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3.If 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 then remove the CD from the drive.

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

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

HINT: The time required to complete the setup depends on the size of the hard drive and the speed of your computer. You can step away from the computer at this time if you need to do so.

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

Completing the GUI Setup

NOTICE: When the computer restarts, you will see the following message: Press any key to boot from the CD. Do not press any key when this message appears.

1.When the Regional and Language Options screen appears, select the settings for your location, and then click Next.

2.Enter your name and organization (optional) in the Personalize Your Software screen, and then click Next.

3.If you are reinstalling Windows XP Home Edition, at the What's your computer's name window, enter a name for your computer (or accept the name provided), and then click Next.

If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, at the Computer Name and Administrator Password window, enter a name for your computer (or accept the one provided) and a password, and then click Next.

4.If your computer has a modem installed, the Modem Dialing Information screen appears. Enter the requested information and click Next.

5.Enter the date, time, and time zone in the Date and Time Settings window and click Next.

6.If your computer has a network adapter, select Typical in the Networking Settings screen and click Next.

If your computer does not have a network adapter, you do not see this option.

7.If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, you may be prompted to provide further network information regarding your network configuration, such as the domain name or workgroup name. If you are unsure of your settings, accept the default selections.

Windows XP installs the operating system components and configures the computer. The computer automatically restarts.

Completing the Operating System Setup

NOTICE: When the computer restarts, you will see the following message: Press any key to boot from the CD. Do not press any key when this message appears.

1.When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next.

2.When the How will this computer connect to the Internet? message appears, click Skip.

3.When the Ready to register with Microsoft? screen appears, select No, not at this time, and then click Next.

4.When the Who will use this computer? screen appears, you can enter up to five users.

5.Click Next.

6.Click Finish to complete the setup, and remove the CD from the drive.

Reinstalling Drivers and Software

1.Reinstall the appropriate drivers.

2.Reinstall your virus protection software. See the documentation that came with the software for instructions.

3.Reinstall your other software programs. See the documentation that came with the software for instructions.

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Contents Dell Dimension Hints, Notices, and CautionsAbbreviations and Acronyms Creating a Restore Point Advanced TroubleshootingUsing System Restore Beep CodesDrivers Undoing the Last System RestoreWhat Is a Driver? Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateReinstalling Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesIdentifying Drivers Reinstalling Windows XP Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPBefore You Reinstall Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemReinstalling Drivers and Software Reinstall the appropriate driversDocumentation Finding Information for Your ComputerWhat Are You Looking For? Find it Here Downloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated Files Printed DocumentationOnline Documentation Click User and system guides, and then click Users guidesViewing the Tell Me How Help File Removing the Computer Cover Adding and Replacing PartsShutting Down the Computer Click Turn offLooking Inside Your Computer Adding or Removing Cards Remove the computer cover Adding Memory Removing CardsReplace the computer cover Removing the Front Panel Close the computer coverRemove the computer cover Removing the Front-Panel Insert Hard DriveRemove the computer cover Remove the front panel Replace the computer cover Floppy Drive Replacing the CD/DVD Drive Adding a Second CD/DVD Drive Replace the front panel Replace the computer coverReplacing the Microprocessor Removing the MicroprocessorInstalling the Microprocessor Replacing the System Board Removing the System BoardInstalling the System Board Remove the computer cover Remove the floppy driveRemove the microprocessor heat sink Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyRemoving the Power Supply Replace the floppy drive Replace the computer coverReplacing the Battery Replacing the Computer CoverBack to Contents Floppy drive problems Solving ProblemsBattery Problems Drive Problems Finding Help InformationProblems writing to a CD-RW drive Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsCD drive problems DVD drive problemsComputer stops responding Error MessagesGeneral Problems Program stops respondingProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Other software problemsOther technical problems General hardware problems Solid blue screen appearsKeyboard Problems Mouse ProblemsNetwork Problems Power Problems Printer ProblemsNo sound from headphones Scanner ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakersIf the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsAdjust the Windows display settings If the screen is difficult to readTechnical Specifications Audio PowerVideo Controls and LightsOverview System Setup ProgramEntering the System Setup Program Main ScreenAdvanced Screen Option FunctionPeripheral Configuration Submenu IDE Configuration SubmenuDescribed in IDE Primary Master Submenu IDE Primary Master Submenu Diskette Configuration SubmenuEvent Log Configuration Submenu ModePower Screen Security ScreenBoot Screen Last StateClearing Forgotten Passwords Exit ScreenShut down the computer Clearing Cmos Internal View System Board Connectors and Sockets Technical OverviewDC Power Connectors P2, P3, P5, and P6 Power Supply DC Connector Pin AssignmentsDC Power Connector P1 DC Power Connector P7DC Power Connector P8 Back View Controls and LightsFront View Front View Back ViewBack to Contents Hints, Notices, and Cautions
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