CAUTION: Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and
reformats the hard drive. All files that you have created and any software that you have installed on
the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process helps
you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities.
To initiate recovery using a Windows 7 operating system DVD:
NOTE: This process takes several minutes.
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Restart the computer, and then insert the Windows 7 operating system DVD into the optical
drive before the Windows operating system loads.
3. When prompted, press any keyboard key.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Click Next.
6. Select Repair your computer.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions.
After the repair is completed:
1. Eject the Windows 7 operating system DVD and then insert the
Driver Recovery
DVD.
2. Install the Hardware Enabling Drivers first, and then install Recommended Applications.
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