Dell PP10S owner manual Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec, Undoing the Last System Restore

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4Select a restore point and click Next.

If a calendar date has only one restore point, then that restore point is automatically selected. If two or more restore points are available, click the restore point that you prefer.

5Click Next.

The Restoration Complete screen appears after System Restore finishes collecting data.

6When prompted, click Yes to restart the computer.

7After the computer restarts, click OK.

To change the restore point, you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you can undo the restoration.

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.

1Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore.

2Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.

Enabling System Restore

If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. To see if System Restore is enabled:

1Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

2Click Performance and Maintenance.

3Click System.

4Click the System Restore tab.

5Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked.

Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec

Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to restore your operating system. PC Restore restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Any programs or files added since you received your computer—including data files—are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore.

NOTICE: Using PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore.

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Contents Dell Inspiron 1200 W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mJanuary D8833 Contents Using a Battery Completing the Power Management WizardConnecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Radios Including Wireless NetworkingConnecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating systemResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreIf only part of the display is readable Contents Finding Information What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationFinding Information Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Order status, warranty, and repair informationUpdates At premier.support.dell.com. The website may not beFollow the instructions on the screen Click the topic that describes your problemClick the arrow icon Display latch release About Your ComputerFront View About Your ComputerV I C E S T a T U S L I G H T S R D D R I V E a N D K E Y B O a R D S T a T U S L I G H T S Audio connectors Left Side ViewBack View BatteryRight Side View USB C O N N E C T O R S D E O C O N N E C T O R Memory module Cover BatteryBottom View FanSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerTransferring Information to a New Computer If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISPClick Files and Settings Transfer Wizard NextStart the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard USB connector on computer Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Printer CableSurge Protectors Power Protection DevicesUninterruptible Power Supplies Line ConditionersUsing a Battery Using a BatteryBattery Performance Low-Battery Warning Checking the Battery ChargeDell QuickSet Battery Meter Charging the Battery Recalibrating a BatteryRecalibrating a Battery Through the System Setup Utility Storing a Battery Removing a BatteryInstalling a Battery Using a Battery Power Management Wizard Power ManagementPower Management Tips Setting Sleep ModesSelecting a Power Scheme Completing the Power Management Wizard Power Management ModesSetting Battery Alarms and Actions Standby ModePower Schemes Tab Power Options PropertiesHibernate Mode Advanced Tab Alarms TabPower Meter Tab Hibernate TabPower Management Playing a CD or DVD Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaUsing CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Adjusting the Volume Volume icon Volume meter Mute iconAdjusting the Picture Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric keypadKey Combinations Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box Speaker FunctionsMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Touch Pad Customizing the Touch PadPC Card Types Using PC CardsInstalling a PC Card Extended PC CardsRelease latch Removing a PC Card or BlankPC Card Network Setup Wizard Setting Up a NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a NetworkClick Checklist for creating a network Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkConnecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Determining Your Network TypeSetting Up a Network Setting Up a Network When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsTab Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuOption Function Drive Problems CD and DVD drive problems If there is no audio Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages Keyboard Problems Shut down the computer, wait 1 minute, and turn it on again External Keyboard ProblemsUnexpected Characters Computer stops responding Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Product Information GuideProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Other software problemsProgram crashes repeatedly Solid blue screen appearsMemory Problems Network ProblemsPC Card Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems Scanner Problems No sound from external speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers Touch Pad or Mouse Problems No sound from headphonesVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankIf the display is difficult to read What Is a Driver?Drivers If only part of the display is readableUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUnder Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance Identifying DriversClick Roll Back Driver Manually Reinstalling DriversResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Click PropertiesClick System Restore Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Restoring Your Operating SystemClick Performance and Maintenance Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecUndoing the Last System Restore Click the System Restore tabRemoving PC Restore Solving Problems Recommended Tools Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Turning Off Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer Memory Memory module Securing clips Adding and Replacing Parts Captive screwHard Drive Adding and Replacing Parts Specifications AppendixThree 4-pin USB 2.0 connectors Sodimm DDRMs rise+fall maximum Refresh rate 60 Hz Appendix Type active-matrix TFT1024 x 768 at 262 K colors Response time typical Maximum Power Consumption panel with Backlight typical297 mm 1024 x 768 at 262 K colors43 WHr Power-intensive conditionsInformation on battery life and operating Operating conditions and can beW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Overview Using the System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screens Commonly Used Options System Setup ScreensChanging the Boot Sequence Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsPerforming a One-Time Boot Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Macrovision Product NoticeFCC Notices U.S. Only Class aFCC Identification Information Contacting DellClass B Tech Support Tech Support ServicesGeneral Support SalesAustria Vienna Website support.euro.dell.com Customer Care Home Sales/Small Business Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales 866 440AutoTech automated technical support Customer Care med./large business, governmentDell Precision Technical Support servers and storage Switches, routers, and so on Customer CareInspiron Technical Support OptiPlex, Latitude, Technical Support projectors, PDAs, printersGeneral Support 01-899-753-0777 International Access Code Country Code Greece Website support.euro.dell.com General Support dial from within Jamaica only Appendix 100 Technical Support servers101 General Support 001-800-220-1006 102General Support 001-800-882-1519 General Support 0800-50-669 103General Support 001-800-507-0962 Fax 21 424 01104 International Access Code Mail dellzasupport@dell.comCustomer Technical Support, Customer Service 604 633 Sales Penang, Malaysia105 PowerConnect, and PowerVault Transaction Sales 106107 108 Index Index109 110 111 112