Alienware Aurora manual Dell DataSafe Local Backup

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Dell DataSafe Local Backup

Dell DataSafe Local Backup is a backup and recovery application that can restore your computer if you lose data due to a virus attack, accidentally delete critical files or folders, or if the hard drive crashes.

This application allows you to:

Restore files and folders

Restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased your computer, without erasing the existing personal files and data

To schedule backups:

1.Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on the taskbar.

2.Choose Full System Backup to create and schedule automatic backup of all the data in your computer.

To restore data:

1.Turn off your computer.

2.Disconnect all the devices connected to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, etc.) and remove any recently added internal hardware.

NOTE: Do not disconnect the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and the power cable.

3.Turn on your computer.

4.When the Alienware logo appears, press <F8> several times to access the

Advanced Boot Options window.

NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your computer and try again.

5.Select Repair Your Computer.

6.Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the screen.

NOTE: The restoration process might take an hour or more depending on the size of the data to be restored.

NOTE: For more information on Dell DataSafe Local Backup, see knowledge base article 353560 at support.dell.com.

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CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY

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Contents Alienware Desktop Manual Page Contents Page Page Page Setting UP Your Desktop Product Documentation and Media Before Setting Up Your DesktopPlacing Your Desktop Connect the Display Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button Setting Up a Wireless Connection Set Up Microsoft WindowsSetting Up a Wired Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting UP Your Desktop Getting to Know Front View Features Back View Features Back Light Button Back Panel Connectors Connecting External Speakers Top View Features Accessing the Top Panel ConnectorsTop Panel Connectors Using Your Desktop AlienFX Alienware Command CenterWorking With RAID AlienFusionRAID Level RAID 1+0 Using Software Performance TuningUsing System Setup Optimizing PerformanceEntering System Setup Configuring the BiosSystem Setup System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Options Cache L3Acpi Apic USB Functions CPU IOH Change Supervisor Password Installing Additional or Replacement Components Before You Begin Turning Off Your DesktopBefore Working Inside Your Desktop Removing and Replacing the Side Panel Memory modules Graphics cards Optical drives Hard drives Installing Additional or Replacement Components Memory module connector Tab Notch Removing and Replacing Hard Drives Hard drive Release tabsHard drive Hard-drive bracket Removing and Replacing Expansion Cards Shroud Shroud buttonPCI Express x16 card Securing tab Connector Installing Additional or Replacement Components Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance Basic Hints and TipsSoftware Diagnostic Tools Pre-Boot System Assessment PSAAlienware Diagnostics Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Resource DVDComputer Problems Computer fails the PostComputer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears Program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyOther software problems Memory Hard Drive ProblemsDisplay Power Troubleshooting System Recovery Dell DataSafe Local Backup Specifications Mm to 447 mm 16.77 inches to 17.59 inches MHz and I333 MHz USB Grms Computer Use Computer SetupElectrostatic Discharge ESD Warning When Should You Contact Alienware? Replacement Components or AccessoriesAppendix B Contacting Alienware WebsitesAppendix C Important Information Nvidia GeForce GTX 295 Graphics Cards0JYTRGA00