Dell Inspiron 1750 (Mid 2009) - Manual (Page 4)

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Reinstalling Windows 7
The reinstallation process may take about 1 to
2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the
operating system, you must also reinstall the
device drivers, virus protection program, and other
software.
To reinstall Windows 7:
1 Save and close any open files and exit any open
programs.
2 Insert the Operating System disc.
3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message
appears.
4 Restart the computer.
5 When the DELL logo appears, press
immediately.
NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating
system logo appears, continue to wait until
you see the Microsoft Windows desktop;
then, shut down your computer and try again.
NOTE: The next steps change the boot
sequence for one time only. On the next
start-up, the computer boots according to the
devices specified in the system setup
program.
6 When the boot device list appears, highlight
CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press .
7 Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM.
Follow the instructions on the screen to
complete the installation.
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