Dell 170L manual Reinstalling Windows XP, Booting From the Operating System CD, Windows XP Setup

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Reinstalling Windows XP

NOTICE: You must use Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later when you reinstall Windows XP.

To reinstall Windows XP, perform all the steps in the following sections in the order in which they are listed.

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.

NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling Windows XP. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to do so.

NOTICE: To prevent conflicts with Windows XP, disable any virus protection software installed on your computer before you reinstall Windows XP. See the documentation that came with the software for instructions.

Booting From the Operating System CD

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

2Insert the Operating System CD. Click Exit if Install Windows XP message appears.

3Restart the computer.

4Press <F12> immediately after the DELL™ logo appears.

If the operating system logo appears, wait until you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again.

5Press the arrow keys to select CD-ROM, and press <Enter>.

6When the Press any key to boot from CD message appears, press any key.

Windows XP Setup

1When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press <Enter> to select To set up Windows now.

2Read the information on the Microsoft Windows Licensing Agreement screen, and press <F8> to accept the license agreement.

3If your computer already has Windows XP installed and you want to recover your current Windows XP data, type r to select the repair option, and remove the CD.

4If you want to install a new copy of Windows XP, press <Esc> to select that option.

5Press <Enter> to select the highlighted partition (recommended), and follow the instructions on the screen.

The Windows XP Setup screen appears, and the operating system begins to copy files and install the devices. The computer automatically restarts multiple times.

NOTE: The time required to complete the setup depends on the size of the hard drive and the speed of your computer.

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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 Contents X6741bk0.book Page 4 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 155 PM Finding Information for Your Computer Warranty, and repair information Use the Service Tag toComputer when you Service Code to direct your call when contactingFollow the instructions on the screen Click the topic that describes your problemHow to reinstall my operating system Click the arrow iconFront and Back Views About Your Small Desktop ComputerInside Your Computer System boardPadlock ring CD/DVD drive Floppy drive Hard drive Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand Second drive bay CD or DVD drive activity light Service tagPower button USB 2.0 connectors 2 headphone connector About Your Mini-Tower ComputerX6741bk0.book Page 12 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 155 PM Setting Up Your Computer Network Setup Without CardsSetup With Cards Quick Reference Guide Monitor Small Desktop ComputerMini-tower Computer Setup Without Cards Monitor Keyboard Mouse SpeakersMicrosoft Windows Product Key Power Quick Reference Guide Completed SetupStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuPower Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution System LightsTab Function Guide Diagnostic LightsLight Problem Description Suggested Resolution Pattern Power buttonComputer. If the computer starts normally Reinstall the second moduleIf the problem persists, contact Dell It and restart the computerBeep Codes Code Cause Running the Dell IDE Hard Drive DiagnosticsResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Windows XPWindows Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Creating a Restore PointRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Before You Begin Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore Enabling System RestoreReinstalling Windows XP Booting From the Operating System CDWindows XP Setup When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next Drivers for Your Computer Using the Drivers and Utilities CDX6741bk0.book Page 30 Wednesday, September 22, 2004 155 PM Index IndexPower light Problems beep codes, 22 conflicts
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