Dell P07G002, C3W6D, P07G series Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic, Select Repair Your Computer

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You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files.

Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to:

•Backup and restore your computer to an earlier operating state

•Create system recovery media

Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic

To restore the factory image while preserving the data files:

1.Turn off your computer.

2.Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, etc.) connected to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware.

NOTE: Do not disconnect the keyboard, mouse, or the power cable.

3.Turn on your computer.

Restoring Your Operating System

4.When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F8> several times to access the Advanced Boot Options window.

NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your computer and try again.

5.Select Repair Your Computer.

6.Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen.

NOTE: The restoration process might take an hour or more depending on the size of the data to be restored.

NOTE: For more information, see the knowledge base article 353560 at support.dell.com.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE May 2010 P/N C3W6D Rev. A00 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Set Up the Operating SystemSet Up Ubuntu Create System Recovery Media Recommended Follow the instructions on the screen Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionClick Start → Control Panel Connect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionSetting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Right View Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Battery Status Light Status Lights and IndicatorsIndicator light status Computer states Power Indicator LightComputer Base and Keyboard Features Power button Turns the computer on or off when pressed To zoom Touch Pad GesturesScroll Multimedia Control Keys System Setup Bios UtilityWindows Mobility Center Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia KeyUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive Disc Spindle Optical drive tray Eject button Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery release latch Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Add a Category Dell DockAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Beep Code Possible Problem Solving ProblemsBeep Codes Wireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections Power Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsClick Applications If a program stops respondingWindows Vista Welcome screen, click Next Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsAssistance from Dell Technical About Your System SystemSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsClick Start → Help and Support If PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Option Use Restoring Your Operating SystemStarting System Restore System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Dell DataSafe Local BackupSelect Repair Your Computer Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicClick Upgrade Now Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup ProfessionalSystem Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreGetting Help DellConnect Technical Support Customer ServiceDell Support websites Online ServicesDell Support e-mail addresses Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting Help Before You Call Locating Your Service TagDiagnostic Checklist Contacting Dell Getting Help If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesDell Support Center. To launch the Dell If you need toComputer Model SpecificationsMemory Processor ConnectorsSystem Chipset VideoCommunications Media Card ReaderAudio Keyboard CameraDisplay Touch Pad BatteryPhysical AC AdapterStorage To 95% Computer EnvironmentMacrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection Page Page 0C3W6DA00