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    Trying to reformat my XPS M1530

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by polcat, Dec 24, 2008.

  1. polcat

    polcat Newbie

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    I am trying to reformat my XPS M1530 because it's that time. So i used this iso http://neosmart.net/blog/2008/windows-vista-recovery-disc-download/ . Everytime after I enter my vista key this error pops up. Windows cannot open the required file D:\Sources\Install.wim. Make sure all files required for installation are available, and restart the installation. Error code: 0x80070002. Any help would be great. Thanks
     
    polcat, Dec 24, 2008
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  2. FearTheTerp

    FearTheTerp Notebook Consultant

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    The torrent is probably corrupted so the iso is bad. Try using a real Dell recovery disk, call them and hollar for a new DVD
     
    FearTheTerp, Dec 24, 2008
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  3. Hirohata

    Hirohata GBF Danchou

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    I thought the M1530 came with a Dell reinstallation disc? Mine does. Didn't even need to enter the Vista key everytime I reinstall it, even on a new HDD.
     
    Hirohata, Dec 24, 2008
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    vinumsv MobileFreak™

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    Yea , it should have :rolleyes: but if you have misplaces it then give Dell a call they would be happy to send you one :D
     
    vinumsv, Dec 24, 2008
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  5. Mercellus

    Mercellus Notebook Geek

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    That "recovery" disk is not meant for reformatting your computer and re-installing Windows, you must use either a retail disc or the Windows Vista disc that shipped with your Dell XPS M1530 to re-install Windows.

    It states this on the NeoSmart website as well (emphasis mine):

    If you can't find your Windows Vista disc that shipped with your computer, call Dell technical support and kindly ask them for one, they will gladly ship one out to you.
     
    Mercellus, Dec 24, 2008
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