Recovery overview | Lenovo X131E manual

For more details about the recovery solutions provided on computers preinstalled with the Windows 8 operating system, refer to the help information system of the Windows 8 operating system.

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User Guide Third Edition August Copyright Lenovo Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice Contents Replacing devices Iii Iv User Guide Protect the cables from being damaged Read this firstProtect yourself from the heat that your computer generates Prevent your computer from getting wet Carry your computer carefully Important safety informationProtect your computer and data when moving it Handle your computer gently Vii Safety guidelinesService and upgrades Conditions that require immediate action Power cords and power adapters Power supply statement Extension cords and related devicesPlugs and outlets General battery notice Rechargeable battery noticeExternal devices Heat and product ventilation Lithium coin cell battery notice Electrical current safety information Remove all cables from devices Using headphones or earphonesAdditional safety information Liquid crystal display LCD notice Xiv User Guide Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators Product overviewFront view Built-in microphone System status indicator illuminated ThinkPad logoPower button Integrated camera Hdmi port Always on USB connectorRight-side view Media card reader slot Left-side view Combo audio jack USB 3.0 connectorsEthernet connector Bottom view System status indicators Status indicators Product overview Wireless status indicator Power status indicatorCaps Lock indicator Locating important product information Machine type and model labelFCC ID and IC Certification number label Features Certificate of Authenticity labelProcessor Specifications Operating environment Power source ac power adapterBattery pack Battery life Program Icon name Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating systemAccessing Lenovo programs from Control Panel Lenovo programs Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system An introduction to Lenovo programs Password Manager Lenovo SettingsLenovo Mobile Access Lenovo Solution Center SimpleTap System Update User Guide Using your computer Frequently asked questionsRegistering your computer Need to attach or replace a device? Is getting connected in different locations a challenge? Function key combinations Volume and mute buttonsPower conservation Fn+F4 Special keys and buttons Adjusting the brightness level of the computer display Wireless features Fn+F5Launching the camera and audio settings Fn+F6 Switching the display output location Fn+F7 Using the UltraNav pointing device Using the TrackPoint pointing deviceWindows key Changing the cap Customizing the TrackPoint pointing device Using the touch pad Using the multi-touch touch padCustomizing the touch pad Disabling the TrackPoint pointing device or the touch pad Power managementChecking the battery status Adding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area Connecting the ac power adapter Using the ac power adapterCharging the battery Maximizing the battery life Hibernation Managing the battery powerPower-saving modes Select Power off display Sleep Enabling the wakeup function Handling the batteryWireless off Click the Global Power Settings tab User Guide Tips for using the wireless LAN feature Connecting to the networkWireless connections Wireless LAN Bluetooth Establishing a wireless connectionWireless WAN Tips for using the wireless WAN feature Select Send To Bluetooth Devices Using BluetoothChecking the wireless network connection status Sending data to a Bluetooth-enabled device Access Connections wireless status icon Access Connections status icon Presentations and multimedia Changing display settingsConnecting a projector or an external monitor Enabling or disabling the wireless features Considerations for attaching an external monitor Using dual displaysSetting the monitor type Set Resolution Click Advanced Settings Enabling the Extend desktop function Using the Extend desktop functionConsiderations for using the Extend desktop function Select Extend these displays in Multiple Displays Using audio features Using the integrated cameraConfiguring for sound recording Click Hardware and Sound Using a flash media cardConfiguring camera settings Inserting a flash media card Removing a flash media card Accessibility and comfort You and your computerErgonomic information Comfort Accessibility information Assistive technologies Travel accessoriesTraveling with your computer Travel tips User Guide Security Using passwordsPasswords and sleep mode Typing passwords Select Power-on Password Power-on passwordHard disk passwords Setting a power-on password Select Hard Disk 1 Password Setting a hard disk password Changing or removing a hard disk password Supervisor password Select Supervisor Password Setting, changing, or removing a supervisor password Setting the security chip Setting the security chipHard disk security Security Protecting data against viruses Using firewalls Creating recovery media Recovery overviewRecovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system Creating and using a recovery media Performing a backup operation Performing backup and recovery operations Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup