Dell 7HR9P, N7010, P08E series, P08E001 setup guide System Recovery Media

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Restoring Your Operating System

System Recovery Media

CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is designed to preserve the data files on your computer, it is recommended that you backup your data files before using the system recovery media.

You can use the system recovery media, created using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it was

in when you purchased the computer while persevering the data files on your computer.

Use the system recovery media in case of:

•Operating system failure that prevents the use of recovery options that are installed on your computer.

•Hard drive failure that prevents data from being recovered.

To restore the factory image of your computer using the system recovery media:

1.Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer.

2.When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F12> immediately.

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.

3.Select the appropriate boot device from the list and press <Enter>.

4.Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery process.

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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 Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired ConnectionClick Start → Connect To 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 System Setup Bios Utility Multimedia Control KeysWindows 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 lock latch Battery release latch Software Features FastAccess Facial RecognitionStart → Programs→ FastAccess Productivity and CommunicationDell DataSafe Online Backup Entertainment and MultimediaDell Dock Add a CategoryAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconBeep Code Possible Problem Solving ProblemsBeep Codes Wireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections Power Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageIf a program stops responding Click ApplicationsTo run the Program Compatability Wizard If you have other software problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterAbout Your System System Tab at support.dell.comMy Dell Downloads System MessagesUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsClick Start → Help and Support 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 Use Starting System Restore System Restore Undoing the Last 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 websites Online ServicesDell Support e-mail addresses 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 DellSpecifications Computer ModelProcessor System ChipsetConnectors Media Card ReaderAudio CommunicationsVideo Camera KeyboardTouch Pad DisplayBattery AC AdapterPhysical Computer Environment Storage To 95%Appendix Macrovision Product NoticeImporter Regulatory Electricity Model number Voltage FrequencyIndex Index USB 25 Page Page 07HR9PA01