Dell Dimension T2310 Owner's Manual

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Advanced Troubleshooting 57Using the ResourceCDIf using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore (see page 57) does not resolve the problem, thenreinstall the driver from the ResourceCD.1 With the Windows desktop displayed, insert the ResourceCD.If this is your first time to use the ResourceCD, go to step 2. If not, go to step 5.2 When the ResourceCD installation program starts, follow the prompts on the screen.3 When the InstallShield Wizard Complete window appears, remove the ResourceCD andclick Finish to restart the computer.4 When you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the ResourceCD.5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next.NOTE: The ResourceCD displays drivers only for hardware that came installed in your computer. If youinstalled additional hardware, the drivers for the new hardware might not be displayed by theResourceCD. If those drivers are not displayed, exit the ResourceCD program. For drivers information,see the documentation that came with the device.A message stating that the ResourceCD is detecting hardware in your computer appears.The drivers that are used by your computer are automatically displayed in the My Drivers—The ResourceCD has identified these components in your system window.6 Click the driver that you want to reinstall and follow the instructions on the screen.If a particular driver is not listed, then that driver is not required by your operating system.Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System RestoreThe Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return yourcomputer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware,software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. See theWindows Help and Support Center for information on using System Restore. To access help, seepage 14.NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files orrecover them.Creating a Restore Point1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support.2 Click System Restore.3 Follow the instructions on the screen.T2310bk2.book Page 57 Thursday, February 5, 2004 10:00 AM