Dell Dimension 2010 Setup Manual

Also see for Dimension 2010: Service manual

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45Restoring Your Operating SystemDell DataSafe Local BackupNOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may notbe available in all regions.Dell DataSafe Local Backup is a backupand recovery application that restores yourcomputer if you lose data due to a virus attack,accidentally delete critical files or folders, or ifthe hard drive crashes.This application allows you to:• Restore files and folders• Restore your hard drive to the operatingstate it was in when you purchased yourcomputer, without erasing the existingpersonal files and dataTo schedule backups:1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local iconon the taskbar.2. Choose Full System Backup to create andschedule automatic backup of all the data inyour computer.To restore data:1. Turn off your computer.2. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive,printer, etc.) connected to the computerand remove any recently added internalhardware.NOTE: Do not disconnect the display,keyboard, mouse, and the power cable.3. Turn on your computer.4. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to access the Advanced BootOptions window.NOTE: If you wait too long and theoperating system logo appears, continue towait until you see the Microsoft ® Windows ®desktop; then, shut down your computerand try again.5. Select Repair Your Computer.