Dell Alienware M17x R2 (Early 2010) - Manual (Page 52)

52 CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY
AlienRespawn/DataSafe Local Backup
CAUTION: Using AlienRespawn/DataSafe Local Backup permanently
removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your
computer. Create backup media of applications you need to reinstall on
your computer before using AlienRespawn/DataSafe Local Backup. Use
AlienRespawn/DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not
resolve your operating system problem.
CAUTION: Although AlienRespawn/DataSafe Local Backup is designed
to preserve the data files on your computer, it is recommended that
you backup your data files before usingAlienRespawn/DataSafe Local
Backup.
NOTE: AlienRespawn/DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all
regions
You can use AlienRespawn/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.
AlienRespawn/DataSafe Local Backup allows you to:
•
Backup and restore your computer to an earlier operating state
• Create system recovery media
AlienRespawn/DataSafe Local Backup Basic
To restore the factory image while preserving the data files:
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Disconnect all devices (USB drive, printer, etc.) connected to the computer
and remove any newly added internal hardware.
NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter
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.
6. Select AlienRespawn/DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the
System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen.
NOTE: The restoration process may take an hour or more depending on
the size of the data to be restored.
NOTE: For more information on AlienRespawn, see knowledge base article
353560 at support.dell.com.