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Trying to Totaly Wipe and reinstall my Dell Optiplex 330
I have a Dell Optiplex 330 that I am attempting a total wipe and reset. I don't care what I loose, or want to restore at all. I have looked online and tried to find directions for this with no luck. They all refer to having a restore point, and my system keeps telling me it won't do it with no back up point.
Can anyone tell me how to do a total system blank and reinstall without having a restore point or back up?
Any help would be appreciated!
theflash1932
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January 13th, 2012 09:00
Boot to your Windows installation disk and follow the prompte to install. Be sure to delete any partitions shown before installing.
That should get you started at least ... if you need more assistance, let us know what OS you are installing.
theflash1932
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January 13th, 2012 10:00
It depends on the version of Windows you are trying to install. Simply deleting it with the option on the screen during "setup" is enough.
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January 13th, 2012 09:00
SamanthaDutcher,
Restoring Your Computer´s Software to the Factory Settings
If Windows 7, did you make the Windows 7 - IMPORTANT Windows 7 Backup Disks to create if yes, then you can Restoring Your Dell Computer to Original Factory Installation with Dell DataSafe Local Backup 2.0
How To Restore or Reinstall Microsoft® Windows® on a Dell™ Computer Just make sure you install the drivers in order. How to Download and Install Drivers in the Correct Order
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January 13th, 2012 09:00
How do I delete a partition? Is it as easy as selecting and deleting? Or do I need to do more? I know this computer has one.
The help really is greatly appreciated!
SamanthaDutcher
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January 13th, 2012 11:00
Thanks! I was able to get the computer up and running! I just need to install all the drivers and them reinstall some programs. I appreciate alll the help!
Philip_Yip
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January 13th, 2012 13:00
Glad you got it working, my wiki a clean install of Windows takes you through the install by step, if you run into any problems feel free to post back.