Dell Alienware M17x R3 (Early 2011) - Manual (Page 102)

CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY
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AlienRespawn
CAUTION: Using AlienRespawn
permanently removes any programs
or drivers installed after you received
your computer. Create backup media of
applications you need to install on your
computer before using AlienRespawn.
Use AlienRespawn only if System
Restore did not resolve your operating
system problem.
CAUTION: Although AlienRespawn is
designed to preserve the data files on
your computer, it is recommended that
you backup your data files before using
AlienRespawn.
You can use AlienRespawn to restore your
hard drive to the operating state it was in
when you purchased your computer, while
preserving the data files.
AlienRespawn allows you to backup and
restore your computer to an earlier operating
state.
AlienRespawn Basic
To restore the factory image while preserving
the data files:
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Disconnect all the devices connected to
the computer (such as USB drive, printer,
and so on) and remove any recently
added internal hardware.
NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter
cable.
3. Turn on your computer.
4. When the Alienware logo appears,
press <F8> several times to access the
Advanced Boot Options window.
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.
5. Select Repair Your Computer.