Lenovo 4158, 4155, 4218 manual Performing a backup operation, Performing a recovery operation

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vOn an attached external USB hard disk drive

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 the contents on the hard disk drive, you can restore the complete contents of the hard disk drive, restore only the selected files, or restore only the Windows operating system and applications.

Performing a backup operation

This section provides instructions on how to perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on different operating systems.

vTo perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on Windows 7, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2.From the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow.

3.Click Back up your hard drive and select backup operation options. Follow the instructions on the screen.

vTo perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on Windows Vista or Windows XP, do the following:

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

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

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

Performing a recovery operation

This section provides instructions on how to perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on different operating systems.

vTo perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on Windows 7, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2.From the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow.

3.Click the Restore your system from a backup icon.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen.

vTo perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on Windows Vista or Windows XP, do the following:

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

2.From the Rescue and Recovery main window, click Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery.

3.Click the Restore your system from a backup icon.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen.

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4218, 4155, 4158 specifications

Lenovo has long been recognized for its innovative approach to laptop and desktop manufacturing, delivering a combination of performance, reliability, and value. The Lenovo 4158, 4155, and 4218 models are a testament to this commitment. Targeting a variety of users, these devices cater to both business and personal needs, ensuring that users have the tools they require for productivity and entertainment.

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