Reinstalling Software | Dell X001C specs

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

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 <F12> 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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Dell Precision M4400 Setup and Quick Reference Guide Macrovision Product Notice Contents Technical Support and Customer Service Troubleshooting Software and HardwareLockups and Software Problems Dell Technical Update Service Automated Order-Status Service Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Contents About Your Computer Front View Power button Keyboard Volume control buttonsUSB connectors Audio line-out Docking alignment mark Battery Air vents Video connector USB connector ESATA/USB connectorAC adapter connector Back View Battery Removal Wireless Switch and Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator Wireless switch icon Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator icon About Your Computer Quick Setup Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Internet service Cable or DSL modem Wireless router Laptop with wireless connection Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet Connection Transferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft Windows XP Operating System Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Microsoft Windows Vista Setting Up Your Computer Specifications Ports and Connectors Memory Communications WI-MAX Video Audio Wuxga Ccfl /RGBLED Keyboard Touch Pad AC Adapter Physical Environmental Grms Specifications Power light behavior Indication TroubleshootingPower Lights Troubleshooting Code Description Suggested Remedy Repetitive Beep CodesManual at support.dell.com Support.dell.com Error MessagesCode Description At support.dell.com T a Error The hard drive cannot read the data Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Windows XP System Messages Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems Dell Diagnostics Insert the Drivers and Utilities media Troubleshooting Tips Power Problems Troubleshooting Memory Problems Lockups and Software Problems D T H E P R O G R a M Dell Technical Update Service Dell Support Utility Icon on the taskbar or from Troubleshooting Drivers Reinstalling SoftwareReinstalling Software Identifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Reinstalling Software Using Microsoft Windows System Restore Restoring Your Operating System Starting System Restore Using Dell Factory Image Restore Using the Dell Operating System Media Before you Begin Reinstalling Software Obtaining Assistance Getting HelpGetting Help Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnect Online Services AutoTech Service Problems With Your OrderAutomated Order-Status Service Getting Help Before You Call Diagnostics Checklist Contacting Dell Getting Help Finding Information How to configure system settings Safety instructionsHow to remove and replace parts Using and maintaining devices Index Index Reinstalling, 67 System Restore Index Setting up Internet connection, 16 System Restore