Gateway M275X User Guide - Page 259
To reinstall Windows XP and the device drivers, Gateway, Windows XP Pro Tablet PC DVD
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Reinstalling Windows 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. 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. To reinstall Windows XP and the device drivers: Caution Back up your personal files before you use this option. All files on your convertible tablet PC will be deleted! 1 Insert the Gateway Windows XP Pro Tablet PC DVD into the DVD or DVD/CD-RW drive. 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. 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. www.gateway.com 249