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Dell 1501 owner manual Reinstalling Windows XP

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NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that were installed during assembly of the computer. Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to load any required drivers. Depending on the region from where you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the CDs, the Drivers and Utilities CD and Operating System CD may not ship with your computer.

Reinstalling Windows XP

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.

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

NOTICE: To prevent conflicts with Windows XP, disable any virus protection software installed on your computer before you reinstall Windows XP. See the documentation that came with the software for instructions.

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

2Insert the Operating System CD. Click Exit if the Install Windows XP message appears.

3Restart the computer.

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>.

6 When the Press any key to boot from CD message appears, press any key.

7When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press <Enter>.

8Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the reinstallation.

9When the operating system reinstallation completes, reinstall drivers and application programs as necessary. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 80.

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Dell 1501 owner manual Reinstalling Windows XP

Contents

Model PP23LA Owner’s ManualDell Inspiron August Notes, Notices, and CautionsAbbreviations and Acronyms P/N HN926Contents 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft WindowsSound and Speaker Problems Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Contents Glossary IndexContents Dell Product Information Guide Finding InformationDrivers and Utilities CD also known as ResourceCD These labels are located on the bottom of your computer Setup DiagramService Tag and Microsoft Windows License Dell Support Website - support.dell.com Windows Help and Support CenterOperating System CD Determining Your Computer’s Configuration About Your ComputerFront View Solid green The battery is charging T O U C H P A D - Provides the functionality of a mouse. Silk screening on the touch pad indicates scrolling capabilities The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following Left Side View Right Side View USB C O N N E C T O R S Back ViewA U D I O C O N N E C T O R S Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor Bottom View About Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP 5 Click Next Transferring Information to a New ComputerE-mail messages Toolbar settings Window sizes Internet bookmarks Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer Create a Wizard Disk Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Power Protection Devices Surge ProtectorsUninterruptible Power Supplies Line ConditionersSetting Up Your Computer Switching the Video Image Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness Setting Display ResolutionIf the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at one time. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible. To view the rest of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to pan up, down, left, and right Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric KeypadKey Combinations BatteryPower Management System FunctionsMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Adjusting Keyboard SettingsSpeaker Functions Touch Pad Customizing the Touch PadUsing a Battery Battery PerformanceCharge Gauge Checking the Battery ChargeMicrosoft Windows Power Meter Power Management Modes Conserving Battery PowerLow-Battery Warning Configuring Power Management Settings Charging the Battery Replacing the BatteryStoring a Battery Using Multimedia Playing a CD or DVDCopying CDs and DVDs Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the Picture How to Copy a CD or DVD Using Blank CDs and DVDsHelpful Tips ExpressCards Using CardsInstalling an ExpressCard ExpressCard BlanksRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Installing a Media Memory Card Media Memory CardsRemoving a Media Memory Card Setting Up a Network Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband ModemChecking Your Wireless Network Card Network Setup WizardWireless Local Area Network WLAN What You Need to Establish a WLAN ConnectionSetting Up a New WLAN Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card2 Double-click Network Connections 2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System GuidesSetting Up a Network Security Cable Lock PasswordsSecuring Your Computer Computer Tracking Software If Your Computer Is Lost or StolenSolving Problems Dell DiagnosticsDuring the assessment, answer any questions that appear Extended Test Drive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsIf you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray E-Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsHard drive problems If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding soundError Messages characters in filenames Page M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - A memory module may be the Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed ExpressCard ProblemsKeyboard Problems manufacturerExternal Keyboard problems Unexpected charactersThe computer stops responding Lockups and Software ProblemsThe computer does not start up A program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyMemory Problems Other software problemsNetwork Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your ComputerNo sound from integrated speakers Scanner ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems No sound from external speakersTouch Pad or Mouse Problems No sound from headphonesIf the display is difficult to read Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank If only part of the display is readable What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying DriversReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities To start the Hardware TroubleshooterUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemTo change the restore point, you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you can undo the restoration Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Using the Operating System CD Reinstalling Windows XP Recommended Tools Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Turning Off Your Computer3 Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer Before Working Inside Your Computer2 Turn off your computer. See Turning Off Your Computer on page 6 Press the power button to ground the system board 1 Turn the computer over 2 Remove the optical-drive security screw Optical DriveHard Drive 4 Slide the drive out of the bay1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page Memory Returning a Hard Drive to Dell3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module Modem 3 Remove the existing modem scribe Hinge Coverhinge cover 2 Open the display 3 Remove the hinge cover. See Hinge Cover on page Keyboard1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page 4 Remove the keyboardWireless Mini-Card a Disconnect the two antenna cables from the Mini-Card Mini-Card 5 Install the replacement Mini-Card1 system board connector metal securing tabsAdding and Replacing Parts Coin-Cell Battery Display 8 Lift the display up and away from the computer Adding and Replacing Parts Packing the Computer Traveling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Travel Tips Traveling by AirContacting Dell support.dell.com supportCountry City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City toll-free 1-800-326-6061 or Country City Country City Country City 800 300 410 or 800 300 411 or Country City Country City Country City Country City Printers, and Projectors for Relationship or toll-freeCountry City Contacting Dell Processor SpecificationsSpecifications System Information3-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader Ports and ConnectorsSpecifications MemoryVideo SpecificationsCommunications AudioSpecifications DisplayKeyboard BatterySpecifications Touch PadAC Adapter Battery continuedSpecifications Environmental SpecificationsPhysical Specifications Appendix Using the System Setup ProgramEntering System Setup Commonly Used Options Changing the Boot SequenceDiskette Drive Internal HDD USB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive Touch Pad Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Display Floppy DriveCDs and DVDs Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only FCC Class B FCC Notice U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Model number Product nameDell Inspiron PP23LAAppendix Glossary Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Glossary Index NumbersSee also hard drive See also optical drive Page Page Page Index