Dell P368K, 435MT Reinstalling Windows Vista, Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears

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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.

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

2.Insert the Operating System disc.

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.

System Recovery Options

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.

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 SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE October P368K Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Studio XPS 435MTConnect Using the VGA Connector Connect the DisplayConnect the Video Cable to the Display Connect Using an DVI Connector Connect Using an Hdmi ConnectorConnect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Network Cable OptionalConnect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer Setting Up Your Studio XPS 435MT Connect to the Internet Optional Click Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionSetting Up Your Studio XPS 435MT Front View Features Using Your Studio XPS 435MTUsing Your Studio XPS 435MT Headphone connector Connects to headphonesFlexBay Can contain an optional FlexBay drive Back View Features Back Panel Connectors ESATA Connects to external Sata storage devices Customizing the Desktop Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaBacking Up Your Data Customizing Your Energy SettingsNetwork Problems Solving ProblemsPower Problems Solving Problems If a program stops responding End the program Memory ProblemsLockups and Software Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageIf the computer stops responding Click End TaskStart menu If you have other software problemsDell Support Center Using Support ToolsSystem Messages Using Support ToolsClick Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsInsert the Drivers and Utilities media System Restore System Recovery OptionsClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image RestoreStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreDell Factory Image Restore Before you Begin Operating System ReinstallationClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help Support.dell.com ServiceOnline Services DellConnectFtp.dell.com AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.comGetting Help Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellFinding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeAt support.dell.com Compliance Specifications Computer ModelDrives Expansion Bus MemoryAudio VideoPhysical System Board ConnectorsPower External connectorsComputer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixIndex Index ISP Index
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