Resetting mac and saving Iphoto pictures

I ve got a huge doubt about saving my iphoto pictures so i can restore my macbook air to his factory settings without losing losing them
I dont know if I can save the Iphoto Library in my hard drive and then put it back after resetting it.
and with iphoto library I mean this icon  (excuse my ignorance, I m horrible with technology)

I would certainly not restore a system to change the things you indicate. You might cause yourself some serious problems.
I would reset the SMC (system management controller) to see if things change.
My log-in screen is gray...shade unknown. I rarely use the camera on my MacBook Pro.
I would post a separate question about your camera issue to see if someone can address that issue.
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