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flanzig1 · 10-26-2006, 01:59 PM

Before upgrading, make sure he backs up ANY data he wants to save.
Have him look for the 98 disc and any other driver discs for his machine(if no driver discs, list all the components so you can download drivers from the OEMs).
If he doesn't have a 98 OS disc, get an OEM XP Home disc from Newegg.
Fresh install is best.
Should be able to read the USB drive without formatting.

10-26-2006, 01:59 PM	#2
flanzig1 Wrench Bender Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Plymouth,MN Posts: 5,961	Before upgrading, make sure he backs up ANY data he wants to save. Have him look for the 98 disc and any other driver discs for his machine(if no driver discs, list all the components so you can download drivers from the OEMs). If he doesn't have a 98 OS disc, get an OEM XP Home disc from Newegg. Fresh install is best. Should be able to read the USB drive without formatting. __________________ "When sliding down the banister of life; look out for splinters pointing up."