How do I install from DOS using a Win 98/Me startup disk?
“How do I install from DOS using a Win 98.Me startup disk?” When installing XP from DOS using a Win 98/Me startup disk, you will need to load smartdrv.exe before running setup. Not doing so will result in setup taking an extraordinarily long time to copy the files for setup. • You can obtain a specialized Windows startup disk from HEREwith smartdrv.exe and other useful utilities. Select either the Windows XP System Setup Disk or Boot Disk Essentials disk. • Boot with the special boot disk choosing to load with CD support. • Load smartdrv.exe from the A: prompt by typing smartdrv.exe then press ENTER . • Change to the CD drive from the A: prompt by typing “CD
