To factory reset your Lenovo laptop with a virus, first, disconnect all external devices, including the power cord. Next, press and hold the Novo button (usually located on the side or top of the laptop) until the Lenovo logo appears. This will take you to the recovery menu. From there, select the "System Recovery" or "Recovery" option, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reset. Be sure to back up any important files before proceeding, as a factory reset will erase all data on the device.
To reset your PC to its original factory settings, you'll need to back up your data first using a backup software, as the reset process will erase all data on the device.
Qiling Disk Master is a helpful tool for creating a comprehensive backup solution. It allows you to back up important files, documents, pictures, or APP data, and even create a complete disk copy for large data storage. This software also provides free cloud space for storing backups. After resetting the computer, Qiling can quickly restore the backed-up files.
When you confirm that all important data is backed up, please turn off the computer and follow the steps below.
Step 1. To access the Novo Menu on your Lenovo laptop, press the Novo button, which is usually located near the keyboard and might be labeled as the "Novo" button or have a small icon of a laptop on it. Once pressed, a Menu will appear, allowing you to boot from a USB drive, check the laptop's hardware, and more.
Step 2. Use the keyboard to choose the System Recovery option and press Enter.
Step 3. The recovery partition on the hard drive boots, and the "one key recovery" screen appears.
Step 4. To restore your device to its factory settings, select an image and click the Next button. This will initiate the process of restoring your device from the initial backup with the factory image.
Step 5. To initiate the restoration process, click Start. This will begin the process of copying all files, resetting the operating system, drivers, and applications.
Step 6. Wait for the process to end, then hit the Done option to reboot your system.
Step 7. Then you should follow the prompts and configure the system.
Step 8. To restore your Lenovo laptop, first, log in to the system and then restore the backups. Once the backups are restored, your laptop is ready to be used.
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To ensure seamless computer backup, consider utilizing cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft OneDrive, which offer automatic syncing and accessibility across multiple devices. For data security, implement strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and use reputable antivirus software.