Re: XP Install Problem

On Tue, 31 Jul 2007 06:54:02 -0700, BB3
<BB3@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

I attempted to repair a XP installation with a XP Install disk, all proceeded
normally until I was prompted for the Product keys at which point I
discovered i was using the wrong XP disk.


Assuming that you CD you are using is the same as the "right" one,
with respect to Retail vs. OEM, Professional vs. Home, and Full vs.
Upgrade, it doesn't matter. The CDs are identical and do not contain
the product keys.


I attempted to cancel the
installation/repair. However, when I restart the system it does not provide
the option to cancel and continues with the install, there does not appear to
be an option to abort, ESC, F keys, safe mode provide no relief. Info on how
to cancel the install would be appreciated, TKS,
BB3

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