Dell PP32LA, P168C, PP32LB specifications Starting System Restore, Undoing the Last System Restore

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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 Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view.

NOTE: Set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view.

Starting System Restore

Windows Vista:

1Click Start .

2In 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.

3Click 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 (see "Undoing the Last System Restore" on page 49).

Windows XP:

NOTICE: Before you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

1Click StartAll ProgramsAccessoriesSystem ToolsSystem Restore.

2Click either Restore my computer to an earlier time or Create a restore point.

3Click Next and follow the remaining on-screen prompts.

Undoing the Last System Restore

NOTICE: 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.

Windows Vista:

1Click Start .

2In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>.

Reinstalling Software

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Contents W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Macrovision Product Notice Contents Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Automated Order-Status Service Contents Front View About Your ComputerKeyboard Security cable slot USB connectors Back View Battery Removal Wireless Switch Quick Setup Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Click Start→Internet Explorer→Connect to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionMicrosoft Windows XP Operating System Transferring Information to a New ComputerMicrosoft Windows Vista Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the InternetTo transfer data to the new computer To copy data from the old computerNext To copy data from the old computer Microsoft Windows Vista Specifications USB Lvds Wxga WXGA+ Depending on operating conditions and can be Page G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985 Power Lights TroubleshootingTools Beep CodesCode Description Suggested Remedy Repetitive T a Error The hard drive cannot read the data Error MessagesDo not use these characters in filenames Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Click Uninstall Drive and try again System MessagesTroubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Click Start→Help and SupportTroubleshooting Power Problems Troubleshooting TipsFollow these tips when troubleshooting your computer Memory Problems Computer does not start up Lockups and Software ProblemsProgram crashes repeatedly Dell Support Utility Dell Technical Update ServiceTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Drivers Reinstalling SoftwareIdentifying Drivers Click Properties→Device ManagerReturning to a Previous Device Driver Version Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesProperties Click the Drivers tab→Roll Back Driver Click Start→My Computer→Properties→Hardware→Device ManagerAt the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next You can restore your operating system in the following ways Using Microsoft Windows System RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreDell Factory Image Restore Windows Vista Only Using Dell Factory Image RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Select Repair Your ComputerClick Dell Factory Image Restore Using the Operating System MediaReinstalling Software Finding Information Dell Technology Guide About your operating system Obtaining Assistance Getting HelpDellConnect Online Services Technical Support and Customer ServiceAutoTech Service Problems With Your OrderAutomated Order-Status Service Getting Help Before You Call Page Contacting Dell Getting Help Index Express Service CodeIndex Index Index