Using the Rescue and Recovery workspacePerforming a recovery operation Click the Restore your system from a backup icon Creating and using a rescue medium Using a rescue mediumCreating a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device driversSolving recovery problems Reinstalling preinstalled programs Refreshing your computer Recovery overview for the Windows 8 operating system Recovery overview User Guide Replacing the battery Replacing devicesStatic electricity prevention User Guide Replacing the SIM card User Guide Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive User Guide Replacing devices Before you start, print these instructions Replacing devices User Guide Replacing devices User Guide Replacing devices Replacing a memory module Replacing devices Replacing the keyboard Replacing devices Installing the keyboard Replacing devices User Guide Replacing the backup battery User Guide Replacing devices User Guide Advanced configuration Installing a new operating systemBefore you begin Country or region Code Installing the Windows 7 operating systemSelect UEFI/Legacy Boot Installing the registry patches for Windows Installing the Windows 8 fix modules Installing the Windows 8 operating systemInstalling the Windows 7 fix modules Select Startup Boot Click Properties Click Change display settings Click Advanced Settings Main menu ThinkPad Setup Config menu Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments NetworkAC Only First For Legacy Only boot EnabledDisabled Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments ThinkPad LCD Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments AutoKeyboard/Mouse Display Maximum Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments PowerBattery Optimized Maximum Performance Select Compatibility , Hours Beep and AlarmDate/Time menu Serial ATA Sata Security menu Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Password Or Uefi Firmware Update Password at unattendedPassword at restart Uefi Bios Update Option Port Access Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Memory ProtectionVirtualization Standard Mode Permanently DisabledSecure Boot User Mode Changing the startup sequence Startup menu Other items on the Startup menu Boot submenuMenu item Selection Comments Boot Network Boot Diagnostics Yes Menu item Selection Comments UEFI/Legacy Boot BothUEFI/Legacy Boot Priority Boot Mode Quick Updating your system Uefi Bios Using system managementRestart menu Wake on LAN Setting management featuresNetwork Boot sequence System management User Guide Preventing problems General tips for preventing problems105 Click Download Drivers & Software Getting the latest drivers using System UpdateMaking sure device drivers are current Getting the latest drivers from the Web site Carry your computer properly Be careful about where and how you workTaking care of your computer Be gentle with your computer Register your computer Cleaning the cover of your computerTake care in setting passwords Cleaning your computer keyboard Cleaning your computer display User Guide Computer stops responding Troubleshooting computer problemsDiagnosing problems Troubleshooting Error messages Spills on the keyboardIf you spill something on your computer Troubleshooting computer problems Errors without messages Beep errors Memory module problemsProblem Solution Networking problems Ethernet problemsSolution Bluetooth problems Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devicesWireless LAN problem Wireless WAN problem Computer screen problems Problems with the display and multimedia devicesUltraNav pointing device problems Keyboard problems External monitor problems Set Resolution Click Advanced Settings Double-clickSound, video and game controllers Audio problems Battery problems Battery and power problems Power problems An ac power adapter problem Power button problem Boot problemsSleep and hibernation problems Problems with drives and other storage devices Hard disk drive problemsSolid-state drive problem Software problem Problems with ports and connectorsUSB problem User Guide Getting help and service Getting supportBefore you contact Lenovo Using diagnostic programs Lenovo Support Web siteCalling Lenovo Purchasing additional services Finding ThinkPad optionsTelephone numbers User Guide Usage environment and your health Wireless related informationWireless interoperability Appendix A. Regulatory information Type 1 Antenna location Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Locating wireless regulatory noticesExport classification notice Electronic emission notices German Class B compliance statement Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement When attaching an external monitor User Guide 139 Battery recycling information for JapanAppendix B. Weee and recycling statements Important Weee Information Disposing of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers Battery recycling information for Brazil Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements User Guide 143 Power plan Energy Saver settings when plugged into ac powerAppendix C. Energy Star model information Click Hardware and Sound Device Manager Click OK China RoHS Turkish RoHS Ukraine RoHS145 India RoHS 147 Appendix E. Notices Trademarks Page Part Number 1P P/N

Lenovo X131E manual Recovery overview

Models: X131E

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