Dell P09E setup guide Starting System Restore, Undoing the Last System Restore

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Restoring Your Operating System

System Restore

The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Any changes that System Restore makes to your computer are completely reversible.

CAUTION: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them.

Starting System Restore

1.Click Start .

2.In the 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 instructions on the screen.

In the event that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you may undo the last system restore.

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 search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>.

3.Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE November 2010 P/N C4XC4 Rev. A00 Contents Using Support Tools Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Contents Setting Up Your XPS 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 Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card Optional SIM card Battery bay SIM card slot Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display Optional Set Up the TV Tuner Optional Set Up Stereoscopic 3D Optional Set Up 3D TV Optional Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired ConnectionConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Right View FeaturesUsing Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Left View Features Using Your XPS Laptop Back View Features Using Your XPS Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Battery Status Light Status Lights and IndicatorsPower Button Light Or XPS Logo Light Disabling Battery Charging Touch Pad Gestures ScrollZoom Multimedia Control Keys System SetupWindows Mobility Center Using Your XPS Laptop Control Strip Features Using Your XPS Laptop Using the Optical Drive Using the Emergency Eject HoleUsing Your XPS Laptop Display Features Using Your XPS Laptop Touch Screen Gestures Optional ZoomRotate Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery release latch Tabs FastAccess Facial Recognition Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Dell DataSafe Online Backup Entertainment and MultimediaNvidia Optimus Technology Optional Nvidia 3DTV Play Changing the Application Profile Settings3D Games Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop 3D Photos Blu-ray 3DAdd an Icon Dell Dock OptionalAdd a Category Remove a Category or IconDell Stage Optional Using Your XPS Laptop Free Fall Sensor Solving Problems Beep CodesTouch Screen Problems Wireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections Power Problems Memory Problems Lockups and Software Problems Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterMy Dell Downloads Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive If PSA is invokedIf PSA is not invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Drivers and Utilities Disc Insert the Drivers and Utilities discRemove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Starting System Restore System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicUpgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Getting Help Technical Support and 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 CallGetting Help Contacting Dell Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeFinding More Information and Resources Computer Information SpecificationsComputer Model MemoryConnectors PdifCommunications Media Card ReaderCamera AudioVideo DisplayBattery AC AdapterTouch Pad KeyboardPhysical Computer Environment Appendix Index ISP Index Index Page Page 0C4XC4A00