Remove everything and reinstall SLED

Sometimes you want to perform detailed reformatting of your computer, or you want to remove personal information before you give away or recycle your computer. The process described in this section provides a speedy, simple way to return the computer to its original state. This option removes all personal data, applications, and settings from your computer, and reinstalls the Linux operating system.

IMPORTANT: This option does not provide backups of your information. Before using this option, back up any personal information you wish to retain.

You can initiate this option by using the f11 key.

To use the f11 key:

Press f11 while the computer boots.

– or –

Press and hold f11 as you press the power button.

The following options are available:

●Cancel/Reboot—Reboots the system. No recovery or restore activity is performed.

●Recover/Repair System—This option repairs a system that is not working properly and preserves user data.

●Restore Factory System—This option restores the system back to the original factory state. User data is not preserved.

Select an option and follow the on-screen instructions.

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