Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec, Click System | Dell T8144

Undoing the Last System Restore

NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

1Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore.

2Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.

Enabling System Restore

If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. To see if System Restore is enabled:

1Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

2Click Performance and Maintenance.

3Click System.

4Click the System Restore tab.

5Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked.

Using Dell™ PC Restore by Symantec

NOTE: Dell PC Restore is not available in all countries.

Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to restore your operating system. PC Restore restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Any programs or files added since you received your computer—including data files—are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore.

NOTICE: Using PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore.

To use PC Restore:

1Turn on the computer and watch the keyboard status lights.

2Immediately upon seeing the lights flash, press <Ctrl><F11>.

If you do not press <Ctrl><F11> in time, let the computer finish restarting, and then restart the computer again.

NOTICE: If you do not want to proceed with PC Restore, click Reboot in the following step.

3On the next screen that appears, click Restore.

4On the next screen, click Confirm.

The restore process takes approximately 6–10 minutes to complete.

Troubleshooting Tools

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Dell T8144 manual Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec, Undoing the Last System Restore, Click System

Contents

W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m September T8144 Contents Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Solving Problems Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesBefore Working Inside Your Computer Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables 111 103105 109 Contents What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty information Finding InformationFinding Information Identify your computer Use the Service Tag toWhen you use Microsoft Windows License Label Setting Up a Printer Setting Up and Using Your ComputerPrinter Cable Connecting to the Internet Connecting a PrinterUSB connector on computer USB printer cable Next window, click the appropriate option Setting Up Your Internet Connection Playing CDs and DVDs Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the PictureDVD player includes the following basic buttons Copying CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVD Using Blank CDs and DVDs Helpful TipsMedia Type Read Write Rewritable Using a Media Card Reader Optional MicroDrive Card Connecting Two MonitorsXD-Picture Card II CF I/II Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors Follow the procedures in Before You Begin onOptional DVI adapter Connecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting a TV Changing the Display Settings Power Management Network Setup WizardOn the welcome screen, click Next Standby Mode Hibernate ModePower Options Properties Power Schemes Tab Hyper-Threading Setting Up and Using Your Computer Solving Problems Troubleshooting TipsBattery Problems Drive Problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive CD and DVD drive problems Hard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems These characters in filenames Error Messages Media Card Reader Problems Computer stops responding Keyboard ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Computer does not start up Program stops responding Program crashes repeatedlySolid blue screen appears Other software problems Memory Problems Your computer Start the computer Mouse ProblemsNetwork Problems Simultaneously press CtrlEsc to display the Start menu Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker Problems Video and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Diagnostic Lights See If the problem persists or the computer hasConnector placement requirements exist Computer Restart the computer If there is an error message on your screenBoot sequence is correct for the devices Installed on your computer Option Function Dell DiagnosticsDell Diagnostics Main Menu If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell see What Is a Driver? DriversTab Function Identifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers Restoring Your Operating System Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Click System Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecUndoing the Last System Restore Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked Troubleshooting Tools Turning Off Your Computer Removing and Installing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended Tools Before Working Inside Your Computer Front View of the Computer Vents and any object near these vents Computer. Instead, perform an operating system shutdown Back View of the Computer Insert the power cable Line-out connector ConnectorSurround connector Line-in connector Removing the Computer Cover Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components DDR2 Memory Overview Memory Dimm connectors 3 Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations Installing Memory Removing Memory PCI Cards Cards Release tab Card retention door Bracket caught outside of slot Alignment guide alignment bar If you removed an add-in network connector Release tabs PCI Express Cards X16 card X1 card Securing tab Bracket caught Release tabs If you removed an add-in network connector Drive Panel Removing the Drive PanelSliding plate lever Drive panel Center drive Panel tab Drive panel insert Removing the Drive-Panel InsertReplacing the Drive-Panel Insert Drive panel Insert tab Drive panel insert Replacing the Drive Panel CD/DVD drives Connecting Drive CablesDrives IDE Drive Addressing Drive Interface Connectors Power Cable ConnectorPower cable Removing and Installing Parts Hard Drive Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Power cable Tabs Hard drive Removing and Installing PartsRemoving a Hard Drive Drive Hard drive bracket Installing a Hard Drive Hard drive bay Adding a Second Hard Drive Power cable Data cable Floppy DriveRemoving a Floppy Drive Page Drive Screws Installing a Floppy Drive Power cable Data cable Removing a Media Card Reader Media Card Reader Drive latch release Sliding plate Media Card Reader Media Card Reader Screws Installing a Media Card Reader FlexBay USB cable Media Card Reader Power cable Data cable Removing and Installing Parts CD/DVD DriveRemoving a CD/DVD Drive Page Installing a CD/DVD Drive Connect the power and data cables to the drive Replacing the Battery Battery Computer cover Back of computer Bottom hinges Replacing the Computer Cover Specifications Eight-way set associative, write-back SramSystem clock Or 1066-MHz data rate Appendix Drive, and Media Card Reader 100 101 102 103 System SetupEntering System Setup Overview Appendix 105 System Setup Options Operating system that do not support Sata drives On defaultDetermines the integrated Sata controller’s operating mode 106 107 108 109 Boot Sequence Appendix 111 Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing Cmos Settings Floppy Drive Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor Mouse 114 Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only CDs and DVDs 115 FCC Notices U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Class a Contacting Dell Class BFCC Identification Information 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 Countries Sales Penang, Malaysia Appendix Dell Precision Technical Support PowerApp, PowerEdgeSwitchboard Sales 129 130 PowerConnect, and PowerVault Transaction Sales 131Trinidad/Tobago General Support Turks and Caicos Islands 132 133 134 Index 135 Index 136 Index Index 137 138 Index Device Driver Rollback, 48 Files and Settings Transfer