and provides options for setting boot devices, security, hardware mode, and other preferences.

How can I start the BIOS setup utility?

To start the BIOS setup utility:

1Shut down the computer.

2Press the Novo button and then select BIOS Setup.

How can I change the boot mode?

There are two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy. To change the boot mode, start the BIOS setup utility and set boot mode to UEFI or Legacy support on the boot menu.

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Contents Lenovo IdeaPad S300/S400/S400u/S405 Regulatory Notice Second Edition August Copyright Lenovo Contents Page Getting to know your computer Top viewGetting to know your computer Integrated TouchpadLeft-side view Fan louversRJ-45 port Hdmi portRight-side view JackUSB 2.0 port Front view Bottom view „ Connecting to the power Learning the basics„ Reading the manuals „ Turning on the computer„ Checking battery status „ Charging the battery„ Removing the battery pack „ Handling the battery Using the touchpad Left-click areaRight-click area Hotkeys „ Setting hotkey mode „ Using memory cards not supplied Connecting external devicesInserting a memory card Removing a memory card„ Connecting USB devices „ Connecting Bluetooth enabled devices on select models Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computer„ Novo button a Special keys and buttonsSystem status indicators Power status indicator Battery status indicatorLearning the basics Symbol Indicator Meaning Status „ Using VeriFace Securing your computerConfiguring the operating system for the first time Starting to use WindowsStart screen Desktop Search charm Starting to use WindowsCharms Settings charm Share charmStart charm Devices charm„ Putting your computer to sleep „ Shutting down the computer Help and support Connecting to the Internet Wired connection„ Hardware connection Cable „ Software configuration Connecting to the InternetWireless connection Wi-Fi WiMAX„ Connecting to wireless LAN Enabling wireless connectionConnecting to a wireless network Lenovo OneKey Recovery system „ Backing up the system partition„ Restoring Troubleshooting „ Drivers and preinstalled softwareFrequently asked questions „ Finding information„ Lenovo OneKey Recovery system „ Bios setup utilityTroubleshooting When do I need to change the boot mode? „ Getting helpTroubleshooting Display problemsTroubleshooting Bios password problems Sleep problemsDisplay panel problems WorkTroubleshooting Sound problems Battery problemsHard disk drive problem Troubleshooting Other problems RespondTrademarks Page V2.0en-US