90 Troubleshooting Tools
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.
NOTE: You must be logged in with Administrator privileges to perform this
procedure.
Windows XP:
1
Click
Start
, point to
All Programs
Accessories
System Tools
, and then
click
System Restore
.
2
Ensure that
Restore my computer to an earlier time
is selected, then click
Next
.
3
Click 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.
4
Select a restore point, then click
Next
.
If a calendar date has only one restore point, that restore point is
automatically selected. If two or more restore points are available, click the
restore point that you prefer.
5
Click
Next
.
The
Restoration Complete
screen appears after System Restore finishes
collecting data, then the computer restarts.
6
After the computer restarts, click
OK
.
Windows Vista:
1
Click
Start
, point to
All Programs
Maintenance
and then click
Back
Up and Restore Center
.
2
In the Tasks list, click
Repair Windows using System Restore.
You will see
a UAC dialog box asking for permission to run the application — click
Continue
.
3
Follow the prompts on the screen to complete the restore. After System
Restore finishes collecting data, the computer restarts.
4
After 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.
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