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For additional Help, while in the Windows
press the
key to launch the Windows
F1
screen. Search for "back up files."
General tips for installing hardware and
software
Here are a few tips to help ensure safe and easy installation
of new hardware (printers, pointing devices, external hard
drives, optical disc drive writers, scanners, etc.) and software
(applications like Microsoft
or utility software such as special toolbars for your web
browser).
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Create a restore point (refer to
configuration with restore points" on page
installing anything, use the System Restore utility to set
a restore point (see the section titled restore points). If
anything goes wrong, you will then be able to easily
restore the Windows
was in prior to the installation, undoing any changes that
the installation process introduced.
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Back up your critical data (see
your entire computer with the Windows® operating
system" on page
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Have your back up DVD(s) on hand in case you need any
files from them.
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Do not guess - follow directions carefully! It is often
necessary to run an installation utility first - before
connecting a new hardware item to the computer. If the
device is connected first, it may be very difficult to
complete the installation successfully. Always carefully
follow the installation instructions that accompany the
hardware or software.
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Restart the Windows
the Windows
even if the installation utility does not prompt you to do
so. This will ensure that the installation is completed,
and will clean up anything that the installation utility left
behind.
If Something Goes Wrong
Develop good computing habits
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Office and Adobe
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operating system to the state it
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operating system. Always restart
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operating system after each installation,
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Desktop screen,
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Help and Support
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Photoshop
"Saving system
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"Backing up your data or
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