Keyboard not recognized during start up disk

Hi,


I am trying to format my C drive to wipe out ME and load XP for a clean

boot. Unfortunately, I ordered a copy of an OEM version (due to my
ignorance on what OEM version is..but now I know) and it is
non-returnable. It is my understanding that it will only load on a
clean boot.
I can't get to my bios or work with the start up disk because the start

up doesn't recognize the keyboard or mouse until the OS is loaded. Does

anyone know how to get around this? Any help would be appreciated,
thank you.


coop

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