Dell D06D setup guide Starting System Restore

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Restoring Your Operating System

System Restore

The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Any changes that System Restore makes to your computer are completely reversible.

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

Starting System Restore

1.Click Start .

2.In the 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 instructions on the screen.

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

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE 2011 03 Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect the Display Connection Type Computer Cable Display Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Network Cable Optional Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button Set Up the Operating System Create System Recovery Media Recommended Connect to the Internet Optional Set Up the TV Tuner OptionalSetting Up a Wired Connection Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Using Your Inspiron Desktop Front View FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Using Your Inspiron Desktop Using Your Inspiron Desktop Back View Features Using Your Inspiron Desktop Back Panel Connectors Using Your Inspiron Desktop Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Dell DataSafe Online Backup Dell StageUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Solving Problems Beep CodesWired Connections Network ProblemsWireless Connections Power Problems Memory Problems Lockups and Software Problems Solving Problems Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterMy Dell Downloads System Messages Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell ePSA Diagnostics Starting Dell PC Checkup Restoring Your Operating System System Restore Starting System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Undoing the Last System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnectDell Support E-mail Addresses Online ServicesDell Support Websites Automated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting Help Locating Your Service Tag and Express Service Code Before You CallGetting Help Contacting Dell Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeFinding More Information and Resources Specifications Computer Model DrivesProcessor System ChipsetVideo MemoryAudio Battery Internal ConnectorsExternal Connectors Physical PowerCommunication Computer Environment Appendix Index ISP Index