Re: How to run Windows XP from CD?

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No, you cannot run Windows using the Windows XP installation CD.

How to Perform a Windows XP Repair Install
http://www.michaelstevenstech.­com/XPrepairinstall.htm

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User
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"DP" wrote:

| Hello,
|
| [This is related to my previous message about Windows XP failing to start.]
|
| In the meantime, I'm trying to access the hard drive of the PC with
| corrupted Windows XP installation.
| Is that possible to run full (or at least limited) Windows XP from CD? I
| mean not Setup session, but just a regular Windows XP setup session? Would I
| be able to have full access to the hard drive then?
|
| Thank you,
| DP

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