Dell YXKVH, 1464, P09G001, P09G series setup guide Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic

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NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore (see “Dell Factory Image Restore” on page 61) to restore your operating system. 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.

Restoring Your Operating System

NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter.

3.Turn on your computer.

4.When the DELLlogo 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 Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the screen.

NOTE: The restoration process may 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 March 2010 P/N Yxkvh 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 Create System Recovery Media Recommended Follow the instructions on the screen Install the SIM Card Optional SIM card SIM card slot Battery bay 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 Battery Computer Base and Keyboard Features Power button Turns the computer on or off when pressed Scroll Touch Pad GesturesZoom 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 Dell Extended Battery LifeExtended Battery Life pop-up appears Click Show Settings Click What is Dell Extended Battery Life?Using Your Inspiron Laptop 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 Solving Problems If you experience other memory problems Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Click Applications If a program stops respondingClick End Task To run the Program Compatibility Wizard Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsAssistance from Dell Technical About Your System SystemSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsUsing Support Tools Click Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsIf PSA is invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Option Use Restoring Your Operating SystemRestoring Your Operating System System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell DataSafe Local BackupDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional System Recovery MediaClick Upgrade Now Dell Factory Image Restore Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Getting 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 Before You Call Locating Your Service TagDiagnostic Checklist For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesDell Support Center. To launch the Dell If you need toComputer Model Basic SpecificationsComputer Information MemoryCommunications ConnectorsCamera Display BatteryPhysical AC AdapterComputer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Index Index Page 0YXKVHA00
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