4. See the program documentation for installation instructions.

Windows Vista:

1.Click Start Control PanelProgramsPrograms and Features.

2.Select the program you want to remove.

3.Click Uninstall.

4.See the program documentation for installation instructions.

drive letter :\ is not accessible. The device is not ready

The drive cannot read the disk. Insert a disk into the drive and try again.

Insert bootable media

Insert a bootable floppy disk, CD, or DVD.

Non-system disk error

Remove the floppy disk from the floppy drive and restart your computer.

Not enough memory or resources. Close some programs and try again

Close all windows and open the program that you want to use. In some cases, you may have to restart your computer to restore computer resources. If so, run the program that you want to use first.

Operating system not found

Contact Dell Technical Support.

Solving Problems

Follow these tips when troubleshooting your computer:

If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed.

If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is properly connected.

If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. This message may help support personnel diagnose and fix the problem(s).

If an error message occurs in a program, see the program's documentation.

NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view.

Battery Problems

There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Drive Problems

Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Ensure that Microsoft® Windows® Recognizes the drive

Windows XP:

Click Start and click My Computer.

Windows Vista:

Click Start and click Computer.

If the drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software to check for and remove viruses. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from recognizing the drive.

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