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When you are setting up your computer, the Lenovo Solution Center program prompts you to create recovery
media. You can use the recovery media to restore the storage drive to the factory default settings.
For additional information, see the Lenovo Solution Center help system.
Diagnosing problems with Lenovo Companion on the Windows 10 operating system
Lenovo Companion is preinstalled on your computer and also is available for download at:
https://shop.lenovo.com/us/en/accessories/software/apps/lenovo-apps/companion/
Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running Lenovo Companion, save
and print the log files created by the program. You need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical
support representative.
Lenovo Companion supports the hardware scan function. It combines diagnostic tests, system information
collection, security status, and support information, along with hints and tips for optimal system performance.
The troubleshooting information or the diagnostic programs might tell you that you need additional or
updated device drivers or other software. You can get the latest technical information and download device
drivers and updates from the Lenovo Support Web site at:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
For additional information, see the Lenovo Companion help system.
Quick test programs
Run quick test programs to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems, especially when the computer
does not have the Lenovo Solution Center program installed.
To download and install a quick test program, go to http://www.lenovo.com/diags, and follow the instructions
on the Web site.
To run a test using quick test program, do the following:
1. Go to the C:\SWTOOLS\ldiag directory.
2. Double-click the gui_lsc_lite.exe file.
3. When the User Account Control window opens, click Yes.
4. Select the device class to be tested.
5. Select the devices to be tested.
6. Select the test to be performed.
7. Follow the instructions on the screen to start the test. When a problem is detected, information
messages are displayed. Refer to the messages to troubleshoot the problem.
UEFI diagnostic program
A UEFI diagnostic program is preinstalled on the computer. It enables you to test memory modules and
internal storage devices, view system information, and check and recover bad sectors on internal storage
devices.
To run the UEFI diagnostic program, do the following:
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