Restoring back to Factory Settings with Windows 7

Hey guys,

I need to reset a Dell with Windows 7 back to the original factory settings (like when I first bought it).

I have tried the system restore points and am not interested in using a cd to try and recover the machine.

I know on older versions of Windows you can hit one of the F keys at startup and it does it for you.

Thanks for any help

 

Hi,

What is the model number we can check the manual online to see the key sequence. Or there may be an option under Dell in all programs.

I believe all machines allow you to burn CDs that will take it back to factory. I would advise burning those CDs before using any key sequence for the recovery so you have a backup if something goes wrong.

 

It is a Dell Inspiron 1545 Model #P41L

 

Did you burn a set of recovery discs when you got the computer? Take a look at this page to see if you have this datasafe program. http://support.dell.com/support/top...2A668E1C399857AE040AE0AB8E12942&isLegacy=true

F8 at startup and then Repair your Computer should take you to the recovery options but I would look at burning a set of recovery discs before using it as a precaution.