- Notes, cautions, and warnings
- Setting up your computer
- About your computer
- Using your computer
- Ports and connectors
- Software and Applications
- Restoring your operating system
- Troubleshooting
- BIOS
- Getting help and contacting Dell
- References
Option | Description |
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Dell Backup and Recovery | Use this option as the first solution to recover your operating system. |
System reinstall discs | Use this option when operating system failure prevents the use of Dell Backup and Recovery or when installing Windows on a new or replacement hard drive. |
System Restore | Use this option to restore your operating system configuration to an earlier point in time without affecting your files. |
Dell Factory Image Restore | Use this as the last option to restore your operating system. This method deletes all files and applications that you might have saved or installed on your computer. |