Dell 1300 owner manual Using the Operating System CD, Before You Begin

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Using the Operating System CD

Before You Begin

If you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback. See “Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback.” If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your operating system to the operating state it was in before you installed the new device driver. See “Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore.”

To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items:

Dell™ Operating System CD

Dell Drivers and Utilities CD

NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that were installed during assembly of the computer. Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to load any required drivers. Depending on the region from where you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the CDs, the Drivers and Utilities CD and Operating System CD may not ship with your system.

Reinstalling Windows XP

To reinstall Windows XP, perform all the steps in the following sections in the order in which they are listed.

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.

NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling Windows XP. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to do so.

NOTICE: To prevent conflicts with Windows XP, disable any virus protection software installed on your computer before you reinstall Windows XP. See the documentation that came with the software for instructions.

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

2Insert the Operating System CD. Click Exit if the Install Windows XP message appears.

3Restart the computer.

4Press <F2> immediately after the DELL™ logo appears.

If the operating system logo appears, wait until you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again.

5Press the arrow keys to select CD-ROM, and press <Enter>.

6 When the Press any key to boot from CD message appears, press any key.

7When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press <Enter>.

8Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the reinstallation.

9When the operating system reinstallation completes, reinstall drivers and applications as necessary.

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Contents W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Dell Inspiron 1300/B120/B130Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Using the Display Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Solving Problems Adding and Replacing Parts 127 Dell Product Information Guide Finding InformationDell Support Website support.dell.com Front View Tour of Your ComputerY B O a R D S T a T U S L I G H T S V I C E S T a T U S L I G H T S Left Side View Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor Right Side View Back View AC adapter connector 2 air ventBottom View Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet Connection Transferring Information to a New Computer Click Finish Setting Up a Printer Printer Cable Connecting a USB PrinterLine Conditioners Power Protection DevicesUninterruptible Power Supplies Surge ProtectorsAdjusting Brightness Using the DisplaySwitching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKey Combinations Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Speaker FunctionsCustomizing the Touch Pad Touch PadBattery Performance Using a BatteryMicrosoft Windows Power Meter Checking the Battery ChargeConserving Battery Power Dell QuickSet Battery MeterStandby Mode Power Management ModesHibernate Mode Power Management Wizard Configuring Power Management SettingsSelecting a Power Scheme Power Options Properties Charging the Battery Replacing the Battery Storing a Battery Using a Battery Playing a CD or DVD Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaAdjusting the Volume How to Copy a CD or DVD Adjusting the PictureCopying CDs and DVDs DVD-Writable Drives Using Blank CDs and DVDsHelpful Tips Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia ExpressCard Blanks Using ExpressCardsInstalling an ExpressCard ExpressCard TypesRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Connecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkNetwork Setup Wizard Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkDetermining Your Network Type Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Dell QuickSet FeaturesClicking the QuickSet Icon Double-Clicking the QuickSet IconDell QuickSet Features Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Tab Function See the help files for your CD or DVD creation software Drive ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveHard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsError Messages Characters in filenames DiagnosticsSystem Setup Program Solving Problems External Keyboard problems Keyboard ProblemsUnexpected characters Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingOther software problems Memory ProblemsExpressCard Problems Network ProblemsPower Problems Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer Printer ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems Scanner ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers No sound from external speakers Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsPicture quality Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank If the display is difficult to readIdentifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Drivers If only part of the display is readableUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing the Drivers and Utilities CD Restoring Your Operating System Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Solving Problems Before You Begin Using the Operating System CDSolving Problems Turning Off Your Computer Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsBattery-bay latch release lock Hard Drive Adding and Replacing Parts Returning a Hard Drive to Dell CD/DVD DriveMemory Captive screws Memory module Memory slot notch Wireless Mini PCI Card Antenna cable Mini PCI card Mini PCI card Hinge Cover Keyboard Keyboard Appendix SpecificationsSodimm DDR-2 Wxga 100 101 102 Overview Using the System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screen System Setup ScreenPerforming a One-Time Boot Travel Tips Travelling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Packing the ComputerIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Travelling by AirCDs and DVDs Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Display Touch PadFCC Class B FCC Notices U.S. Only108 Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsMacrovision Product Notice Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only110 Contacting Dell111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 Glossary128 Docking device See APR 129130 131 132 133 134 135 136 Video resolution See resolution137 Index138 139 140 141 142
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