Re: Xp cd missing. How to reinstall system?

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unfortunately, you
can't utilize different
versions of windows
to do a repair installation.

the only tool that can
be used by any windows
from any cd is the recovery
console.

however, even though
makers do not provide
support for their machines,

there is likely archived
troubleshooting instructions
still available via their
website.

the most common practice
in affect by the makers is
to provide the recovery files/
restoration files to the consumer
on a hidden portion on the
hard disk, aka hidden partition.

they do this because it is
just another method to avoid
the additional costs of making
and providing cd's with the
restoration files.

perhaps, you can use the
recovery console to make
the necessary repairs to your
installation.

however, if you can boot
into the safe modes and
windows functions fine,

then you won't need to do
a repair installation.

just some reconfiguration.
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"Jamie" <Jamie@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:9A6D334B-DB90-4D35-A620-C038F1B7F719@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
I have a similar problem -- computer will only boot in Safe Mode. I want to
do a repair install of XP, but don't have a CD. Emachines (the computer
manufacturer) no longer supports this model. This was originally Windows XP
Home Edition. Can I use a Windows XP Professional Edition CD to do a repair
install?

"db" wrote:

if you have the product
key stuck to the computer,

then you may have the
ability to initiate a factory
restore.

go to your computers
home site and look up
the model number and
the faq's on how to restore.

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- Database Developer
- Accountancy
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"spirit" <spirit@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:E0BA5BA0-3B0A-41E8-A25C-9330175B28F9@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> I have a computer problem. The XP is not starting anymore. I have too much
> rubbish on the computer.
> Do someone know where I can get the win xp cd/dvd? Is it downloadable? I
> lost the CD and my computer needs to be reinstalled. I have still the
> activation code sticking on my computer though.
> Thanks
>
> Dann

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