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Re: XP Help

Postby RogerS » 19 Apr 2017, 12:53

Rod wrote:I did think about reformatting the HD
- I've got two copies of XP, one is an upgrade and the other a DELL oem.
I remember having trouble with both of them so a bit wary.

Rod


Rod, been a long time since I messed around with XP but be careful that the version you have 'the upgrade' is an actual complete copy of XP and not a Service Pack (it will be printed on the disc label if it is). The service pack will not install XP.

Likewise the Dell OEM version...unless your PC is one (a) at least from Dell and (b) ideally the model that the Dell OEM disc is for then you could have real problems (as you have found out) with incorrect/missing drivers. I would be inclined to try and pick up a copy of XP off eBay. I used to have a couple but in the move I have no idea where they are otherwise I'd gladly send you and Tusses one.
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