Lenovo 401, 994, 1186, 1184, 2565, 1165 manual Creating and using a rescue medium

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Windows operating system, you can restore the factory default settings even if you cannot start the Windows operating system.

Attention: If you restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings, all files on the primary hard disk drive partition (usually drive C:) will be deleted in the recovery process. If possible, make copies of important files. If you are unable to start the Windows operating system, you can use the rescue files feature of the Rescue and Recovery workspace to copy files from your hard disk drive to other media.

To start the Rescue and Recovery workspace, do the following:

1.Make sure the computer is turned off.

2.Repeatedly press and release the F11 key when turning on the computer. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, release the F11 key.

3.If you have set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your password when prompted. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens after a short delay.

Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open, see “Solving recovery problems” on page 19.

4.Do one of the following:

v To rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup, click Rescue files and follow the instructions on the screen.

vTo restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or to restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, click Restore your system and follow the instructions on the screen.

For more information about the features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace, click Help.

Notes:

1.After restoring your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, you might have to reinstall device drivers for some devices. See “Installing or reinstalling device drivers” on page 19.

2.Some computers come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works preinstalled. If you need to recover or reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works applications, you must use the Microsoft Office CD or Microsoft Works CD. These discs are provided only with computers preinstalled with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works.

Creating and using a rescue medium

With a rescue medium, such as a disc or a USB hard disk drive, you can recover the computer from failures that prevent you from gaining access to the Rescue and Recovery workspace on your hard disk drive.

Notes:

1.The information in this section applies only to machine types 0401, 0994, and 2565, which have the Rescue and Recovery program preinstalled.

2.The recovery operations you can perform using a rescue medium vary depending on the operating system.

3.The rescue disc can be started in all types of optical drives.

4.You can also run the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program, after using a rescue medium to recover the computer from failures and gaining access to the Rescue and Recovery workspace.

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Contents Page Page ThinkCentre User Guide First Edition February Copyright Lenovo Contents Iv User Guide Important safety information Vi User Guide Product overview FeaturesConnectivity Software overview SpecificationsSoftware provided with your Windows operating system Software provided by Lenovo Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Front view Locating computer connectors and partsRear view Adjusting the computer stand Adjusting the computer standInstalling or replacing hardware Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling external options Installing a computer wall mountReplacing the keyboard or mouse Obtaining device drivers Basic security featuresIntegrated cable lock Password protection User Guide Creating and using recovery media Recovery informationCreating recovery media On the Rescue and Recovery menu, click Restore your system Using recovery mediaPerforming a backup operation Performing backup and recovery operationsUsing the Rescue and Recovery workspace Performing a recovery operationCreating and using a rescue medium Creating a rescue medium Using a rescue mediumSolving recovery problems Installing or reinstalling device driversUser Guide Starting the Setup Utility program Using the Setup Utility programViewing or changing settings Using passwordsUser password Password considerationsAdministrator password Setting, changing, or deleting a passwordSelecting a startup device Enabling or disabling a deviceSelecting a temporary startup device Viewing or changing the startup device sequence Exiting the Setup Utility programUpdating flashing the Bios from a disc Using system programsUpdating system programs Click Downloads and drivers Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemBasic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnostic programsLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Diagnostic programsLenovo System Toolbox PC-Doctor for Rescue and RecoveryPC-Doctor for DOS Optical mouse Cleaning the mouseNon-optical mouse User Guide Information resources Getting information, help, and serviceOnline Books folder Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolsSafety and warranty Access HelpThinkVantage Productivity Center Lenovo WelcomeUsing the documentation and diagnostic programs Help and serviceCalling for service Using other services Purchasing additional services User Guide Appendix. Notices European conformance CE mark Trademarks Television output noticeIndex Page Page Part Number 89Y1200

994, 1184, 1165, 2565, 1186 specifications

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