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Reinstalling Windows 2000

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mdw999

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Hi!

I want to reformat my hard disk and reinstall Windows 2000. What's the easiest way to do this?

Cheers,

Martin
 
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Easiest way to do this is to Backup all your data first (Pics, Docs etc)

Then just boot from the Win 2000 cd and let the installer re-format the drive and install.
 
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Hi!

Thanks for the info, but how do I boot from the CD? When I press F8 I do not get this option. Is it somewhere else?

Cheers,

Martin
 
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It probably all depends on the boot sequence defined in the BIOS. You should have the floopy in 1st, CD-ROM in second and IDE in 3rd. Saving your preferences and rebooting will allow you to boot from CD-ROM. Insert your Windows 2K CD and you should see a message telling you to strike any key to boot from CD_ROM. Then follow the instructions to install winndows 2000.
 
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