Gateway M275 Notebook Laptop User Manual


 
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Reinstalling Windows
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If the options above do not correct the problem, you can use the Gateway
Windows XP Pro Tablet PC DVD to reinstall Windows and other software.
The Gateway Windows XP Pro Tablet PC DVD steps you through reinstalling
Windows XP. If you are reinstalling Windows XP, the Gateway Windows XP Pro
Tablet PC DVD automatically reinstalls the hardware device drivers and some
programs as well. You can install any remaining programs by using the program
CDs that came with your convertible tablet PC. To reinstall your programs,
follow the instructions in “Reinstalling programs” on page 246.
To reinstall Windows XP and the device drivers:
1 Insert the Gateway Windows XP Pro Tablet PC DVD into the DVD or
DVD/CD-RW drive.
2 Restart your convertible tablet PC.
3 Select 2. Boot from CD-ROM.
4 Select a language option.
5 Select 1. Delete all files (Automated Fdisk/Format).
6 Select 1. Continue deleting all files and restart.
7 When prompted, press any key to continue.
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
bottom of your convertible tablet PC case. For more
information, see “Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity” on
page 11.
Caution Back up your personal files before you use this option.
All files on your convertible tablet PC will be deleted!
Important If the drive you want to use is not in the modular bay, you
need to swap modules. For more information about
swapping modules, see “Changing modules” on page 110.