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Old 02-24-2003, 06:41 AM   #1
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I'm getting ready to install xp(full install) on a new build. I need to know the best way to go about it. Is it best to install on a new hd? Do you need a start up disk to get the puter going? I've had little experience with a full install. What do you think?
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Old 02-24-2003, 07:00 AM   #2
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just put the cd in the drive and have the bios set to boot from cd first and follow the instructions
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Old 02-24-2003, 10:38 AM   #3
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As Bailey says, follow the onscreen instuctions it couldn't be easier
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Old 02-24-2003, 12:02 PM   #4
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With hard drive installed,recognized by bios,etc.let the hard drive reach full operating temp before loading anything on it.(1/2 hour is good)
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Be sure to partition and format the drive before loading the O/S.
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The setup of XP, will prompt you to fdisk and format, no need to bother with other stuff.
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