HP CQ2009F Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide - Page 25

Microsoft System Restore Microsoft Windows® XP includes a feature that enables you to restore your computer configuration to that of a previous time when a current software problem did not exist. The feature does this by creating a restore point where it records the computer settings at that time and date. When a new program is installed, the operating system automatically creates a restore point before it adds the new software. You can also set restore points manually. If you experience a problem that you think may be due to software on your computer, use System Restore to return the computer to a previous restore point. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you use the system recovery program. To start a System Restore: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, All Programs, and then click Accessories. 3 Choose System Tools, and then click System Restore. 4 Follow the onscreen instructions. To manually add restore points: 1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, All Programs, and then click Accessories. 3 Choose System Tools, and then click System Restore. 4 Select Create a restore point, and then click Next. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions. For more information about software restore points: 1 Click Start, and then click Help and Support. 2 Type system restore into the Search box, and then click Search. PC Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide (features may vary by model) 21