Reference Guide

Table 11. Dell Backup and Recovery features
Features Basic Premium
Create a full system backup including applications and settings
Merge multiple backups and archive old backups
Backup and restore files based on type
Dell Backup and Recovery Basic
Accessing Dell Backup and Recovery
Windows 10
1. Click Start, type Backup in the search box.
2. Click the Dell Backup and Recovery icon and follow the on-screen instructions.
Windows 8
1. Access the search charm.
2. Click or tap Apps and type Dell Backup and Recovery in the search box.
3. Click or tap Dell Backup and Recovery in the search result list and follow the on-screen instructions.
Creating system reinstall discs
1. Launch Dell Backup and Recovery.
2. Click or tap Factory Recovery Media tile.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Restoring your computer
1. Launch Dell Backup and Recovery.
2. Click or tap the Recovery tile.
3. Click or tap System Recovery.
4. Click or tap Yes, Continue.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Dell Backup and Recovery premium
CAUTION:
Although you are provided with an option to preserve your personal files during the recovery process,
it is recommended that you backup your personal files on a separate drive or disk before using the recovery
option.
NOTE: If you ordered Dell Backup and Recovery Premium with your computer through Digital Delivery application, you need
to download the Dell Backup and Recovery Basic first to get the Dell Backup and Recovery Premium option.
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