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System Recovery Media, Restoring Your Computer Using System Recovery Media, Restore
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Task To restore specific files or folders from a File & Folder Backup Procedure 1. Launch Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 2. Click Restore→ Restore specific files or folders from a File & Folder Backup. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. System Recovery Media About System Recovery Media The system recovery media, created using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, allows you to return your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer while preserving the data files on your computer. Use the system recovery media in case of: • Operating system failure that prevents the use of recovery options that are installed on your computer. • Hard drive failure that prevents data from being recovered. Restoring Your Computer Using System Recovery Media To restore your computer using the system recovery media: 1. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; then, shut down your computer and try again. 3. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 4. Press any key to boot from the optical drive. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery process. System Recovery Media 131