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Alienware ALX Desktop Manual
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Recovery Disc
In order to start the recovery process, you will need to make sure you have the
Alienware Recovery Disc and Master CD. The Alienware Master CD contains drivers
originally installed on your computer. You can also download drivers and software
from www.alienware.com.
Performing a System Recovery
Step 1: Power up your system, enter BIOS setup and change the boot order to
CD-ROM first.
Step 2: Insert the Alienware Recovery Disc into your computer’s optical drive.
Step 3: When your system reads the Alienware Recovery Disc it will give you the
message “Press any key to boot from CD”. Press any key to continue
Step 4: Once the recovery is completed, remove the Alienware Recovery Disc from
your CD-ROM drive.
Step 5: You can use the Alienware Master CD to update your drivers and install
software not included in the Recovery Disc. If you encounter any problems
or have any questions, please contact Technical support.
The included Recovery Disc can be used to automatically
reformat your hard drive and reinstall the operating
system; however, Alienware strongly recommends the use
of AlienRespawn to completely restore your system to its
original factory condition.
The Alienware recovery system is set up to boot from your
CD-ROM drive, please verify in your System’s BIOS setup
that your system is set to boot from the primary optical drive.