Tuesday, March 2, 2010

How to Reformat Your Windows Xp


STEP 1. Configure your computer to start it from the Windows XP CD. You may have to modify your computer’s BIOS settings to start from the CD or DVD drive.

STEP 2. At the Welcome Setup Page, press ENTER.

STEP 3. Press F8 to accept Windows XP Licensing Agreement.

STEP 4. If Windows XP installation is detected, you are prompted to repair it. Press ESC.

STEP 5. Use the ARROW keys to select the partition where you want to install Windows XP, and then press ENTER.

STEP 6. Select the format option you want to use – NTFS file system or FAT file system.

STEP 7. Press ENTER

STEP 8. After Windows setup formats the partition, follow the instructions that appear on the screen to install Windows XP.

STEP 9. When Windows XP installation is done, reinstall all other software you needed such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Reader, Adobe Photoshop, and other applications and software that came with your hardware like printer and scanner.

This works with Windows XP Home and Windows XP Professional.

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