Dell 100N Creating a Restore Point, Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State

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Creating a Restore Point

Using the System Restore Wizard

In Windows XP you can either use the System Restore Wizard or manually create the restore points. To use the System Restore Wizard, click the Start button, click Help and Support, click System Restore, and then follow the instructions on the System Restore Wizard window. You can also create and name a restore point if you are logged on as the computer administrator or a user with administrator rights.

Manually Creating the Restore Points

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

2Click Create a restore point.

3Click Next.

4Type a name for the new restore point in the Restore point description field.

The present date and time are automatically added to the description of the new restore point.

5Click Create.

6Click OK.

Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State

If problems occur after installing a device driver, first try using Device Driver Rollback (see page 43). If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore.

NOTICE: Before restoring the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close all open files and exit all 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 ProgramsAccessoriesSystem Tools, and then click System Restore.

2Ensure that Restore my computer to an earlier time is selected and click Next.

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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 Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and AcronymsContents If you have a problem with integrated speakers Accessing Help Power Problems Error MessagesModem and Internet Connection Problems Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System RestoreViewing the System Setup Screens Replacing a Daughter Card ModemReturning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Safety and Use Instructions Safety and Use Instr uctionsW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Safety and Use Instr uctions Safety and Use Instr uctions When Using Your Computer Safety and Use Instr uctions Ergonomic Computing Habits When Removing or Installing Memory ModulesProtecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Battery Disposal Setting Up Setting Up Connecting a PrinterParallel Printer USB Printer Installing the Printer Driver USB connector on printer USB printer cableSetting Up a Home and Office Network Windows XP Only Transferring Information to a New Computer Windows XP OnlyTurning Off the Computer Power Protection DevicesSurge Protectors Uninterruptible Power Supply Devices Line ConditionersW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Solving Problems If Your Computer Gets WetFinding Solutions Solving ProblemsSolving Problems Power Problems Accessing HelpMicrosoft Windows XP Connect the Computer Directly to AN Electrical Outlet Error Messages Click the Change or Remove Program iconVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankIf only part of the display is readable If the display is difficult to readClick Appearance and Themes Printer Problems Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with integrated speakers Modem and Internet Connection Problems Close the Phone and Modems Options window Scanner Problems PC Card ProblemsTouch Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard ProblemsUnexpected Characters Drive ProblemsIf you cannot play a CD If you cannot eject the CD drive tray If you have problems with a hard driveIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Program stops responding General Program ProblemsProgram crashes Solid blue screen appearsError messages appear Mail ProblemsIf Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Resolving Other Technical Problems Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesReinstalling the Modem Driver Using the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Click PropertiesClick Performance and Maintenance and click System Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesUsing System Restore Click the System Restore tabCreating a Restore Point Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateUndoing the Last System Restore Select Undo my last restoration and click NextReinstalling Windows XP Select To set up Windows nowEnabling Hibernate Mode NextSolving Problems Replacing Parts Replacing Parts Adding MemorySecuring clips Memory module W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Replacing the Hard Drive Screw Hard drive Removing a Battery Returning a Hard Drive to DellInstalling a Battery Replacing a Daughter Card ModemModem cable connector Replacing Parts P e n d i Specifications Video Ports and ConnectorsCommunications AudioDisplay XGAKeyboard BatteryTouch Pad AC Adapter PhysicalStandard Settings EnvironmentalViewing the System Setup Screens System Setup ScreensBoot Sequence Option Description Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditOr Boot Second Device Contacting Dell Brunei BermudaBrazil Canada North York, OntarioCosta Rica China XiamenColombia Czech Republic PragueEl Salvador Dominican RepublicFinland Helsinki Guatemala CorporateGermany Langen Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free NumbersIndia Ireland CherrywoodJamaica Website support.jp.dell.com Korea Seoul Macau LuxembourgMalaysia Penang New Zealand Netherlands AntillesNetherlands Amsterdam NicaraguaPoland Warsaw PanamaPeru Portugal09/091 Singapore SingaporeSouth Africa Johannesburg Southeast Asian and PacificTaiwan Switzerland GenevaThailand Bracknell US Virgin Islands VenezuelaRegulatory Notices CE Notice European Union CE Mark Notice Appendix D ex IndexIndex
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