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Chapter 10: Restoring Software
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Reinstalling Windows
If your computer is not working correctly, try the following options to correct
the problem:
■
Troubleshooting. For more information, see
■
Reinstalling device drivers. For more information, see
If the options above do not correct the problem, you can use the Restoration
CDs to reinstall Windows and other software.
The Restoration CDs step you through reinstalling Windows XP. If you are
reinstalling Windows XP, the Restoration CDs automatically reinstall the
hardware device drivers and some programs as well. You can install any
remaining programs by using the program CDs that came with your computer.
To reinstall your programs, follow the instructions in
.
To reinstall Windows XP and the device drivers:
1
Insert the red Drivers CD into the CD or DVD drive.
2
Restart your computer.
3
Select
2. Boot from CD-ROM
.
4
Select a language option.
Important
If you are prompted for your Windows product key when
you reinstall Windows, you can find the key on the
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label located on the
back or side of your computer case. For more information,
see
“Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity” on page 6
Caution
Back up your personal files before you use this option.
All files on your computer will be deleted!
Summary of Contents for 710X
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Page 38: ...30 Chapter 3 Getting Help www gateway com...
Page 62: ...54 Chapter 4 Windows Basics www gateway com...
Page 72: ...64 Chapter 5 Using the Internet www gateway com...
Page 84: ...76 Chapter 7 Sending and Receiving Faxes www gateway com...
Page 117: ...109 Creating CDs and DVDs www gateway com The screen you use to add files opens...
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Page 186: ...178 Chapter 9 Maintaining Your Computer www gateway com...
Page 252: ...244 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting www gateway com...
Page 262: ...254 Appendix A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information www gateway com...
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