Dell H7228 manual Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec

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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.

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

2Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.

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.

To use PC Restore:

1Turn on the computer.

During the boot process, a blue bar with www.dell.com appears at the top of the screen.

2Immediately upon seeing the blue bar, press <Ctrl><F11>.

If you do not press <Ctrl><F11> in time, let the computer finish restarting, and then restart the computer again.

NOTICE: If you do not want to proceed with PC Restore, click Reboot in the following step.

3On the next screen that appears, click Restore.

4On the next screen, click Confirm.

The restore process takes approximately 6–10 minutes to complete.

5When prompted, click Finish to reboot the computer.

NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. Click Finish and let the computer completely reboot.

6When prompted, click Yes.

The computer restarts. Because the computer is restored to its original operating state, the screens that appear, such as the End User License Agreement, are the same ones that appeared the first time the computer was turned on.

7Click Next.

The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts.

8After the computer restarts, click OK.

Advanced Troubleshooting

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Contents USB 2.0 connectors Ieee 1394 connector Dell Dimension 4600CAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreAppendix Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Microsoft Windows License Label Tips on using WindowsHow to clean my computer Finding Information for Your ComputerSupport questions Answers to technical serviceDownloads Drivers, patches, and software updates How to use Windows XPSetting Up and Using Your Computer Connecting the AC Adapter Japan onlyTabs Tab holes Setting Up and Using Your Computer Attaching and Removing the Computer StandScrew Setting Up a Printer Screws Clips Parallel printer Cable Notches Connecting a Parallel PrinterParallel connector on computer Printer CableUSB connector on computer Connecting a USB PrinterIeee 1394 connector Ieee 1394 cable Connecting an Ieee 1394 Device OptionalSetting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterNetwork cable Network Setup WizardSetting Up Your Internet Connection Connecting to the InternetCopying CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVDUsing Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs Hyper-ThreadingHelpful Tips Turning Off Your Computer Booting to a USB DeviceSetting Up and Using Your Computer Solving Problems Finding SolutionsW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m See Finding Help Information Battery ProblemsDrive Problems CD drive problemsProblems writing to a CD-RW drive Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems DVD drive problemsHard drive problems Solving Problems Operating System not Found Contact Dell see Error MessagesProgram crashes repeatedly General ProblemsComputer stops responding Program stops respondingSolid blue screen appears Other software problemsGeneral hardware problems Other technical problemsKeyboard Problems Ieee 1394 Device ProblemsMouse Problems Network Problems PC Card ProblemsLink activity light Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsVideo and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Diagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionAdvanced Troubleshooting Identified a faulty module or Modules installed, removeModules, reinstall one module Normally, reinstall an additionalSee page 66, and restart Remove the card and reinstall itIf the problem persists or If the computer has a video cardDell Diagnostics Option Function Starting the Dell DiagnosticsTab Function What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying DriversRestoring Your Operating System Reinstalling DriversRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreUsing Dell PC Restore by Symantec Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Enabling System RestoreFront and Back View of the Computer Front ViewAdding Parts Unexpectedly restart More informationInstead, perform an operating system shutdown Back View Network jack Modem jack Reattaching the Front Door Opening the Computer Cover Hinge arms Closed positionFront door Back of computer Adding Parts Cable security tabLooking Inside Your Computer System Board PC Card Types Adding PC Cards OptionalInstalling a PC Card Removing a PC Card Adding Other Cards Adding or Replacing a Video Card Notch Lever Tab card clip AGP connector PCI connector Removing a Video CardHinged lever Filler bracket Installing a Video Card Adding MemoryDDR Memory Overview Installing Memory Notch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Securing clips ConnectorRemoving Memory Closing the Computer Cover Expansion Bus SpecificationsMicroprocessor System InformationVideo Ports and ConnectorsMemory DrivesControls and Lights PowerAudio NetworkEnvironmental Is 914 m 3000 ft914 m 3000 ft Standard Settings Clearing Forgotten Passwords Viewing SettingsSystem Setup Screens Replacing the Battery Battery Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Class a Class B FCC Notices U.S. OnlyFCC Identification Information Contacting DellAppendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Appendix Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix 800 300 412 or 21 422 07 Appendix Appendix Toll-free Or toll-free Appendix Index 101 Index102 Index IndexIndex 103 Index 104