Troubleshooting 101
Reinstalling Windows XP
If the Windows XP does not operate properly due to an error in the system, or if you
have replaced the hard disk drive, you can reinstall Windows XP using the system
recovery CD.
With the system recovery CD, you can reinstall Windows XP only. To return
the system to the state of shipment, reinstall the device drivers and programs
with the system software CD after reinstalling Windows XP with the system
recovery CD.
Reinstalling Window may delete the data on the hard disk drive such as files,
programs, etc. In order to minimize damage from data loss, please remember
to always back up data. Samsung Electronics is not liable in the case of data
loss, please consult your warranty statement for clarification.
Reinstalling Windows
1.
Insert the system recovery CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2.
In the initial screen, click
Standard installation
. (Installation with the standard
installation option is recommended. The standard installation does not require
steps 5 and 7.)
•
Standard installation
: Installs Windows preserving the data saved on the hard
disk drive. However, since personal data that is in the Windows folder may be
deleted, please backup personal data.
•
Custom installation
: Enables Windows installation after partitioning or
formatting the hard disk drive. Note that all data on the hard disk drives may be
deleted depending on your configuration.