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How do I delete a hard drive with Windows XP?

April 26, 2017Computer Computers delete hardware storage Windows XP

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How do I delete a hard drive with Windows XP?

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Start from the Windows XP CDInsert your Windows XP installation CD while the computer is turned on. Select “Restart” from the “Start” menu. Upon restarting, the computer boots from the Windows XP installation CD. When prompted, press any key to force the computer to boot from the XP CD.Progress Through the InstallerPress “F8” to accept the license agreement, and press “ESC” to bypass the the Windows repair process. Use the up and down arrow keys to select the drive or partition you want to format.Delete the Hard DriveSelect the drive you want to format by using the arrow keys, and press “Enter.” Select the format you want on the drive after it is deleted and formatted. The NTFS file system offers faster performance and improved security, so it is the best choice.