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Answer» I have a vostro 1000 laptop computer. How do I restore it without the disk? It has Windows XP installed.I think you mean reinstall the OS, not restore.
If it is a OEM machine the System Recovery is built in,
but it is not OEM then you will need a diskFirst, backup any "data" you need to save.
Go to the Dell website for that make and model laptop and get the documentation. TRY http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/vos1000/en/index.htm
Get the "owner's manual". Find section "Troubleshooting -> Restoring Your Microsoft Windows XP OPERATING System". There are three recovery options listed:
o Windows System Restore
o Dell PC Restore
o Using the Operating System MEDIA (discs)
The correct system startup procedures to invoke "Dell PC Restore" are listed in the document. I'd tell you what it SAYS, but you really should read and understand what the consequences could be.If this is related to the problem in the other thread, follow the instructions there.
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