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CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY
AlienRespawn v2.0
NOTE: Back up all data before initiating a system recovery. Backup
functionality is included in AlienRespawn™ v2.0, but as a precaution it is
recommended to backup critical les onto an external media before
initiating recovery.
AlienRespawn™ v2.0 is a recovery solution which is capable of resolving many
software-related problems, including operating system conguration errors,
driver installation errors, system le corruption, spyware/virus infection (when
used in conjunction with antivirus software), and more.
Unlike other restoration methods, AlienRespawn v2.0 oers the ability to return
your computer to its factory default settings without permanently losing your
saved data.
If AlienRespawn v2.0 is unable to resolve your problem, contact Alienware
Technical Support (see “CONTACTING ALIENWARE“ on page 73).
Using AlienRespawn v2.0
Remove any CD/DVD media from your optical drive. 1.
Turn on your computer (If the system is currently in Windows, restart). 2.
When your computer boots, it will display a prompt on the screen for ve 3.
seconds prior to loading Windows. While this prompt is on the screen,
press <F10>.
Your computer will now boot into the AlienRespawn v2.0 environment. If 4.
this is the rst time you have run AlienRespawn v2.0, you must accept the
license agreement before proceeding.
Recovery Options
NOTE: Back up all data before initiating a system recovery. Backup
functionality is included in AlienRespawn v2.0, but as a precaution it is
recommended to backup critical les onto an external media before
initiating recovery.
AlienRespawn v2.0 oers three methods for system recovery. Each option oers
a unique combination of restoration and data-backup features. e details of
each method are described below.
Microsoft System Restore
is option provides access to Microsoft System Restore points stored on your
computer without having to enter Windows itself. For more information on
System Restore, see “Help and Support” within Windows.
is option is best for driver or operating system le corruption. It allows recovery
through System Restore even if Windows cannot be accessed and resolves many
operating system-related problems without altering user-created les.
System Restore points stored on your hard drive must be intact. If these les or
the hard drive itself have been damaged, System Restore may not be accessible.
Although System Restore will resolve many operating system problems, it is
possible for signicant problems, e.g. certain types of virus/spyware infections,
to persist after recovery.