Dell DTN4T Reinstalling Microsoft Windows, Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears

Reinstalling Microsoft Windows

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.

Restoring Your Operating System

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

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.

53