50 Advanced Troubleshooting
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The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restore
to allow you to return 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. System
Restore also includes the following features.
NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not
monitor your data files or recover them.
Creating a Restore Point
Using the System Restore Wizard
1Click the Start button.
2Click Help and Support.
3Click System Restore.
4Follow the instructions on the screen.
Other failure. • Ensure that the cables are properly
connected from the hard drive, CD
drive, and DVD drive to the system
board (see page65).
• If the problem persists, contact Dell
(see page84).
Diagnostic Code Definition Corrective Action
GGGY
ABCD