Dell PP32LA, P168C, PP32LB specifications Reinstalling Software

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NOTE: The 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 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.

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.

5When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press <Enter>.

6Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM, and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

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Contents W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Macrovision Product Notice Contents Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Automated Order-Status Service Contents About Your Computer Front ViewKeyboard Security cable slot USB connectors Back View Battery Removal Wireless Switch Setting Up Your Computer Quick SetupSetting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet Connection Click Start→Internet Explorer→Connect to the InternetTransferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft Windows XP Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows Vista Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the InternetTo transfer data to the new computer To copy data from the old computerNext To copy data from the old computer Microsoft Windows Vista Specifications USB Lvds Wxga WXGA+ Depending on operating conditions and can be Page G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985 Troubleshooting Power LightsTools Beep CodesCode Description Suggested Remedy Repetitive Error Messages T a Error The hard drive cannot read the dataDo not use these characters in filenames Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Click Uninstall System Messages Drive and try againTroubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems Dell Diagnostics Fix a Problem section, click Hardware TroubleshooterStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Click Start→Help and SupportTroubleshooting Power Problems Troubleshooting TipsFollow these tips when troubleshooting your computer Memory Problems Lockups and Software Problems Computer does not start upProgram crashes repeatedly Dell Technical Update Service Dell Support UtilityTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Reinstalling Software DriversIdentifying Drivers Click Properties→Device ManagerReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Returning to a Previous Device Driver VersionProperties Click the Drivers tab→Roll Back Driver Click Start→My Computer→Properties→Hardware→Device ManagerAt the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next You can restore your operating system in the following ways Using Microsoft Windows System RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Starting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreUsing Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image Restore Windows Vista OnlyClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Select Repair Your ComputerUsing the Operating System Media Click Dell Factory Image RestoreReinstalling Software Finding Information Dell Technology Guide About your operating system Getting Help Obtaining AssistanceTechnical Support and Customer Service DellConnect Online ServicesAutoTech Service Problems With Your OrderAutomated Order-Status Service Getting Help Before You Call Page Contacting Dell Getting Help Express Service Code IndexIndex Index Index