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Software Updates and Recovery Reinstalling Applications Applications preinstalled or preloaded on your computer can be reinstalled by using the Recovery disc or a third-party software disc. ✎ In most cases, the applications preloaded on your computer, such as those available in the Software Setup Utility, can be reinstalled from your hard drive. To access the Software Setup Utility, select Start > All Programs > Software Setup. The application reinstallation process replaces corrupted system files within the application and reinstalls deleted system files within the application. ■ In most cases: If the application you are reinstalling is still installed on your computer, the reinstallation process does not affect your settings within the application. ■ In all cases: If an application has been deleted from your computer, the reinstallation process reinstalls the application or utility to the factory image but cannot restore your personal settings. Reinstalling Applications from the Hard Drive To reinstall a preloaded application or utility from your hard drive: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup, and then follow the instructions on the screen. 2. When you are prompted to select the software you want to reinstall, select or clear the appropriate check boxes. Maintenance and Service Guide 3-11