Did you know...
Factory Restore deletes all of
the information and data stored
on your computer's hard drive.
All added personal files,
software and other data will be
lost. Before completing Factory
Restore, copy your data to
diskettes or save your data to
an external device to prevent
permanent loss of your data.
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Factory Restore
Factory Restore returns your Notebook to its original factory-
installed software state. It reformats your hard disk and removes
all data from your Notebook.
Access the QuickRestore menu through the method applicable
to your Notebook. See 3-2 for details, then complete the
following steps to perform a Factory Restore on your Notebook.
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1. Move your cursor over the Factory Restore button. If you see
a message that says no factory image was found, insert the
QuickRestore CD and restart the computer.
Note: If no factory image is found on the D: drive, you must use the
QuickRestore CDs to perform this function.
2. When Factory Restore has finished, the system automatically
restarts.
3. Once the Factory Restore is complete, you may be prompted
to provide the start-up information again to reinstall
Windows set up.
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Caution: Factory Restore deletes all information on your hard drive. Save all
personal files, software, and data to diskettes or other external storage
device before proceeding.
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