Dell A840, A860 manual Reinstalling Windows

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Reinstalling Software

operating system to the operating state it was in before you installed the new device driver. See "Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore" on page 54.

NOTICE: Before performing the installation, back up all data files on your primary hard drive. For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer.

To reinstall Windows, you need the Dell™ Operating System media and the Dell Drivers and Utilities media.

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

Reinstalling Windows

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.

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

2Insert the Operating System media.

3If the Install Windows message appears, click Exit.

4Restart the computer.

When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately.

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.

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Contents Vostro A840/A860 Setup Quick Reference Guide Macrovision Product Notice Contents Dell Support Center Reinstalling Software Restoring Your Operating SystemFinding Information Obtaining AssistanceIndex Contents About Your Computer Front ViewAttach headphones to the connector Attach a microphone to Right ViewTurns on when the scroll lock function is enabled D E M C O N N E C T O R RJLeft View USB C O N N E C T O R SConnects video devices, such as a monitor Battery Removal To remove the battery Ensure that the computer is turned off About Your Computer Quick Setup Quick SetupConnect the AC adapter to the AC adapter Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionMicrosoft Windows Vista Operating System Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or IsdnTransferring Information to a New Computer Quick Setup Specifications 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB GB capable Memory type DDR2 SodimmVideo Hole connector Ieee Pin mini USBIn-1 combo card connector Connector Cards supportedWireless Internal Wlan and Bluetooth wirelessMicrophone-in connector, stereo Headphones/speakers connectorVideo Vostro A840 Vostro A860 Video type Integrated on system board, hardwareActive area X/Y 303.36 x 344.23 x Dimensions Audio Vostro A840 Vostro A860 Speaker One 4-ohm speaker206 mm 8.11 inches 209.5 mm 8.24 inches 320 mm 12.6 inches 359.3 mm 14.14 inches15/30 Pixel pitch 2373 255 Power Consumption Display Vostro A840 Vostro A860 Viewing angles40/40 Max with no inverter lossesTouch Pad Vostro A840 Vostro A860 240 cpiSize 53.4 mm 2.10 inches40 to 65C -40 to 149F Coin-cell battery CR-2032 To 35C 32 to 95FContinuous Output power 65 W Rated output voltage 137.2 mm 5.4 inches Weight with cables Kg 0.9 lbInput frequency 50-60 Hz Output current +/-1.0 VDC03 kg 4.47 lb 46 kg 5.42 lb AC Adapter Vostro A840Physical Vostro A840 Vostro A860 Height Spectrum that simulates user environment Grms110 G 163 G Airborne containment level G2 or lower as defined byTroubleshooting Error MessagesDo not use these characters in filenames T E N D E D M E M O R Y S I Z E H a SHARD-DISK Drive Controller Failure Y B O a R D C L O C K L I N E F a I L U R E For Troubleshooting Optional ROM has failed. Contact Dell see Contacting Dell on Try again System Messages Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems A.R.T error, possible hard drive failureDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveInsert the Drivers and Utilities media Shut down and restart the computerFollow these tips when troubleshooting your computer Troubleshooting TipsPower Problems Ensure that the display is connected and powered on T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N GMemory Problems Computer stops responding Lockups and Software Problems Computer does not start upRun the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on Solid blue screen appears Program stops respondingProgram crashes repeatedly Dell Support Center Other software problemsDell Technical Update Service Alerts technical support alerts relevant to your computer Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesDrivers Identifying DriversUsing the Drivers and Utilities Media Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back DriverManually Reinstalling Drivers Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows System RestoreYou can restore your operating system in the following ways Using the Operating System Media Click StartClick Next and follow the remaining prompts on the screen Click Undo my last restoration and click NextReinstalling Windows Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Software Document/Media/Label Contents Code Service Tag/ExpressFinding Information Computer Drivers and Utilities MediaCD or DVD that may have Shipped with your computer Support DocumentationThis type of information may Have shipped with yourDocument/Media/Label Contents Dell Technology Guide Available at support.dell.comFinding Information Obtaining Assistance Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist onGetting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Online ServicesAutoTech Service Problems With Your Order Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationRemember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist Before You CallGetting Help Contacting Dell Getting Help Index License label Media Drivers and Utilities Service Tag Setup Power light conditions, 44 program crashes Warranty information Windows License label Windows Vista Program Compatibility wizard WizardsIndex
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