Dell 9100 owner manual Reinstalling Windows XP

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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 (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 90), 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.

Booting From the Operating System CD

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 <F12> 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>.

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

Windows XP Setup

1When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press <Enter> to select To set up Windows now.

2Read the information on the Microsoft Windows Licensing Agreement screen, and press <F8> to accept the license agreement.

3If your computer already has Windows XP installed and you want to recover your current Windows XP data, type r to select the repair option, and remove the CD.

4If you want to install a new copy of Windows XP, press <Esc> to select that option.

5Press <Enter> to select the highlighted partition (recommended), and follow the instructions on the screen.

The Windows XP Setup screen appears, and the operating system begins to copy files and install the devices. The computer automatically restarts multiple times.

NOTICE: Do not press any key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from the CD.

NOTE: The time required to complete the setup depends on the size of the hard drive and the speed of your computer.

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Contents Dell Inspiron Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Optimizing Performance Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Setting Up a Home and Office Network Adding and Replacing Parts 159 Safety General Safety Battery Safety PowerSafety Air Travel When Using Your ComputerSafety EMC Instructions Safety When Working Inside Your Computer Safety Ergonomic Computing HabitsSafety Battery Disposal Safety Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargeSafety Instructions Finding Information How to use standby mode and hibernate mode Warranty, and repair information Finding Information Front View Tour of Your ComputerDevice Status Lights Tour of Your Computer Keyboard Status Lights Left Side View Audio Connectors Back View Right Side ViewVideo Connector Modem Connector RJ-11 W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Bottom View Tour of Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet Connection Next window, click the appropriate option Transferring Information to a New ComputerClick Finished and restart the new computer Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Power Protection DevicesPrinter Cable Turning Off Your Computer Uninterruptible Power SuppliesSurge Protectors Line ConditionersSetting Up Your Computer DDR Memory and Processor Front-Side Bus Optimizing PerformanceHyper-Threading Optimizing Performance Battery Performance Using a BatteryDell QuickSet Battery Meter Checking the Battery ChargeMicrosoft Windows Power Meter Low-Battery Warning Charging the BatteryCharge Gauge Removing a Battery Storing a Battery Installing a BatteryUsing a Battery About the Module Bay Using the Module BayPush the new device into the bay until it clicks Pull the device out of the module bayDevice latch release Using the Module Bay Pull the device out of the module bay Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKey Combinations Display Functions Power ManagementSpeaker Functions Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Touch PadCustomizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick Changing the Track Stick Cap Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using CDs and DVDs Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaHow to Copy a CD or DVD Copying CDs and DVDsHelpful Tips Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWsConnecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device Video and Standard Audio Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Pdif digital audio cable Composite Video and Standard Audio Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Click Close Click OK Enabling S/PDIF Digital AudioEnabling the Display Settings for a TV Setting Up the Dolby HeadphoneUsing CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Connecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkNetwork Setup Wizard Determining Your Network Type Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkOn the welcome screen, click Next Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Click Add Configuring Security Settings Optional Setting Up a Home and Office Network Click Properties Setting Up a Home and Office Network Error Messages Solving ProblemsIf the display is blank Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is difficult to read Hard Drive Problems Scanner ProblemsIf you have problems with a hard drive If only part of the display is readableExternal Keyboard Problems PC Card ProblemsPower Problems Unexpected Characters Printer Problems Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsGeneral Program Problems Network ProblemsProgram crashes Error messages appear CD or DVD ProblemsProgram stops responding Solid blue screen appearsIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive trayIf the CD-RW drive stops writing If you have a problem with integrated speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with external speakers Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Click the Start button and click Control Panel What Is a Driver? Resolving Other Technical ProblemsDrivers Identifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesInsert the Drivers and Utilities CD Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Creating a Restore Point Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreSelect a restore point and click Next Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateUndoing the Last System Restore Using the Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Express Test first to increase the possibility of tracing To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPBefore You Begin Reinstalling Windows XP When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next Before You Begin Adding and Replacing PartsRecommended Tools Shutting Down Your ComputerAdding and Replacing Parts 101 Hard Drive102 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell103 Memory104 105 106 Mini PCI Card107 Replace the cover and tighten the captive screw 109 SubwooferInsert the subwoofer into the compartment within the battery 111 FansFan release lever 113 Hinge CoversLeft hinge cover Right hinge cover 115 DisplayScrews labeled D 117 Lift the display out of the computer at a 90-degree angleKeyboard 119 120 Reserve Battery121 Card with Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyAdding and Replacing Parts Appendix Specifications123 USB 124Lvds 125126 127 128 Viewing the System Setup Screens Using the System Setup ProgramOverview 129Commonly Used Options System Setup Screens131 Enabling the Infrared SensorDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsContacting Dell Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 What is not covered by this limited warranty? What is covered by this limited warranty?Limited Warranties 149What do I do if I need warranty service? How long does this limited warranty last?150 What will Dell do? What if I purchased a service contract?How will you fix my product? 151152 May I transfer the limited warranty?153 154 Dell Software and Peripherals Canada Only Limitation and Statutory Rights Making a Claim156 157 Intel’s Three Year Limited WarrantyWhat are Errata? 158Index Floppy drive connecting to a USB Programs Device Driver Rollback, 90 enabling display settings for a
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