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    Inspiron N5040 Restore to Factory problem

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Boardwriter, Apr 8, 2012.

  1. Boardwriter

    Boardwriter Newbie

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    I bought this laptop of a friend. I wanted to have a fresh OS so I went into Dell DataSafe & created 3 dvd disc. I have set the laptop to run from the DVD 1st but as soon as it finishes Loading Windows Files it shuts down. I have even tried to use the system restore. When this section opens I select " Restore your entire system to a previous date or to the factory state". the laptop starts doing the same as before. Any help at all to point me in the right direction. Although I have everything by the book.
     
    Boardwriter, Apr 8, 2012
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    qhn Notebook User

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    Check the memory - run a Memtest

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Apr 13, 2012
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