Re: restore xp home

tanacious wrote:
how do i "wipe" the drive? i'm trying to return my system to its original factory settings. then re installing windows. any help?

When you go to reinstall Windows, it will give you the option to format and partition your hard drive, otherwise known as "wiping the drive".

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"Plato" wrote:

=?Utf-8?B?Qk1K?= wrote:
Can anyone help please.trying to reinstall windows xp from os cd which came
with computer.i followed directions from acer site and only get as far as
screen with the monkey & wrench?? have left the computer running on this
screen for 20 minutes still nothing, also keyboard & mouse do not work with
this screen. am i missing something here. very grateful for any help
One may have to wipe the drive first and bring it to factory fresh
state.


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