Dell Inspiron DCSLE Setup Manual page 47

You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to
restore your hard drive to the operating state
it was in when you purchased your computer,
while preserving the data files.
Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to:
• Backup and restore your computer to an
earlier operating state
• Create system recovery media
Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic
To restore the factory image while preserving
the data files:
1. Turn off your computer.
Disconnect all the devices (USB drive,
2.
printer, etc.) connected to the computer and
remove any newly added internal hardware.
NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Turn on your computer.
When the DELL logo appears, press <F8>
4.
™
several times to access the Advanced Boot
Options window.
Restoring Your Operating System
NOTE: If you wait too long and the
operating system logo appears, continue to
wait until you see the Microsoft
desktop; then, shut down your computer
and try again.
5. Select Repair Your Computer.
6. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and
Emergency Backup from the System
Recovery Options menu and follow the
instructions on the screen.
NOTE: The restoration process may take an
hour or more depending on the size of the
data to be restored.
NOTE: For more information, see the
knowledge base article 353560 at
support.dell.com.
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