Dell P464C Dell Factory Image Restore, Starting System Restore, Undoing the Last System Restore

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System Restore Options

NOTICE: 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.

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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

NOTICE: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers that you 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 January 2009 P/N P464C Rev. A02 Contents System Restore Options Getting HelpSetting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect the AC adapter Check the Wireless Control Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Control Connecting to the Internet Optional Set Up Windows VistaSetting Up a Wired Internet Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up 5.1 Audio Connections Removing and Replacing Battery Using Your Studio XPS Device Status LightsUsing Your Studio XPS Wwan status light Turns on when Wwan is enabledRight Side Features ExpressCard slot Supports one ExpressCard On battery power Using the Optical Disc Drive Playing or recording CDs and DVDsLeft Side Features This connector cannot be used as an input port for Hdmi Display Features Media, Wireless, and Power Controls Computer Base and Keyboard Features SD/MMC MS/Pro xD Software Features Optional Graphics Processor FeatureProductivity and Communication Entertainment and Multimedia Customizing Your Energy SettingsCustomizing the Desktop Backing Up Your Data Network Problems Solving ProblemsWired Connections If the wired network connection is lost Power Problems Solving ProblemsMemory Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsIf you experience memory problems If a program stops responding End the programSolving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterSystem Messages Not indicate a potential hard drive Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start → Help and Support Dell Diagnostics Starting Dell DiagnosticsSystem Restore Options System RestoreDell Factory Image Restore Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click NextPerforming Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System Reinstallation Before you BeginReinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsGetting Help Service Online ServicesDellConnect Support.dell.comAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Ftp.dell.comGetting Help Diagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications System ModelProcessor ExpressCardMemory CommunicationsVideo AudioPorts and Connectors Display Keyboard BacklitCamera BatteryTouch Pad AC Adapter Physical Computer Environment Operating 10% to 90% Noncondensing Storage To 95%Index Index Technical support Ventilation, ensuring Network cable, connecting 8 wireless network connection Page 0P464CA02 Page 0P464CA02 Page Printed on recycled paper Page 0P464CA02 Page 0P464CA02
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