Dell 0M41FVA00, D03U001 setup guide Dell DataSafe Local Backup, Undoing the Last System Restore

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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.

Restoring Your Operating System

Dell DataSafe Local Backup

CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup permanently removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Create backup media of applications you need to install on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.

CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to preserve the data files on your computer, it is recommended that you backup your data files before using the Dell DataSafe Local Backup.

NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all regions.

NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore (see “Dell Factory Image Restore” on page 53) to restore your operating system.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE May 2010 P/N M41FV Rev. A00 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopConnect the Display Connection Type Computer Cable Display Connect to the Flat Panel Display Directly Set Up the Home Theatre OptionalSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Channel speakers Select Configure Adjust the Display Scaling SettingConnect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Network Cable Optional Connect the AC Adapter Press the Power Button Set Up Ubuntu Linux Set Up Microsoft WindowsCreate System Recovery Media Recommended Click Start → Control Panel Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionConnect to the Internet window appears Front View Features Using Your Inspiron DesktopUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Top View Features Using Your Inspiron Desktop 3 4 11 10 9 Back View FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Using Your Inspiron Desktop Software Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Remove a Category or Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Add an IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Solving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes If the network connection is lost Network ProblemsWireless Connections Wired ConnectionsIf the power light is solid amber Power ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsClick Applications If a program stops responding End the programWindows Start menu If you have other software problemsTab on support.dell.com Using Support ToolsDell Support Center 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 SystemStarting System Restore System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Undoing the Last System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional Click Upgrade NowSelect Repair Your Computer System Recovery Media Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Getting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer ServiceOnline Services Dell Support websitesDell Support e-mail addresses Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting Help Before You Call Locating the Service TagDiagnostic Checklist For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesSee If you need toMemory SpecificationsComputer Model Computer InformationCommunication DrivesAudio VideoMemory Card Reader External ConnectorsBattery AC AdapterPhysical Computer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Index Page Page 0M41FVA00