Dell 8200 Reinstalling Windows XP, Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State

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1.Click the Start button, point to All Programs (Programs in Windows Me)—> Accessories—> System Tools, and then click System Restore.

2.Click Create a restore point.

3.Click Next.

4.Type a name for your new restore point in the Restore point description field.

The present date and time are automatically added to your restore point.

5.Click Create (click Next in Windows Me).

6.Click OK (click Close in Windows Me).

Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State

If problems occur after installing a device driver, first try using Device Driver Rollback. If that is unsuccessful, then use System Restore.

NOTICE: Before restoring the computer to an earlier time, save and close all open files and close all open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

1.Click the Start button, point to All Programs (Programs in

Windows Me)—>Accessories—>System Tools, and then click System Restore.

2.Be sure Restore my computer to an earlier time is selected, and then click Next.

3.Click a calendar date to which you want to restore your computer.

The Select a Restore Point (Choose a Restore Point in Windows Me) screen provides a calendar that allows you to see and select restore points. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in bold.

4.Select a restore point, and then click Next.

If a calendar date has only one restore point, then that restore point is automatically selected. If two or more restore points are available, click the restore point that you want to use.

NOTICE: Save and close all open files and close all open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

5.Click Next (click OK in Windows Me).

The Restoration Complete screen appears (the Restoration in Progress screen in Windows Me) after System Restore completes collecting data, and then the computer automatically restarts.

6.After the computer restarts, click OK.

To change the restore point, you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you can undo the restoration.

Undoing the Last System Restore

NOTICE: Before undoing the last system restore, save and close all open files and close all open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

1.Click the Start button, point to All Programs (Programs in Windows Me)—> Accessories—> System Tools, and then click System Restore.

2.Select Undo my last restoration and click Next.

NOTICE: Save and close all open files and close all open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

3.Click Next (click OK in Windows Me).

4.The System Restore (Undoing Last Restoration in Windows Me) screen appears, and then the computer automatically restarts.

5.After the computer restarts, click OK.

Reinstalling Windows XP

Before reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to correct a problem, try correcting the problem by performing a Windows System Restore.

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

NOTICE: To prevent conflicts with Windows XP, you must disable any virus protection software installed on your computer before you reinstall Windows XP.

1.Insert the Operating System CD into the CD or DVD drive.

Close any program or utility that may start to run after you insert the CD into the drive.

HINT: The CD that you need to place in your CD or DVD drive is titled Operating System.

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Contents Dell Dimension Hints, Notices, and CautionsAbbreviations and Acronyms Diagnostic Codes Diagnostic Code Definition Corrective ActionSystem Codes and Messages Message Possible Cause Corrective Action Post Beep CodesSystem Messages Beep Codes Possible Cause Corrective ActionPost Downloading the Tell Me How Help File and Associated Files DocumentationPrinted Documentation Online DocumentationSafety Instructions When Using Your ComputerAdding Parts Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge When Working Inside Your ComputerReattaching the Front Door and Hinge Arms Shutting Down the ComputerReattaching the Hinge Arms Adding Cards Opening the Computer CoverOpen the computer cover Close the computer cover Removing CardsRdram Overview Adding MemoryShut down the computer Replacing an AGP Card Adding a Second Hard Drive Adding Other Drives Inch Devices Inch Devices Replacing the Microprocessor Open the computer cover Installing the Microprocessor Replacing the Power Supply Removing the Power SupplyRemoving the Front I/O Panel Replacing the Power Supply Dimension 8200 System Board TypesReplacing the System Board Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Closing the Computer CoverALERT! Cover was previously removed Solving Problems Accessing Help FilesPower Problems If the screen is blank Start-Up Error MessagesVideo and Monitor Problems Adjust the Windows display settingsIf you cannot print to a USB printer Sound and Speaker ProblemsPrinter Problems If you cannot print to a parallel port printerControl Panel, double-clickPhone and Modem Options Scanner ProblemsModem Problems Verify that the modem is communicating with WindowsCheck the mouse settings Mouse ProblemsKeyboard Problems Drive ProblemsIf the CD-RW drive stops writing If you have a hard drive problemUnder Error-checking, click Check Now If you cannot play a DVD movieNetwork Problems Microsoft Windows Error MessagesGeneral Program Problems Internet Connection Problems Mail ProblemsResolving Other Technical Problems Click Properties Reinstalling DriversUsing the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click NextResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Windows MeWindows Creating a Restore Point Using System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Reinstalling Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore Click Create a restore pointReinstalling Windows Me Reinstalling Windows Click Next in the Welcome to Windows Me windowClick I accept the Agreement, and then click Next Press Enter again to restart your computer Technical Specifications Controls and Lights PowerAudio2 VideoBack to Contents Overview System Setup ProgramViewing Settings System Setup Program ScreensOption Function PXE BIS Clearing Forgotten PasswordsTechnical Overview Internal View System Board Connectors and SocketsSocketed Microprocessor Power SupplyPin Number Signal name 18-AWG Wire DC Power ConnectorsPin Number Signal Name 22-AWG Wire DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8, and P9 DC Power Connector P7Card Connector Card Description IDE Interface Cable Connections for Dell-Installed DrivesPlacement of Dell-Installed Cards IDE Channel Connector Location Dell Installed DriveFront View Controls and LightsWindows Label Back ViewSerial Connector Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms
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