Using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only)
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Restoring using the restore media
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Changing the computer boot order
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Backing up and recovering your information
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77
Using Windows Backup and Restore
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78
Using Windows system restore points
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78
When to create restore points
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78
Create a system restore point
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79
Restore to a previous date and time
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Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics
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Using Setup Utility (BIOS)
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Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)
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80
Changing the language of Setup Utility (BIOS)
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80
Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility (BIOS)
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81
Displaying system information
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82
Restoring factory settings in Setup Utility (BIOS)
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82
Exiting Setup Utility (BIOS)
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83
Updating the BIOS
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83
Determining the BIOS version
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83
Downloading a BIOS update
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84
Using System Diagnostics
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85
Appendix A
Troubleshooting and support
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Troubleshooting
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The computer is unable to start up
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86
The computer screen is blank
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86
Software is functioning abnormally
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86
The computer is on but not responding
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87
The computer is unusually warm
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87
An external device is not working
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87
The wireless network connection is not working
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88
Contacting customer support
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88
Appendix B
Cleaning your computer
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89
Cleaning the display
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89
Cleaning the sides and cover
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89
Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard
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Appendix C
Traveling with the computer
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