Dell G884D manual Reinstalling Windows Vista

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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.

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

2Insert the Operating System media.

3Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears.

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.

7Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

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Contents Dell XPS Quick Reference Guide Macrovision Product Notice Contents Lockups and Software Problems Starting Dell Diagnostics FromReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Automated Order-Status Service Technical Support and Customer ServiceReturning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Contents Front View of the Computer About Your ComputerAbout Your Computer Back View of the Computer Front Panel Connectors Back Panel ConnectorsAbout Your Computer Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure Setting Up Your ComputerSafety Instructions Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTransferring Information to a New Computer Processor SpecificationsSpecifications MemoryConnector data width ConnectorsConnector size ConnectorDrives Network adapterConnectors Audio Serial ATA Ieee 1394 FirewireESATA FlexBayControls and Lights Power buttonPower light Hard-drive activity lightPhysical PowerWattage EnvironmentalGrms Understanding Intel SpeedStep Technology Optimizing for Greater PerformanceOptimizing for Greater Performance Optimizing for Greater Performance Troubleshooting TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Tools Beep CodesType into your computer see the Service Continue until you have identified a faultyError Code Description Suggested Remedy RepetitiveIf the problem persists, contact Dell see Contacting Dell on Code DescriptionSystem Messages Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionMessage Possible Cause Message Possible Cause Dell Diagnostics When to Use Dell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveInsert the Drivers and Utilities media Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Option FunctionYour computer Solving Problems Power ProblemsMemory Problems Lockups and Software Problems Computer does not start upSolid blue screen appears Reinstalling Your Operating System Reinstalling Your Operating SystemWhat Is a Driver? DriversReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Identifying DriversUsing the Drivers and Utilities media Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows System Restore Using Dell Factory Image Restore Using the Operating System Media Before you BeginReinstalling Windows Vista Finding Information Terms and Conditions U.S. only Using and maintaining devicesDell Technology Guide About your operating system Obtaining Assistance Getting HelpGetting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Online ServicesAutomated Order-Status Service Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Product InformationReturning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You CallPage Contacting Dell Index IndexIndex Index Index