Setting Up Your Computer - Dell Latitude ND492 Quick Reference Manual

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• How to use Windows XP
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Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell
QuickSet
• How to reinstall my operating system

Setting Up Your Computer

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
1 Unpack the accessories box.
2 Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you will need to complete the setup of your
computer.
The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such
as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you have ordered.
Find It Here
Windows Help and Support Center
→
1
Click Start Help and Support.
2
Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and
click the arrow icon.
3
Click the topic that describes your problem.
4
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Dell QuickSet Help
To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the
®
in the Microsoft Windows
Operating System CD
NOTE:
The Operating System CD may be optional and may
not ship with your computer.
The operating system is already installed on your computer.
To reinstall your operating system, use the optional
Operating System CD.
®
taskbar.
After you reinstall your
operating system, use the
Drivers and Utilities CD
(ResourceCD) to reinstall
drivers for the devices that
came with your computer.
NOTE:
The color of your CD
varies based on the
operating system you
ordered.
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