Clean Install XP
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Clean Install XP
Okay I want to clean up my computer. I want to do a clean install of XP Home version, which is the OS I currently use. I have backed up onto CD's everything I want to keep, including drivers etc....
I had done some reading up and still have a few questions. One regarding slipstreaming SP2 into my XP install disk. I have followed the instructions but I am unable to download sp2 completely. Ends up saying file to large or something????
Should I decide just to do it the long way without slipstreaming sp2. Beside backing up everything how exactly do I proceed. I want basically everything that is on my computer to be removed. Do I leave my computer as is and start from a bootable cd? Or do I somehow remove things before? Will I run into a problem with the version of xp I have on the computer now is newer then the version on the cd?
I need the "Clean Install for Dummies" version.
I had done some reading up and still have a few questions. One regarding slipstreaming SP2 into my XP install disk. I have followed the instructions but I am unable to download sp2 completely. Ends up saying file to large or something????
Should I decide just to do it the long way without slipstreaming sp2. Beside backing up everything how exactly do I proceed. I want basically everything that is on my computer to be removed. Do I leave my computer as is and start from a bootable cd? Or do I somehow remove things before? Will I run into a problem with the version of xp I have on the computer now is newer then the version on the cd?
I need the "Clean Install for Dummies" version.
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If you know someone who has already d'loaded SP2 get them to burn a CD for you; it can then be copied to your hard drive to allow you to make the slipstream. Alternatively look for a free SP2 CD on PC magazines covers, might still be some kicking around.
If you can't create a slipstream, for a fresh install of Windows the normal batting order for installation is:
1. Windows XP CD.
2. Chipset/AGP drivers.
3. Latest DirectX.
4. Video drivers.
5. Anti Virus.
6. 3rd party software firewall (if used).
7. Online Windows Critcal Updates (including SP2).
8. Other device driver updates.
9. All other updates.
Make sure you have downloaded all the latest drivers you need and burn them to a CD to use during the install.
The install procedure is very simple. Just put in your original MS XP Home CD and boot from it. During the installation the CD will give you the option to format your drive. Select yes and that will erase all previous data on the drive (hence the need for an offline drivers archive).
Hope this helps.
TOG
If you can't create a slipstream, for a fresh install of Windows the normal batting order for installation is:
1. Windows XP CD.
2. Chipset/AGP drivers.
3. Latest DirectX.
4. Video drivers.
5. Anti Virus.
6. 3rd party software firewall (if used).
7. Online Windows Critcal Updates (including SP2).
8. Other device driver updates.
9. All other updates.
Make sure you have downloaded all the latest drivers you need and burn them to a CD to use during the install.
The install procedure is very simple. Just put in your original MS XP Home CD and boot from it. During the installation the CD will give you the option to format your drive. Select yes and that will erase all previous data on the drive (hence the need for an offline drivers archive).
Hope this helps.
TOG
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1. Windows XP CD. Okay have this
2. Chipset/AGP drivers.
3. Latest DirectX.
4. Video drivers.
Is simply burning my system32\drivers file enough? Everything on my computer is up to date.
5. Anti Virus. Have
6. 3rd party software firewall (if used). Have
7. Online Windows Critcal Updates (including SP2). Okay I have downloaded this but can't find it on my computer to burn unto a cd, any explanation on how to do that?
8. Other device driver updates. Have
9. All other updates. Have
Thanks for your reply!
2. Chipset/AGP drivers.
3. Latest DirectX.
4. Video drivers.
Is simply burning my system32\drivers file enough? Everything on my computer is up to date.
5. Anti Virus. Have
6. 3rd party software firewall (if used). Have
7. Online Windows Critcal Updates (including SP2). Okay I have downloaded this but can't find it on my computer to burn unto a cd, any explanation on how to do that?
8. Other device driver updates. Have
9. All other updates. Have
Thanks for your reply!
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2. Chipset/AGP drivers.
3. Latest DirectX.
4. Video drivers.
Is simply burning my system32\drivers file enough? Everything on my computer is up to date.
3. Latest DirectX.
4. Video drivers.
Is simply burning my system32\drivers file enough? Everything on my computer is up to date.
5. Anti Virus. Have
6. 3rd party software firewall (if used). Have
7. Online Windows Critcal Updates (including SP2). Okay I have downloaded this but can't find it on my computer to burn unto a cd, any explanation on how to do that?
