Preparation Before Restoring

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Restoring your Lenovo Legion 5 to factory settings can help resolve persistent issues, remove unwanted software, or prepare the device for resale. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to restore Windows 11 to its original state on your Lenovo Legion 5.

Preparation Before Restoring

Before initiating the reset process, ensure you back up important files and data. Restoring to factory settings will erase all personal data, applications, and settings.

  • Save important documents, photos, and files to an external drive or cloud storage.
  • Make note of software licenses and activation keys.
  • Charge your laptop to at least 50% to prevent power loss during the process.

Steps to Restore Windows 11 to Factory Settings

Follow these steps to reset your Lenovo Legion 5:

Using Windows Settings

1. Click on the Start menu and select Settings.

2. In the Settings window, click on System.

3. Scroll down and select Recovery.

4. Under Reset this PC, click on Reset PC.

5. Choose Remove everything to perform a complete reset.

6. Select Local reinstall or Cloud download depending on your preference.

7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reset process.

Using Novo Button (Novo Button Recovery)

1. Turn off your Lenovo Legion 5.

2. Press the Novo button (a small button next to the power button or a pinhole) using a paperclip.

3. When the Novo Button Menu appears, select System Recovery.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to restore Windows to factory settings.

After the Reset

Once the reset is complete, your Lenovo Legion 5 will restart and display the initial setup screen. You can then configure Windows 11 as new or restore your backup data.

Note: If you encounter issues during the reset process, consult Lenovo support or visit their official website for troubleshooting guides.