DELL 09N1F7A01 User Manual

CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local 
Backup permanently removes any 
programs or drivers installed after you 
received your computer. Prepare backup 
media of applications you need to install 
on your computer before using Dell 
DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe 
Local Backup only if System Restore did 
not resolve your operating system problem.
CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local 
Backup is designed to preserve the data 
files on your computer, it is recommended 
that you backup your data files before 
using the Dell DataSafe Local Backup.
NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not 

be available in all regions.
NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is 

not available on your computer, use Dell 

Factory Image Restore (see “Dell Factory 

Image Restore” on page 65) to restore your 

operating system.

You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to 

restore your hard drive to the operating state 

it was in when you purchased your computer, 

while preserving the data files.
Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to:

Backup and restore your computer to an 

•

earlier operating state
Create system recovery media

•

To restore the factory image while preserving 

the data files:

Turn off your computer.

Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, 

printer, etc.) connected to the computer and 

remove any newly added internal hardware.

NOTE: Do not disconnect the display, 

keyboard, mouse, or the power cable.

Turn on your computer.