Dell P08E series, 7HR9P, N7010, P08E001 setup guide Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic

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Restoring Your Operating System

Dell DataSafe Local Backup

CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup permanently removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Prepare backup media of applications you need to install on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.

CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to preserve the data files on your computer, it is recommended that you backup your data files before using the Dell DataSafe Local Backup.

NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all regions.

NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore (see “Dell Factory Image Restore” on page 63) to restore your operating system.

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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 AC adapter.

3.Turn on your computer.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE February 2010 P/N 7HR9P Rev. A01 Contents Index Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media Recommended Follow the instructions on the screen Install the SIM Card Optional Battery bay SIM card slot Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display Optional WlanConnect to the Internet Optional Click Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Click Start → Control PanelConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right View FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features Front View Features Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status LightPower Button Light/Power Indicator Light Indicator light status Computer statesComputer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad Gestures ScrollZoom Windows Mobility Center System Setup Bios UtilityMultimedia Control Keys 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 lock latch Battery release latch Start → Programs→ FastAccess Software FeaturesFastAccess Facial Recognition Productivity and CommunicationDell DataSafe Online Backup Entertainment and MultimediaAdd an Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Remove a Category or IconBeep Codes Solving ProblemsBeep Code Possible Problem Wired Connections Network ProblemsWireless Connections Power Problems If a program stops responding Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Click ApplicationsTo run the Program Compatability Wizard If you have other software problems About Your System System Using Support ToolsDell Support Center Tab at support.dell.comMy Dell Downloads System MessagesUsing Support Tools Click Start → Help and Support Dell DiagnosticsHardware Troubleshooter Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive If PSA is invokedIf PSA is not invoked Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Option UseUndoing the Last System Restore System RestoreStarting System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicUpgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional Click Upgrade NowSystem Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Starting Dell Factory Image Restore Confirm Data Deletion screen appearsGetting Help Technical Support 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 Locating Your Service Tag Before You CallDiagnostic Checklist Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELLGetting Help Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeIf you need to Dell Support Center. To launch the DellProcessor SpecificationsComputer Model System ChipsetConnectors Media Card ReaderVideo CommunicationsAudio Touch Pad CameraKeyboard DisplayBattery AC AdapterPhysical Computer Environment Storage To 95%Appendix Macrovision Product NoticeImporter Regulatory Electricity Model number Voltage FrequencyIndex Index USB 25 Page Page 07HR9PA01