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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.

NOTICE: Do not press any key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from the CD.

6When the Regional and Language Options screen appears, select the settings for your location and click Next.

7Enter your name and organization (optional) in the Personalize Your Software screen, and click Next.

8At the Computer Name and Administrator Password window, enter a name for your computer (or accept the one provided) and a password, and click Next.

9If the Modem Dialing Information screen appears, enter the requested information and click Next.

10Enter the date, time, and time zone in the Date and Time Settings window, and click Next.

11If the Networking Settings screen appears, click Typical and click Next.

12If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional and you are prompted to provide further information regarding your network configuration, enter your selections. If you are unsure of your settings, accept the default selections.

Windows XP installs the operating system components and configures the computer. The computer automatically restarts.

NOTICE: Do not press any key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from

the CD.

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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 Support.dell.com Finding InformationDesktop System Software DSS User’s Guide is also available on the optional Drivers Click the topic that describes your problem Segment, and enter your Service TagWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here Dell Support Website support.dell.comSetting Up Your Computer Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Mini Tower Computer Front View System ViewsBlinking green The computer is in a power-saving mode Power button. Instead, perform an operating system shutdownNo light The computer is turned off Steady green The computer is in a normal operating statePadlock ring Mini Tower Computer Back ViewCover release latch Parallel connector Mini Tower Computer Back-Panel ConnectorsPosition Address. For more information, see your online User’s GuideLine-in connector ConnectorLine-out connector Video 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 SettingsJumper Desktop ComputerDescription JumperedSystem Board Components Desktop Computer Quick Reference Guide Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Jumper SettingInsert the Drivers and Utilities CD Tab Function Option FunctionSee your online User’s Guide Power Light Problem Description Suggested ResolutionSystem Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Diagnostic LightsInstalled, reinstall it and restart Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionWithout error If available, install properly workingVerify that the memory modules that Ensure that no special memoryYour computer Ensure that the cables are properlyCode 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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