Windows XP Repair Installation
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Windows XP Repair Installation |
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| Sometimes the only way to repair XP is to reinstall. You do not have to wipe your partition and start over. Just as with previous versions of Windows you can install over top of an existing setup. This has the advantage of retaining your installed applications, data and settings. It is always prudent to backup important data before you make changes to XP. | 1) Boot with the Windows XP CD and at the Setup Screen press the Enter Key |
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| 2) You will be taken to the Windows XP Licensing Agreement. After reading the agreement press F8 to proceed |
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| 3) The next screen gives you the option to do a fresh (clean) install or to "Repair the selected Windows XP installation." Press "R". |
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| 4) Windows XP will copy the necessary files to your Hard Drive to begin the installation and will then reboot. You will see the message that informs you to "Press any key to boot the CD". Do not press any keys this time just wait a few seconds and the Windows Startup Screen will be displayed. Following this you will be greeted by the Windows XP Setup Screens. |
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| 5) When Setup has completed you should find all of your previously installed applications and settings are intact.. |