The factory image will restore your computer to the exact state it was in when you first turned it on ... complete with McAfee. To perform a "clean install", free of anything but Windows, you will need an installation disc from Dell.  In the US, you can use this form to request one:[URL] Outside of the US, you will need to contact Dell to obtain one. With a clean install, you will need to download and install all the drivers manually from support.dell.com ... start with System Software (if available for your model), then the chipset.
Hi,I received my fantastic new Inspiron 7000 yesterday.  As expected it comes installed with "trial-ware". Removing McAfee is an utter pain, and therefore I wish to reinstall using a new Windows 8 image. However, please confirm that the Windows 8 image contained as a backup on the system is a vanilla install and not an existing image from which I am trying to clear out all the items I don't want installed. Thanks,Mark
Inspiron 7000 - WIndows 8 (only) reinstall