Dell JK523 manual Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP, Before You Begin

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5Click Next.

The Restoration Complete screen appears after System Restore finishes collecting data and then the computer restarts.

6After the computer restarts, click OK.

To change the restore point, you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you can undo the restoration.

Undoing the Last System Restore

NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

1Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore.

2Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.

3Click Next.

The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts.

4After the computer restarts, click OK.

Enabling System Restore

If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. To verify that System Restore is enabled:

1Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

2Click Performance and Maintenance.

3Click System.

4Click the System Restore tab.

5Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked.

Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP

Before You Begin

NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view in Windows XP Home Edition, so the steps will differ if you set your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view or are using Windows XP Professional.

If you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback.

1Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

2Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance.

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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 Quick Reference GuideSeptember JK523 Contents Contents Finding Information Desktop System Software DSSSupport.dell.com User’s Guide is also available on the optional Drivers Dell Support Website support.dell.com Segment, and enter your Service TagClick the topic that describes your problem What Are You Looking For? Find It HereSetting Up Your Computer Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Mini Tower Computer Front View System ViewsSteady green The computer is in a normal operating state Power button. Instead, perform an operating system shutdownBlinking green The computer is in a power-saving mode No light The computer is turned offMini Tower Computer Back View Cover release latchPadlock ring Address. For more information, see your online User’s Guide Mini Tower Computer Back-Panel ConnectorsParallel connector PositionVideo connector ConnectorLine-in connector Line-out connectorShutdown Desktop Computer Front ViewDesktop Computer Back View Desktop Computer Back-Panel Connectors Removing the Computer Cover Before Working Inside Your Computer Before You BeginMini Tower Computer Security cable slot Cover release latch Padlock ring Desktop Computer Inside Your Computer System Board Components Mini Tower Computer Quick Reference Guide Jumper SettingsJumpered Desktop ComputerJumper DescriptionSystem Board Components Desktop Computer Quick Reference Guide Jumper Setting Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsInsert the Drivers and Utilities CD Tab Function Option FunctionPower Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution System LightsSee your online User’s Guide Light Pattern Problem Description Diagnostic LightsIf available, install properly working Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionInstalled, reinstall it and restart Without errorEnsure that the cables are properly Ensure that no special memoryVerify that the memory modules that Your computerCode Cause Beep CodesResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreBefore You Begin Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPReinstalling Windows XP Quick Reference Guide When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next Using the Drivers and Utilities CDIndex Problems. See troubleshootingIndex
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