Dell 0C547MA00, PP40L setup guide Dell Factory Image Restore, Starting System Restore

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CAUTION: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them.

NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dellcomputer to the Windows Classic view.

Starting System Restore

1.Click Start .

2.In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>.

NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your administrator to continue the desired action.

3.Click Next and follow the remaining prompts on the screen.

In the event that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you may undo the last system restore.

Restoring Your Operating System

Undoing the Last System Restore

NOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

1.Click Start .

2.In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>.

3.Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.

Dell Factory Image Restore

WARNING: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE February 2009 P/N C547M Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Studio LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Press the Power Button Optional Microsoft Windows Vista Setup Installing the SIM OptionalSetting Up Your Studio Laptop Enable Bluetooth Enable Wireless LAN Enable Wireless WAN/GPS Enable or Disable Wireless OptionalClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Right Side Features Using Your Studio LaptopUsing Your Studio Laptop Using Your Studio Laptop Battery Left Side Features Using Your Studio Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Backlit keyboard brightness settings Scroll Touch Pad GesturesZoom Media Controls Using Your Studio Laptop Camera activity light Indicates if the camera is on or off Display FeaturesBattery Removing and Replacing the BatteryBattery bay Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesFastAccess facial recognition Customizing the Desktop Customizing Your Energy SettingsBacking Up Your Data Beep Codes Solving ProblemsSolving Problems Network ProblemsCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged Power ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsClick Applications Lockups and Software ProblemsIf you have other software problems Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsKeyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable System MessagesThem Click Start → Help and Support Dell DiagnosticsHardware Troubleshooter Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image RestoreStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreDell Factory Image Restore Before you Begin Operating System ReinstallationClick Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help DellConnect ServiceFtp.dell.com Online ServicesSupport.dell.com Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.comProduct Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Finding More Information and Resources System Model Processor SpecificationsExpressCard MemoryComputer Information Audio CommunicationsVideo Display ConnectorsCamera Keyboard backlitTouch Pad AC Adapter Computer Environment PhysicalMacrovision Product Notice AppendixIndex Index Network speed testing Index Page 0C547MA00