Dell MX36C setup guide Starting System Restore, Undoing the Last System Restore

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System Restore

The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to restore 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.

NOTE: The procedures in this document are applicable for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view.

Starting System Restore

1.Click Start .

2.In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>.

Restoring Your Operating System

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 remaining prompts 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 Start 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 Model D03M series Type D03M001 SETUP GUIDESeptember 2009 P/N MX36C Rev. A00 Contents Index Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Lifting Your Computer Before Setting Up Your Computer Connect the Display Connection Type Computer Cable Display Connect the Keyboard Mouse It now Connect the Network Cable OptionalConnect the Power Cable Set Up Ubuntu Set Up Microsoft WindowsConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionFollow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup Save and close any open files, and exit any open programsSetting Up Your Internet Connection Click Start → Control PanelConnect to the Internet window appears Connect to the Internet window appears Front View Features Using Your Studio XPS DesktopUsing Your Studio XPS Desktop Top View Features Headphone connector Connects to headphones Back View Features Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Back Panel Connectors Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Software Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia To access the display properties window Customizing the DesktopRight-click an open area of the desktop Customizing Your Energy Settings Transferring Information to a New Computer If the User Account Control window appears, click ContinueFollow the instructions on the Windows Easy Transfer wizard Follow the instructions on the Back Up Files wizard Click Set up backupFollow the instructions on the Configure Backup wizard Backing Up Your DataDell DataSafe Online Backup Remove a Category or Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Add an IconSolving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes If the network connection is lost Network ProblemsWireless Connections Wired ConnectionsIf the problem persists, contact Dell see Contacting Dell on Power ProblemsMemory Problems For assistance, contact Dell see Contacting Dell onIf you receive an insufficient memory message If you experience other memory problems Click the program that is no longer responding If a program stops responding End the programPress CtrlShiftEsc simultaneously Click ApplicationsStart menu If you have other software problemsClick Start Follow the instructions on the Program Compatibility wizardUsing Support Tools Dell Support CenterAbout Your System System System Messages Using Support ToolsUsing Support Tools Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start → Help and Support If PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Press any key to go to the Choose An Option windowSelect the test you want to run Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceedRemove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Click Next and follow the remaining prompts on the screen System RestoreStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Dell Factory Image Restore Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver Operating System ReinstallationBefore You Begin Click Properties→ Device ManagerReinstalling Microsoft Windows To reinstall Windows, you need the following itemsClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Restoring Your Operating System Getting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onSupport.dell.com Online ServicesDellConnect Dell Support websitesFtp.dell.com Dell Support e-mail addressesDell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.comProduct Information Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for CreditGetting Help Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistFor customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellGetting Help Reinstall your operating system Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See If you need to Find safety best practices information for your computerBasic Specifications Computer Model Computer InformationMemory Communication DrivesAudio VideoExternal connectors Computer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter CurrentD03M D03M001 115/230 VAC 50/60 Hz 4 a Index Index Index Index Page 0MX36CA00