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• How to reinstall my operating system
Operating System Media
The operating system is already installed
on your computer. To reinstall your
operating system, use one of the
following methods:
• Microsoft Windows System Restore
—
Microsoft Windows System Restore
returns your computer to an earlier
operating state without affecting data
files.
• Dell PC Restore — Dell PC Restore
returns your computer to its original
operating state. Dell PC Restore may
not ship with your computer.
• Operating System Installation Media —
If you received operating system media
with your computer, you can use it to
restore your operating system.
For more information, see "Restoring
Your Microsoft® Windows Vista®
Operating System" on page 135.
After you reinstall your operating system,
use the
Drivers and Utilities
media to
reinstall drivers for the devices that came
with your computer.
Your operating system product key label is
located on your computer.
NOTE:
The color of your operating system
installation media varies according to the
operating system you ordered.
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Summary of Contents for Inspiron 1521
Page 1: ...w w w d e l l c o m s u p p o r t d e l l c o m Dell Inspiron 1521 Owner s Manual Model PP22L ...
Page 18: ...18 Finding Information ...
Page 32: ...32 About Your Computer ...
Page 46: ...46 Using the Keyboard and Touchpad ...
Page 54: ...54 Using a Battery ...
Page 82: ...82 Using ExpressCards ...
Page 86: ...86 Using the Memory Card Reader ...
Page 100: ...100 Securing Your Computer ...
Page 161: ...Adding and Replacing Parts 161 1 captive screws 2 2 cover 1 2 ...
Page 168: ...168 Adding and Replacing Parts ...
Page 170: ...170 Dell QuickSet Features ...
Page 180: ...180 Getting Help ...
Page 214: ...214 Glossary ...
Page 222: ...222 Index ...