Dell KYX1Y, 9000 Reinstalling Windows Vista, Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears

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Reinstalling Windows Vista®

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 SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE July 2009 P/N KYX1Y Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Before Setting Up Your Computer Connect the Display Connect Using the VGA ConnectorConnect Using the DisplayPort Connector Connect Using the DVI ConnectorConnect Using the Hdmi Connector Connect the Keyboard Mouse Connect the Network Cable Optional Connect the Power Cable Vista Press the Power ButtonClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalClick Start → Control Panel Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionOptical drive bay Can contain an Using Your Studio XPS DesktopFront View Features 12 13Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Headphone connector Connects to headphones Power supply light Indicates power Back panel connectors Plug USBPower connector Connects to Back Panel Connectors ESATA connector Connects to external Sata storage devices Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Customizing the Desktop Customizing Your Energy SettingsIf the User Account Control window appears, click Continue Transferring Information to a New ComputerBacking Up Your Data Remove a Category or Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Add an IconSupport.dell.com Solving ProblemsBeep Codes Wireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections Power ProblemsSolving Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems Click End Task Lockups and Software ProblemsIf a program stops responding End the program Click ApplicationsStart menu If you have other software problemsAbout Your System System Using Support ToolsDell Support Center System Messages Using Support Tools Click Start → Help and Support Dell DiagnosticsHardware Troubleshooter If PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Dell Factory Image Restore Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Performing Dell Factory Image RestoreBefore you Begin Operating System ReinstallationClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer ServiceMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Online ServicesDell Support websites Dell Support e-mail addressesProduct Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting Help Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See See If you need toDrives SpecificationsComputer Model ProcessorComputer Information MemoryCommunication External connectorsVideo AudioComputer Environment PowerAltitude maximum Macrovision Product Notice AppendixIndex Index Index Back connectors 21 front connectors 17 Page Page 0KYX1YA00