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How Do You Install Windows XP On A New Hard Drive?

April 26, 2017Computers install new hard drive operating SYSTEMS Windows Windows XP

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How Do You Install Windows XP On A New Hard Drive?

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Installing Windows XP on a new hard drive is easier and faster than doing it on a hard drive that contained a previous Windows operating system because you don’t have to uninstall or write over the previous information and you don’t have to back up the information on the system before you begin the installation. The installation can still be a bit tricky if this is your first time installing an operating system, but if you mess up, you get many opportunities to go back and correct any mistakes you may have made. Insert the Windows XP Installation CD into the disc drive. Start up the computer, and when you are prompted, press any key to boot from the CD. The installation will begin. Allow the default drivers that help install Windows XP to load. Press “Enter” on the “Welcome to Setup” screen. Read the “Licensing Agreement” on the next screen and press “F8” to accept the agreement. If you refuse the agreement, you won’t be able to install Windows XP. Press the “Esc” key to install a fres