I have found a solution using the DVD. When I got to the "Where Do you want to install" screen. I deleted: Disk 0 Partition 4 1MB  and it then allowed me to continue the install on Parition 3. 
Hello All, I have done extensive searching and trying of solutions but hitting a brick wall!  I am going to try to be as imformative as I can be about actions taken and hopefully someone will come up with something that I might have missed: Problem:  I am trying to reinstall i computer (DELL Vostro 410) to original factory settings but cannot get it to work. Initial Attempts: 1.  Attempt to install from recovery partition:  F8 > Selected Repair Your Compuer, I am then taken to a login windows that says 'Other User' and I cannot login with any of my accounts.  I have attempted to create new admin accounts but still cannot get past this screen. 2. Attempt to install from DVD (Originals supplied by dell):  Select Language > Install > Acces Terms > Custome - Advanced > Where do you want to install!  This is where the problem appears.  I am seeing 3 primary partitions as follows: Disk 0 Pertition 2 RECOVERY 10GB Disk 0 Partition 3 OS 288GB Disk 0 Partition 4 1MB  When I select Partition 3 I get the following error "windows is unable to find a system volume that meets its criteria for installation". However this is the partition that the OS currently resides. I have tried changing BIOS Boot order as suggested by microsoft: [URL] I have tried removing all boot devices less for HDD. (little extra attempt based on microsoft kb above) I have tried installing from command line as per: [URL]  Any Suggestions?  thanks
Cannot reinstall Vista