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How To Create Backup CDs or Download Media for Your Dell Computer

Summary: This article provides information about how to create or obtain backup media for your Dell Computer.

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Symptoms

If you need to get media to repair or restore your operating system to its original factory image, visit the Media Backup page to get information on creating recovery discs from your Dell computer or downloading an image online.

Cause

If you are considering an operating system reinstall, please see our alternative article "How To Restore or Reinstall Microsoft Windows on a Dell Computer ".

Resolution

Individual drivers and downloads for your system can be found at Dell Downloads


SLN135486_en_US__1BACKUP  Learn more on our Data Storage and Back-Up Solutions support page.