To create the System Recovery media, turn on the computer and let it boot up. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the creation of the media. Once done, store the media in a safe place for future use. Dell System Recovery You have several options to get your Dell back up and running again. Try the following in order, as they are organized as easiest to hardest:. System Restore — A system restore is a feature built into Windows that allows you to go back to a previous state in the event a system file or hardware driver has been damaged.
Click through the restore options and go back to a date when you know the computer was working properly. Your personal data should be safe using this method. Restart the computer. Select Repair Your Computer from the list. Next, select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System recovery Options and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process.
System Recovery Media — Use this method to perform a System Recovery in the event you cannot boot into Windows or if you have replaced your hard drive. As the machine begins to boot, tap the F Select the boot device either the USB or DVD and then follow the instructions to perform recovery using the media you created. Dell Factory Image Restore — This final method will destroy any data or programs you have added since you bought the computer.
If you are still able to backup, backup any important photos, documents or other data before attempting this process. My Dell in 99 seconds: System Restore from inside Windows 7. NOTES: When the most recent restore point does not resolve the issue or fails, select the next older restore point. When no restore point resolves the issues, all of them fail or none are listed, refer to the Using the built-in Dell Factory Image Restore partition tab in the Windows 7 Does Not Start Correctly or at All section, as other actions are needed.
When the Advanced Boot Options cannot be accessed after several tries, proceed to the Manually reinstall the Windows 7 Operating System tab as your Operating System may be too corrupted to use this process. When no restore point resolves the issues, all of them fails or none are listed, refer to the Using the built-in Dell Factory Image Restore partition tab as other actions are needed. NOTE: This process only sets the C: drive back to factory settings and leaves the other partitions alone.
When the Dell Factory Image Restore partition has been deleted, the option to use the Dell Factory Image Restore does not appear and you must reinstall the Operating System manually, from a backup or a Windows recovery image. For more information refer to the, How to manually reinstall Windows 7 on a Dell computer section when you have the installation disks or Dell Knowledge Base article How to create and use the Dell Windows recovery image when the installation disks are not available.
All personal files, including photos, email messages, and programs are lost when you do not back up your files and data. NOTE: Remove the computer from the docking station when you are using one. NOTE: When the Advanced Boot Options menu does not appear, turn the computer off and try again you may need to hold the power button down for 15 seconds for the computer to turn off. NOTE: Use the drop-down menu to the right of User name: to select the local user or the Administrator account and enter the password for that account.
If you have not set up a password on the local user account leave the password space empty and click OK. NOTE: The restore process begins and may take some time to complete. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to factory condition.
Steps to Manually install Windows 7: Back up your important files and data Disconnect nonessential devices from your computer Reinstall Windows 7 Install Dell drivers.
Connect your computer to the Internet or network Install critical and recommended Windows updates Reinstall your applications Reinstall your third-party hardware and software drivers Restore your personal files and data from backups 1. Back up your important files and data Dell recommends backing up your files and data to an external hard drive, DVDs, CDs, or other removable storage media on a regular basis. Disconnect nonessential devices from your computer.
Except for the monitor, keyboard and mouse, disconnect any nonessential external device, including: Scanner Printer Modem or Network cables Mobile phone USB flash drive or other external hard drive NOTE: Remove the computer from the docking station when you are using one. As mentioned in the first part, restoring your computer to the factory settings will remove all files and programs except those it came with.
Therefore, it is necessary for you to perform file backup for your crucial data before you do factory restore. Learn how to run Dell factory restore via Command Prompt in Windows 7 below:. The System Restore wizard will open immediately. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the System Restore.
You may choose an early restore point to bring your computer back to the factory settings. It enables you to create image backups for the system, disk, partition or even selective files, and you can restore them whenever it is needed. To restore your Dell computer to the factory settings with AOMEI Backupper, you should have performed system backup once you got the computer. The system restore process will be completed under Windows PE environment.
Therefore, you need to create bootable media to boot the Dell computer. The bootable drive can also be used in case of boot failure. Step 1. Step 2.
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