LG Update & Recovery

LG Update & Recovery performs updates to keep the system in an optimal state, and backs up and recovers data in case a problem occurs so that you can safely use your PC.

Tip:

For some models without the Recovery function, only the LG Update function is provided.

Menus and supported functions may differ depending on the model.

It may not work properly depending on user environment (security tools, etc.) and the network status.

You can use LG Update & Recovery (or LG Update) to install the deleted drivers or the latest drivers easily and quickly.

Use LG Update & Recovery (or LG Update) to keep your system current and optimized.

The figures herein are subject to change without prior notice.

Running LG Update & Recovery (or LG Update)

Select the Start button [] > [All] and run [LG Update & Recovery] or [LG Update].

Information Button: Runs Help or displays information about the software.
Minimize/Exit Button: Minimizes the size of the window, or exits the software.
Update: Allows you to install various PC drivers, applications and Windows patches easily and quickly.
Backup: Allows you to back up Windows, disk environment, and data safely.
Recovery: Allows you to recover backup data or reset your PC.
Tools: Partitions the disk installed with Windows or the data disks.

Tip:

For details on backup and recovery, see [Recovering the System].

LG Update does not support [Backup], [Recovery], and [Tools] menus.

Update

If an item that needs updating is displayed, you can select it and update it.

Select [Required Updates] or [Update list] from the [Update] menu.
After selecting the items to update, select [Installation].

Disk Partitioning

Partitions the disk installed with Windows or the data disks.

Tip:

LG Update does not support the disk partitioning function.

The data disk partitioning function is only available on models with two or more storage devices.

Caution:

You are encouraged to back up your personal files to avoid data loss when partitioning.

Select [Partitioning the Windows disk] or [Partitioning the data disk] from the [Tools] menu.
If you select the desired disk partition, the [Partitionable minimum volume] menu appears.
Set the capacity of the disk to be partitioned and select [OK].
The disk will be partitioned.