Dell U719F specifications Reinstalling Software

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NOTE: Depending on the region from which you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Dell Operating System media may not ship with your computer.

Reinstalling Windows

NOTE: The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete.

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

2Insert the Operating System media.

3If the Install Windows message appears, click Exit.

4Restart the computer, and when the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately.

If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, restart your computer and try again.

5When the boot device list appears, highlight Onboard or USB CD-ROM Drive and press <Enter>.

This selection changes the boot sequence for one time only.

6Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM, and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

7Reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software.

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Contents Dell OptiPlex 360 Setup and Quick Reference Guide August U719F Contents Specifications Mini Tower Technical Support and Customer Service Contents About Your Computer Mini Tower Front ViewMini Tower Back View Mini Tower Back Panel Connectors Desktop Front View Desktop Back View Desktop Back Panel Connectors Setting Up Your Computer Quick SetupSetting Up Your Computer Connect a USB device, such as a keyboard or mouse Connect the network cable Connect the modem Setting Up Your Computer Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure Connect to your networkSetting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTransferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft Windows Vista Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows XP Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Specifications Mini Tower Computer NICPCI USB LOM MHD Equivalent to 51 cm/sec 20 in/sec Specifications Desktop Computer Connectors on back panel to support microphone Expansion Bus Connectors PS/2 Back of computer Link integrity light on Storage Troubleshooting Tips Using the Hardware TroubleshooterPower Problems TipsEnsure that the display is connected and powered on Memory Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsProgram stops responding Dell Technical Update Service Dell Support Utility Dell DiagnosticsTroubleshooting Tips Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesDrivers Identifying DriversReinstalling Software You can restore your operating system in the following ways Restoring Your Operating SystemUsing Microsoft Windows System Restore Using Dell Factory Image RestoreUsing the Operating System Media Reinstalling Software Finding Information Dell Technology Guide About your operating system Getting Help Obtaining AssistanceTechnical Support and Customer Service DellConnect Online ServicesProblems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Getting Help Before You Call Page Contacting Dell Getting Help Index Reinstalling, 49 System Restore Power, 29, 35 processor, 25 Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard