How Do You Install Windows XP Without Formatting?
There are different reasons why a reinstall is required. Some of the most common ones are missing .dll files or too many virus or spyware attacks detected. Or it could be the desire for a seemingly new operating system (OS). After years of removing and adding programs and files, your system is scarred by the residual files. The easiest way to reinstall Windows XP without formatting your hard drive is by choosing the “repair install option.” This installs XP to pre-SP2 (Service Pack 2). Service Pack is Microsoft’s security upgrades and bug-fixing feature. Insert the Windows XP CD into your computer, disconnect your computer from the Internet, and reboot (or restart) your computer. Your computer should automatically direct you to a screen with options for reinstallation. Do not click on the option that mentions “recovery console.” Click the option for “installing Windows.” Accept the agreement, and on the next page you will choose an install option. Press “R” for repair, and continue. Fo
