In order to get rid of the problem by reinstalling Windows, you would have to do a clean reinstall. This means reformatting the drive, which will erase everything on the drive. So, backup any files you want to keep. See the following:
I wouldn't take out the firewire card. But I do recommend disconnecting any USB devices before performing the reintall, and not connecting to the internet until you have installed and enabled the Windows firewall.
volcano11
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In order to get rid of the problem by reinstalling Windows, you would have to do a clean reinstall. This means reformatting the drive, which will erase everything on the drive. So, backup any files you want to keep. See the following:
http://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/kb/en/document?c=us&cs=19&DN=1072630&type=SRG&l=en&s=dhs
http://www.djdenham.com/Install%20Procedures.htm
Steve
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volcano11
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August 16th, 2004 23:00
I wouldn't take out the firewire card. But I do recommend disconnecting any USB devices before performing the reintall, and not connecting to the internet until you have installed and enabled the Windows firewall.
Steve
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August 17th, 2004 01:00