Reinstalling Software
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Reinstalling 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.
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.
When the DELL logo appears, press <0>
immediately.
NOTE: If you wait too long and the
operating system logo appears,
continue to 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.
5When the boot device list appears, highlight
CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press <Enter>.
6Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM, and
follow the instructions on the screen to
complete the installation.
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