Lenovo I53427U4GB, X1 Advanced configuration, Installing a new operating system, Before you begin

Models: I53427U180SSD I53427U4GB X1 3444GXU 3444GZU

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Chapter 6. Advanced configuration

While it is important to protect files, data, and settings that are on the solid-state drive, you also might need to install a new operating system, install new device drivers, update your system UEFI BIOS, or recover preinstalled software. This information will help you handle your computer with proper care and keep it in top working shape.

“Installing a new operating system” on page 65

“Installing device drivers” on page 67

“ThinkPad Setup” on page 68

“Using system management” on page 84

Installing a new operating system

If you install a new operating system in your computer, you need to install the supplement files and ThinkPad device drivers for it at the same time.

If you install a new Windows 7 operating system, the necessary files are located in the following directories of your solid state-drive or hard disk drive:

The supplement files for the operating system supported are in the C:\SWTOOLS\OSFIXES directory.

The device drivers for the operating system supported are in the C:\SWTOOLS\DRIVERS directory.

The preloaded software programs are in the C:\SWTOOLS\APPS directory.

Note: If you cannot find the supplement files, the device drivers, and program software you need on your hard disk drive, or if you want to receive updates and the latest information about them, go to http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers.

If you install a new Windows 8 operating system, go to http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers for the latest device drivers, and then follow the instructions on the screen.

Note: The process of installing the new operating system deletes all the data on your hard disk drive, including backups or images that were stored in a hidden folder by use of the Rescue and Recovery program.

Before you begin

Before you install the operating system, do the following:

If you install a new Windows 7 operating system, copy all the subdirectories and files in the C:\SWTOOLS directory to a removable storage device, to avoid losing files during the installation.

Print the instructions you will use. Go to the section for the operating system you are using:

“Installing the Windows 7 operating system” on page 66

“Installing the Windows 8 operating system” on page 67

Notes:

The UEFI BIOS features are supported on the Windows 7 operating system (64-bit) and the Windows 8 operating system (64-bit). Ensure that the UEFI/Legacy Boot setting in ThinkPad Setup is set to your preference to boot the desired operating system.

After installing the operating system, you should not change the initial UEFI/Legacy Boot setting in ThinkPad Setup. The UEFI/Legacy Boot setting must be the same as it was when the Windows operating system image was installed. Otherwise, the operating system will not boot correctly.

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