I had to do a clean install of Windows XP Pro on my home computer recently and everything went just fine, but it seems that the computer will not boot up unless the Windows installation CD is the in CD-Rom drive. Nothing has changed with my computer hardware wise, and this didn’t happen when I first installed windows on this computer. I’ve tried reformatting and reinstalling but it doesn’t help. Any suggestions would be great!
i need help with my computer windows plzz help !?
December 6, 2009
* when i purchased myacer comp i made an administrator account
* yesterday i delted that account after making a new administrator account
* when i logged onto the new one most of the things didnt work
* after i shut the comp it didnt start i tried everything like sart up repair n they said they cant repair it n stuff n like i tired f8 options too but it wudnt start, it wudnt show me my loggin in window i mean it doesnt even reach that point n shuts down over n over each time i try something new with f8 options like safe mode n stuff nothing WORKS !!!
* i have windows xp SPI, software kit modem series inculdes driver and manual, and i also have a motherboard installation cd
* knowing all these facts can i do something to get my comp working with the help of any those cds or anything else ? plzzz help me !
sorry gus i forgot to add one thing
* the windows im using is windows vista so i guess tht Xp cd is of no use unless i can somehow install xp window over windows vista which i have no clue how to so yeah a little help out here if possible wud be great thnku !
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