Resetting a notebook - how to do it

Before you sell your notebook or if you want to reset the device, it makes sense to restore the factory settings. This is because it will completely erase all settings and clean up the hard drive. This option is also very helpful to remove adware and malware completely.

How to reset your notebook

If you are unsure whether you still need data from your notebook, then you should create a backup before restoring it. However, this is only useful if you are sure that they are not affected by viruses.

1. Open the Control Panel and click on the "System and Security" section.
2. Now you need to select the "Backup and Restore" item from the list.
3. Then click on the "Restore system settings to computer" option.
4. Use the option to completely reset the system by selecting the "Advanced Restore Methods".
5. Now you need to select the option "Reset computer to factory settings" and confirm the operation.
6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
7. To finish, you need to restart your notebook. Do not be disconcerted if the startup initially takes longer than usual - this is completely normal after the reset.

Use the opportunity

In everyday life, many files accumulate on your notebook, which you either do not need or which you can no longer allocate. Due to this, you should also use the reset to give your device a meaningful data structure. This will ensure that you work much more effectively and quickly in everyday life.