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Reinstalling Windows
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Select
1. Delete all files (Automated Fdisk/Format)
.
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Select
1. Continue deleting all files and restart
.
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When prompted, press any key to continue.
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Select
2. Boot from CD-ROM
.
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Select a language option.
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Select
2. Automated installation of Windows (XP or 2000)
.
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When prompted, remove the red Drivers CD and insert the blue Operating
System CD into the CD, DVD, or recordable drive, then press any key to
continue.
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When prompted, accept the License Agreement by pressing Y .
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Wait while the setup program copies files to your hard drive. When your
computer restarts, do NOT press any key to boot from CD.
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When prompted, insert the red Drivers CD, then click
Continue
.
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When prompted, insert the yellow Applications CD(s), then click
Continue
.
The Gateway Application Loader automatically installs your drivers and
programs. Your computer restarts several times during this process. Do
not
press any keys or buttons during this process unless prompted to do so.
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When the Gateway Application Loader has finished, go to the Windows
desktop by clicking
OK
.
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Install additional programs by following the instructions in “To reinstall
programs from the Applications CD(s):” on page 214.
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Install other software, such as Microsoft Works Suite and gaming software,
by following the instructions in “To reinstall Works Suite (including Word),
games, or other programs from a CD:” on page 215.