System Restore

If you have a problem that might be due to software that you installed on your computer, use System Restore to return the computer to a previous restore point. You can also set restore points manually.

NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you use the System Recovery feature.

NOTE: Some features might not be available on systems that are shipped without a Windows operating system.

To start System Restore:

1.Close all open programs.

2.Click the Start button, right-click Computer, and then click Properties.

3.Click System protection, System Restore, click Next, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

To add restore points manually:

1.Close all open programs.

2.Click the Start button, right-click Computer, click Properties, and then click System protection.

3.Under Protection Settings, select the disk for which you want to create a restore point.

4.Click Create, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

Restoring and recovering in Windows 7

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