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Dell DCSLF, 08XCH8A00, 580s Performing Dell Factory Image Restore, Select Repair Your Computer

Models: 08XCH8A00 8XCH8 580s DCSLF

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Performing Dell Factory Image Restore

Restoring Your Operating System

Performing Dell Factory Image Restore

1.Turn on the computer.

2.When the DELL 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.

3.Select Repair Your Computer.

The System Recovery Options window appears.

4.Select a keyboard layout and click Next.

5.To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User name field, then click OK.

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6.Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears.

NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may need to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore.

7.Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears.

NOTE: If you do not want to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel.

8.Click the check box to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to the factory condition, then click Next.

The restore process begins and may take five or more minutes to complete. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to factory condition.

9.Click Finish to restart the computer.

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Dell 8XCH8 Performing Dell Factory Image Restore, Select Repair Your Computer, The System Recovery Options window appears

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INSPIRON SETUP GUIDEPage Regulatory model DCSLF SETUP GUIDEINSPIRON Notes, Cautions, and Warnings February 2010 P/N 8XCH8 Rev. A00Solving Problems ContentsUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Using Support ToolsGetting Help Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications AppendixContents IndexINSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopBefore Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Extend the Rear Stabilizing FeetConnect the Keyboard and Mouse Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopConnect the Display Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopCable Connection TypeComputer DisplayConnect the Network Cable Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopTo locate the voltage selector switch, see “Back Connect the Power CableSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop View Features” on pagePress the Power Button Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopSet Up Microsoft Windows Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop4. Click Create Recovery Media Create System Recovery Media Recommended3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up a Wired ConnectionConnect to the Internet Optional Windows Vista Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionSetting Up Your Internet Connection 2. Click Start → Connect ToSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop 2. Click Start → Control PanelThe Connect to the Internet window appears Windows Vista1 FlexBay drive eject button - Opens the Flexbay cover when pressed Using Your Inspiron DesktopFront View Features INSPIRON6 Line-in or microphone 5 Headphone connector - Connects to headphonesUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Back View Features Using Your Inspiron DesktopUsing Your Inspiron Desktop NOTE The power supply light may not be available on all computersBack Panel Connectors Using Your Inspiron DesktopUsing Your Inspiron Desktop 8 Front L/R line-out connector - Connects to front L/R speakersEntertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Using Your Inspiron DesktopAdd an Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Remove a Category or IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Using Your Inspiron DesktopBeep Codes Solving ProblemsPossible Problem Beep CodeWired Connections Network ProblemsWireless Connections Solving ProblemsPower Problems Solving ProblemsIf the power light is solid amber Solving ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems Solving Problems2. Click Applications Lockups and Software ProblemsIf a program stops responding - End the program 4. Click End TaskWindows Vista Start menuSolving Problems WindowsAssistance from Dell Technical Using Support ToolsDell Support Center About Your System SystemSystem Messages Using Support ToolsMy Dell Downloads 1. Go to downloadstore.dell.com/mediaUsing Support Tools CPU fan failure - CPU fan has failed. CPUUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter1. Click Start → Help and Support NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer Dell DiagnosticsStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Using Support ToolsUsing Support Tools If PSA is invokedIf PSA is not invoked a. The PSA will start running the testsUsing Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer5. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed 11. Remove the Drivers and Utilities discUsing Support Tools Operating System disc Restoring Your Operating SystemOption INSPIRONUndoing the Last System Restore System RestoreStarting System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemRestoring Your Operating System Dell DataSafe Local BackupDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic 5. Select Repair Your Computer Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional2. Click Upgrade Now Restoring Your Operating SystemSystem Recovery Media Restoring Your Operating SystemDell Factory Image Restore Restoring Your Operating System3. Select Repair Your Computer Performing Dell Factory Image RestoreThe System Recovery Options window appears 7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appearsGetting Help INSPIRONTechnical Support and Customer Service DellConnectGetting Help Dell Support e-mail addresses Online ServicesDell Support websites Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addressesGetting Help Automated Order-Status ServiceProduct Information Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting HelpGetting Help Diagnostic ChecklistBefore You Call Contacting Dell Getting HelpIf you need to the Service Manual atFinding More Information and Resources support.dell.comIf you need to the Dell Support Center. To launch the Dellfind safety best practices information for your support.dell.comDrives Basic SpecificationsComputer Model Processor TypesAudio MemoryVideo CommunicationBasic Specifications External ConnectorsPower PhysicalComputer Environment Computer EnvironmentBasic Specifications 40G for 2 ms with a change inINSPIRON AppendixMacrovision Product Notice Importer Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard Only for MexicoAppendix Regulatory Model NumberIndex INSPIRONIndex Index Page 08XCH8A00 Printed in the U.S.A