NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore (see “Dell Factory Image Restore” on page 60) to restore your operating system.

You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files on your computer.

Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to:

Backup and restore your computer to an earlier operating state

Create system recovery media

Restoring Your Operating System

Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic

To restore the factory image while preserving the data files:

1.Turn off your computer.

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

NOTE: Do not disconnect the display, keyboard, mouse, or the power cable.

3.Turn on your computer.

4.When the DELLlogo 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.

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