does ani one know how to *reset* computers??..like deleting everything n starting over...?

Answer 1

yes u would have to reformat the harddrive
if u need help on doing this u may contact me

Answer 2

Using Windows XP Disk


1. Unplug all USB devices like printers, scanners and palm pilots. If you have several internal cards that you added after you purchased the computer, you may need to remove these as well.

2. With computer running, insert Windows XP Installation CD in drive, ignore the installation screen and restart computer with the CD in the drive. A short message will display “Press Any Key to boot from CD” Press key quickly. .If your computer will not boot from the CD, you may have to go into your bios and change your boot order to boot from CD first. (Check your manual for exact key sequence to enter the bios settings)

3. Windows will now load some setup files and if you need some 3rd party disk drivers such as those required for some SATA drives you will have only a moment to press F6 to do this. Otherwise wait until you see the Welcome to Setup screen. This screen will display your current disk partitions. I would suggest using the ”D” key to delete the current windows partition and then use the “C” key to recreate the partition.

3a. Once you have created the partition or decided to keep the original partitions, Windows will format and start to install windows as well as prompt you for your Code Key for the CD case. This should take about 30 to 60 minutes.

Good Luck

Answer 3

Do a "system recovery" when you are finished, your computer will look just like the day you bought it..

This will clean everything off of your hard drive, so you must back up anything that you want to save. I have done this three times, and I got these instructions, from a computer tech. When starting your computer, tap the F-10 key. click on next-yes-and follow the instructions, that come up on your screen.Do these steps, in order, when finished.
1. set up windows firewall
2. windows update (click express)
3. install your anti-virus program (update)
4. install anti-spyware (update)

Answer 4

Before you do:

Back up all your important data (onto CD or another computer)
Be sure you have all the installation CDs for your operating system and software
If you've paid to download any software, back up the downloaded file

Then reformat the hard disk and reinstall everything, starting with the operating system.

Answer 5

If your computer is a name brand and it didn't come with the operating system CD, you may have a 'restore' function on it. Go to the 'brand' website and they will tell you the system restore key. On dell, it's Ctrl+F11 when the computer boots and you see the Dell Logo. It may be in your paperwork if you are the original owner

Answer 6

use the system recovery disc that came with your computer.

Answer 7

you would need to formatt the hard drive and reinstall your operating system.