Dell MV909 Reinstalling Microsoft Windows, Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears

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Reinstalling Microsoft Windows

The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software.

1.Save and close any open files and exit any open programs.

2.Insert the Operating System disc.

3.Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears.

4.Restart the computer.

5.When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F12> immediately.

Restoring Your Operating System

NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your computer and try again.

NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program.

6.When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press <Enter>.

7.Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE August 2009 P/N MV909 Rev. A00 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows To install the SIM Install the Subscriber Identity Module OptionalBattery bay SIM slot Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection To set up your connection to a wireless routerTo set up your Internet connection Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionRight View Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Feature Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features AC Adapter Indicator light statusBattery charge level BatteryUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing Battery Dell Extended Battery LifeBattery Battery bay Battery release latches Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Backing Up Your Data Customizing Your Energy SettingsCustomizing the Desktop Transferring Information to a New ComputerDell Dock Personalize the Dock Add a CategoryAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconBeep Code Possible Problem Solving ProblemsBeep Codes Wired connection is lost Network ProblemsPower Problems Wireless connection is lostPower light is solid white but computer is not responding Other memory problems Memory ProblemsInsufficient memory message Click End Task Program crashes repeatedly Computer does not start upProgram stops responding Click ApplicationsOther software problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsAbout Your System System System Messages Using Support ToolsThem Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsIf Pre-boot System Assessment PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Starting Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreRestoring Your Operating System To reinstall Windows, you need the following Operating System ReinstallationBefore You Begin Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Microsoft WindowsGetting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell Support websites Online ServicesDell Support e-mail addresses Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic Checklist For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesSee If you need toComputer Information Basic SpecificationsSystem Model ProcessorMemory In-1 Memory Card ReaderCommunications ConnectorsDisplay Battery BatteryPhysical AC AdapterRelative humidity maximum Computer EnvironmentMacrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Index