Dell 745c Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State, Undoing the Last System Restore

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Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State

NOTICE: Before you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any 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.

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

3Click a calendar date to which you want to restore your computer.

The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows you to see and select restore points. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in boldface type.

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 and then the computer restarts.

6After 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.

3Click Next.

The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts.

4After the computer restarts, click OK.

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 verify that 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.

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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 Quick Reference GuideFebruary TJ021 Contents Contents Finding Information How to use Windows XP What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationClick the topic that describes your problem According to the operating system you orderedWhen you use Use the ServiceWhen contacting support Appropriate for your configuration, providing criticalMini Tower Computer Front View System ViewsYou Begin on page 13 for more information Blinking green The computer is in a power-saving modeNo light The computer is turned off Steady green The computer is in a normal operating stateMini Tower Computer Back View Though the AC power available in Japan is 100 Mini Tower Computer Back-Panel ConnectorsGreen a good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network Address. For more information, see your online User’s GuideComputer CapBefore Working Inside Your Computer Removing the Computer CoverBefore You Begin Mini Tower Computer Security cable slot Cover release latch Padlock ring Inside Your Computer System Board Components Jumper Setting Description Jumper SettingsSetting Up Your Computer Set Up Your Keyboard and Mouse Set Up Your Monitor Power Connections Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsInsert the Drivers and Utilities CD Tab Function Option FunctionSystem Lights Power Light Problem Description Suggested ResolutionTechnical assistance. For information on contacting Dell, see your online User’s GuideLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Diagnostic LightsIf the computer has a graphics card If the problem still exists, install aRestart the computer Has integrated graphics, contact DellBeep Codes Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System RestoreGetting Started Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPReinstalling Windows XP Quick Reference Guide Microsoft Windows Vista Before You Begin Drivers for Your Computer Using the Drivers and Utilities CDIndex IndexIndex
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