Dell Studio XPS Studio XPS 16 Setup Manual page 45

Reinstalling Windows Vista
The reinstallation process can take one to
two hours to complete. After you reinstall the
operating system, you must also reinstall the
device drivers, virus protection program, and
other software.
Save and close any open files and exit any
1.
open programs.
Operating System disc.
2. Insert the
Click Exit if the Install Windows message
3.
appears.
Restart your Studio XPS.
4.
5. 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
desktop; then, shut down your Studio XPS
and try again.
NOTE: The next steps change the boot
sequence for one time only. On the next
start-up, your Studio XPS boots according
to the devices specified in the system setup
program.
6. When the boot device list appears, highlight
CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press <Enter>.
Press any key to
7.
Follow the instructions on the screen to
complete the installation.
Windows
® ®
Restoring Your Operating System
Boot from CD-ROM.
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