Dell N073F, PP25L Reinstalling Windows Vista, Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears

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Restoring Your Operating System

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 media.

3.Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears.

4.Restart the computer.

5.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.

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.

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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 Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE Model PP25L July N073F Contents Getting Help Restoring Your Operating SystemSetting Up Your Inspiron Laptop InspironCheck the Wireless Switch Using The Wireless SwitchConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Press the Power Button Optional Windows Vista Setup Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up a Wired Internet Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Device Status LightsWiFi status light Turns on when Bluetooth status light Right Side Features Security cable slot Used to attach Left Side Features Front Side Features Computer Base and Keyboard Features Media Controls Display Features 3 4Removing and Replacing Battery Using the Optical Disc Drive Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Customizing the DesktopCustomizing Your Energy Settings Backing Up Your DataSolving Problems Network ProblemsWireless Connections If the network connection is lost Power Problems Wired ConnectionsMemory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageLockups and Software Problems If a program stops responding End the programClick Applications Solving Problems Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterSystem Messages Keyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cableHardware Troubleshooter Click Start → Help and SupportDell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveInsert the Drivers and Utilities media System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreOperating System Reinstallation Before you BeginReinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsGetting Help Service DellConnect Online ServicesSupport.dell.com Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Ftp.dell.comGetting Help Diagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comGetting Help Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications System ModelProcessor Express Card MemoryCommunications VideoAudio IDT STAC9228Display KeyboardBattery TouchpadAC Adapter Physical Computer EnvironmentRelative humidity maximum Index Index Network connection fixing Index Page Page Page Printed on recycled paper Page Page Page Page

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