Undoing the Last System Restore
NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.
1Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore.
2Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.
3Click Next.
The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts.
4After the computer restarts, click OK.
Enabling System Restore
If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free
1Click the Start button and click Control Panel.
2Click Performance and Maintenance.
3Click System.
4Click the System Restore tab.
5Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked.
Using the Last Known Good Configuration
1Restart your computer and press <F8> when the message Please select the operating system to start appears.
2Highlight Last Known Good Configuration, press <Enter>, press <l>, and then select your operating system when prompted.
Other Options to Help Resolve Additional Device or Software Conflicts
NOTICE: The following processes erase all of the information on your hard drive.
•Reinstall your operating system using the operating system installation guide and Operating System CD. During the operating system reinstallation, you can select to delete the existing partitions and reformat your hard drive.
•Reinstall all drivers, beginning with the chipset, using the Drivers and Utilities CD.
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