Reinstalling Windows Xp - Samsung np-q1ex User Manual

Reinstalling Windows XP

You can reinstall Windows using the System Recovery CD when Windows does not
work properly.
 System Recovery CD is optional and may not be provided depending on your
computer model.
 To install Windows, an external-type ODD and a USB keyboard are required.
Connect the external-type ODD and USB keyboard before turning the
computer on. If you connect a USB keyboard during the installation, the
computer will fail to recognize the USB keyboard.
The following descriptions assume that an external ODD and an external USB
keyboard are connected.
 To reinstall Windows when Windows does not boot, refer to
Reinstalling Windows may delete data (files and programs) saved on the hard
disk drive.
Make sure to backup all important data. Samsung Electronics shall not be held liable for
any loss of data.
Running the System Recovery CD
● Preparation
1. Connect an external-type ODD through the USB Port of the computer.
2. Connect the external-type USB keyboard.
3. Turn the computer on to boot up Windows.
Insert the
System Recovery CD
appear automatically.
into the external USB ODD. The start screen will
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