2.In the Refresh your PC without affecting your files section, click Get started.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen to refresh your computer.

Resetting your computer to the factory default settings

If you want to recycle your computer or just start over, you can reset your computer to the factory default settings. Resetting the computer will reinstall the operating system, reinstall all the programs that came with your computer, and reset all the settings to the factory default settings.

Attention: If you reset the computer to the factory default settings, all your personal files and settings will be deleted. To avoid data loss, make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep.

To reset your computer to the factory default settings, do the following:

1.Depending on the operating system, do one of the following:

For Windows 8:

Move your pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Click Settings Change PC settings General.

For Windows 8.1:

Move your pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Click Settings Change PC settings Update and recovery Recovery.

2.In the Remove everything and reinstall Windows section, click Get started. Then click Next to confirm the operation.

3.Depending on your needs, do one of the following:

To perform a quick format, click Just remove my files to start the process. The process will take several minutes.

To perform a complete format, click Fully clean the drive to start the process. The process will take several hours.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen to reset your computer to the factory default settings.

Using the advanced startup options

With the advanced startup options, you can change the firmware settings of the computer, change the startup settings of the Windows operating system, start the computer from an external device, or restore the Windows operating system from a system image.

To use the advanced startup options, do the following:

1.Depending on the operating system, do one of the following:

For Windows 8:

Move your pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Click Settings Change PC settings General.

For Windows 8.1:

Move your pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Click Settings Change PC settings Update and recovery Recovery.

2.In the Advanced startup section, click Restart now Troubleshoot Advanced options.

3.Select a desired startup option, then follow the instructions on the screen.

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Lenovo S540 manual Resetting your computer to the factory default settings, Using the advanced startup options

S540 specifications

The Lenovo S540 is a sophisticated laptop designed for both performance and portability, making it an excellent choice for professionals and students alike. This device showcases a blend of modern aesthetics and powerful functionality, representing a notable entry in Lenovo's versatile lineup.

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