Save system configuration with system restore

In Windows Me and XP, the System Restore feature automatically creates restore points at certain intervals. These points can be used to restore your system to a previously working state. You may want to manually create a restore point if, for example, you are about to install new software or hardware.

Follow the instructions below to manually create a restore point:

1. From the Start menu, select All Programs or Programs, and then select Accessories, then System Tools, and then System Restore.
2. Select Create a restore point and click Next.
3. Type a name for the restore point, and then click Create (XP) or Next (Me).
4. When the point has been created, click Close (XP) or OK (Me).