How to Restore a Dell 240 Dimension to Factory Settings
If you are having problems with your Dell Dimension computer, you may want to take the machine back to its original factory settings to try to resolve the problem. The changes that are made over time, including the installation of new software packages and pieces of hardware, can cause conflicts and errors, and those conflicts and errors can cause the computer to run poorly. By taking your Dimension desktop back to its original factory settings, you can get a fresh start and restore some of the lost power to your PC.
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Instructions
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Start the PC and connect an external hard drive, thumb drive or other backup device. Use the backup device to save your user data. You will lose data during the restore process, so make sure you always back up your files before getting started.
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Log on to the PC, click on the "Start" button and choose "All Programs" from the menu.
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Navigate to the "Accessories" folder and choose "System Tools" from the menu. Choose "System Restore" from the sub-menu. You will see a calendar listing all of the restore points you can use.
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Scroll through the calendar until you get to the earliest recorded restore point. Choose that restore point and follow the prompts to restore your PC.
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Tips & Warnings
Always back up your user data before doing a restore. You will lose data during the restore process, so make sure you protect your data with a backup.