6. 3rd party software firewall (if used). Have
7. Online Windows Critcal Updates (including SP2). Okay I have downloaded this but can't find it on my computer to burn unto a cd, any explanation on how to do that?
For step 7, if you haven't been able to slipstream, run Windows Update online and d'load/install all Critical Update. Will take forever if you are on dial up 56k hence the advantage of slipstream.
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sp2
Okay I did a search for sp2 on my computer, I found lots of stuff but could this file be the one I am looking for:
windows\ServicePackFiles\j386
The size is 21,724 KB
If it isn't tell me the file name to look for.
Any info about the drivers and copying the way I asked above?
Forget that question just read your reply. God now I have to search for the drivers.... What is quickest way to find info and where to download. Sorry for the silly questions folks!!!!
windows\ServicePackFiles\j386
The size is 21,724 KB
If it isn't tell me the file name to look for.
Any info about the drivers and copying the way I asked above?
Forget that question just read your reply. God now I have to search for the drivers.... What is quickest way to find info and where to download. Sorry for the silly questions folks!!!!
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DirectX 9.0c you can d'load from MS.
What's your chipset?
What's your video card?
When you say 'Have' for 5, 6, 8 & 9 I take it you mean the installers (CD or downloaded file). Don't forget during the initial Windows install you will be wiping ALL data off your drive when you format.
What's your chipset?
What's your video card?
When you say 'Have' for 5, 6, 8 & 9 I take it you mean the installers (CD or downloaded file). Don't forget during the initial Windows install you will be wiping ALL data off your drive when you format.
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Thanks a million for the links. So once I have everything drivers, anti virus etc.... on the list I can safely go and do the clean install?
Okay back with another question with the chip driver, what do I download? I just looked at the link and I am soooo confused
"When you say 'Have' for 5, 6, 8 & 9 I take it you mean the installers (CD or downloaded file)." Yes I have the cds
Okay back with another question with the chip driver, what do I download? I just looked at the link and I am soooo confused
"When you say 'Have' for 5, 6, 8 & 9 I take it you mean the installers (CD or downloaded file)." Yes I have the cds
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Pretty well. Final check though before you install. Burn the drivers to a CD. Then check that each of the driver installers setup.exe will run from there - last thing you want is to format your drive and then find you have a duff corrupted burn CD or corrupted driver d'load.
Standby......
Okay back with another question with the chip driver, what do I download? I just looked at the link and I am soooo confused
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Thanks a bunch for all the help!! Yes I have everything burnt to cds, I will check to make sure they work as you advised and then go for it......
Which chip driver on the link do I download?
Which chip driver on the link do I download?
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As a belt and braces check, just download the Intel Chipset ID Utility here and run the program. Post the answer and I'll make double sure you get the right chipset driver.
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Results
Detected; Intel 815 chipset
Memory controller; 82815E/82815EP
I/O controller 82801BA (ICH2)
Intergrated graphics: Not detected or disabled.
have to run away for a bit. I will check your answer when I get back.
Memory controller; 82815E/82815EP
I/O controller 82801BA (ICH2)
Intergrated graphics: Not detected or disabled.
have to run away for a bit. I will check your answer when I get back.
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wink wink,
When you do the install of WinXP, if you install on top of itself and during the install options, you tell WinXP to Leave the File System Intact you will not lose any of your data short of what as in your Windows Directory.
Take Care,
Richard
P.S. I usually point people to this Slipstream Walkthough:
Slipstreaming Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Create Bootable CD
When you do the install of WinXP, if you install on top of itself and during the install options, you tell WinXP to Leave the File System Intact you will not lose any of your data short of what as in your Windows Directory.
Take Care,
Richard
P.S. I usually point people to this Slipstream Walkthough:
Slipstreaming Windows XP Service Pack 2 and Create Bootable CD
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YIPEE!!!
Success!!
Finished! Thanks for walking me through it! Only thing left to do is downloading sp2 which will happen while I sleep tonight.
Wiped out everything, just like having a brand new computer.
Toxteth O'Grady, I owe you one for your help
Bigwings, thanks for your offer
Finished! Thanks for walking me through it! Only thing left to do is downloading sp2 which will happen while I sleep tonight.
Wiped out everything, just like having a brand new computer.
Toxteth O'Grady, I owe you one for your help
Bigwings, thanks for your offer