Dell Inspiron C3W6D Setup Manual

Also see for Inspiron 14 AMD M4010: Service manual

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59Restoring Your Operating SystemYou can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup torestore your hard drive to the operating stateit 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 stateCreate system recovery media•Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicTo restore the factory image while preservingthe data files:Turn off your computer.1.Disconnect all the devices (USB drive,2.printer, etc.) connected to the computer andremove any newly added internal hardware.NOTE: Do not disconnect the keyboard,mouse, or the power cable.Turn on your computer.3.When the DELL4. ™ 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.Select5. Repair Your Computer.Select6. Dell DataSafe Restore andEmergency Backup from the SystemRecovery Options menu and follow theinstructions on the screen.NOTE: The restoration process might takean hour or more depending on the size ofthe data to be restored.NOTE: For more information, see theknowledge base article 353560 atsupport.dell.com.