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Reinstalling software
If you know which application (program) or device driver is causing problems, you can fi x it by
using the recovery discs you created.
1 Click
Start
,
All Programs
,
System
Recovery
, then click
Application &
Driver Recovery
.
2 Click the driver or application you want
to install, then click
Next
. When the
installation is fi nished, click
Yes
to install
more drivers or applications, or click
Quit
to exit.
Reinstalling the operating system
A backup copy of your hard drive’s original factory-installed contents is saved on a hidden area
of your hard drive. If you need to restore your computer to its original factory settings, you can
recover from your hard drive.
1 Get the operating system disc that came with your computer and have it ready.
2 Turn on or restart your computer, then press the
F11
key on your keyboard while your
computer is starting.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions and insert the operating system disc when prompted.
back to basics
For more information on system recovery, see “Recovering Your System” in your online user guide.
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