RE: Reformat a drive with corrupted files?

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From: Andrew E. (eckrichco_at_msn.com)
Date: 08/18/04 

Date: Wed, 18 Aug 2004 16:51:01 -0700

  Just because the files are corrupt doesnt mean the drive is,there's
 no scence in returning a hd on those findings,simply reinstall xp.Boot
 to xp cd,select install xp,new copy,delete the partition,create one,then
 xp reformats and installs.If chkdsk had indicated bad sectors,then a return
 would be warranted,but files,no way youre wasting youre time.

"Sid9" wrote:

> chkdsk reports corrupted files and does not complete.
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> XP will not start.
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> The recovery console cannot recover.
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> How can I delete the contents of this drive in anticipation of a return
> authorization from the manufacturer?
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> Excuse the crossposting, I'm not sure which NG is correct fro this problem.
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> Thank you in advance....!
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