Dell 2300 Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP, Before You Reinstall, Reinstalling Windows XP

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1.Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel.

2.Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click System.

3.Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager.

4.In the Device Manager list, check for conflicts with the other devices.

Conflicts are indicated by a yellow exclamation point (!) beside the conflicting device or a red X if the device has been disabled.

5.Double-click any conflicting device listed to bring up the Properties window to determine what needs to be reconfigured or removed from the Device Manager.

Resolve these conflicts before checking specific devices.

6.Double-click the malfunctioning device type in the Device Manager list.

7.Double-click the icon for the specific device in the expanded list.

The Properties window appears.

8.Resolve any IRQ conflicts, as described in step 5.

If an IRQ conflict exists, the Device status area in the Properties window reports the cards or devices that share the device's IRQ.

You can also use the Windows XP Hardware Troubleshooter:

1.Click the Start button.

2.Click Help and Support.

3.Type hardware troubleshooter in the Search field, and then click the arrow to start the search.

4.Click Hardware Troubleshooter in the Search Results list.

5.In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on my computer.

6.Click Next.

Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP

Before You Reinstall

If you are reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the device driver with the previously installed version.

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.

Reinstalling Windows XP

To reinstall Windows XP, perform 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 the reinstallation is complete, you will need to 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 instructed to do so by a Dell technical support representative.

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.

Preparing to Boot From the Operating System CD

1.Insert the Operating System CD into the CD or DVD drive.

2.Exit any program or utility that might run after you insert the CD.

3.Shut down and restart the computer.

4.Press <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.

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

6.Press any key when the Press any key to boot from CD message appears on the screen.

Starting Windows XP Setup

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

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

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Dell DimensionHints, Notices, and Cautions Using System Restore Advanced TroubleshootingCreating a Restore Point Beep CodesWhat Is a Driver? Undoing the Last System RestoreDrivers Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateIdentifying Drivers Reinstalling DriversResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Before You Reinstall Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPReinstalling Windows XP Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemReinstall the appropriate drivers Reinstalling Drivers and SoftwareWhat Are You Looking For? Find it Here DocumentationFinding Information for Your Computer Online Documentation Printed DocumentationDownloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated Files Click User and system guides, and then click Users guidesViewing the Tell Me How Help File Shutting Down the Computer Adding and Replacing PartsRemoving the Computer Cover Click Turn offLooking Inside Your Computer Adding or Removing Cards Remove the computer cover Replace the computer cover Adding MemoryRemoving Cards Close the computer cover Removing the Front PanelRemove the computer cover Remove the computer cover Remove the front panel Removing the Front-Panel InsertHard Drive Replace the computer cover Floppy Drive Replacing the CD/DVD Drive Replace the front panel Replace the computer cover Adding a Second CD/DVD DriveRemoving the Microprocessor Replacing the MicroprocessorInstalling the Microprocessor Removing the System Board Replacing the System BoardRemove the microprocessor heat sink Installing the System BoardRemove the computer cover Remove the floppy drive Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyReplacing the Power Supply Replace the floppy drive Replace the computer coverReplacing the Computer Cover Replacing the BatteryBack to Contents Battery Problems Drive Problems Solving ProblemsFloppy drive problems Finding Help InformationCD drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsProblems writing to a CD-RW drive DVD drive problemsGeneral Problems Error MessagesComputer stops responding Program stops respondingOther technical problems General hardware problems Other software problemsProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Solid blue screen appearsNetwork Problems Keyboard ProblemsMouse Problems Printer Problems Power ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems Scanner ProblemsNo sound from headphones No sound from speakersAdjust the Windows display settings Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to readTechnical Specifications Video PowerAudio Controls and LightsEntering the System Setup Program System Setup ProgramOverview Main ScreenOption Function Advanced ScreenDescribed in IDE Primary Master Submenu Peripheral Configuration SubmenuIDE Configuration Submenu Event Log Configuration Submenu Diskette Configuration SubmenuIDE Primary Master Submenu ModeSecurity Screen Power ScreenLast State Boot ScreenShut down the computer Clearing Forgotten PasswordsExit Screen Clearing Cmos Technical Overview Internal View System Board Connectors and SocketsDC Power Connector P1 Power Supply DC Connector Pin AssignmentsDC Power Connectors P2, P3, P5, and P6 DC Power Connector P7DC Power Connector P8 Front View Controls and LightsBack View Front View Back ViewBack to Contents Hints, Notices, and Cautions
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