Restoring The Windows Xp Operating System - Dell Latitude ATG E6400 Setup And Quick Reference Manual

FILE LOCATION: S:\systems\Roush ATG\QRG\A00\EN\source\software.fm
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.
5 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive,
and then press <Enter>.
6 Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM.
7 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
NOTE:
You cannot reinstall Dell MediaDirect if you voluntarily reformat the hard
drive. You need the installation software to reinstall Dell MediaDirect. See
"Contacting Dell" on page 81.

Restoring the Windows XP Operating System

System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without
affecting data files. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your
operating system and preserving data files.
• Dell PC Restore by Symantec returns your hard drive to the operating state
it was in when you purchased the computer. It permanently deletes all data
on the hard drive and removes any programs installed after you received
the computer. Use Dell PC Restore only if System Restore did not resolve
your operating system problem.
If you received an Operating System disc with your computer, you can use
•
it to restore your operating system. However, using the Operating System
disc also deletes all data on the hard drive. Use the disc only if System
Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.
Using Microsoft Windows System Restore (Windows XP)
The Windows operating system provides System Restore to allow you to
return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data
files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left
the computer in an undesirable operating state. See the Windows Help and
Support Center for information on using System Restore.
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