WiggtownI need to do a clean install of the XP OS. I have done a couple of these in the past but need to refresh my memory. If someone could please direct me as to where I can find an article on the proper steps to take that would be much appreciated. Thanks
Wiggtown
How to carry out a clean reinstall of XP.
First, disconnect all the peripherals from the system, except the keyboard, mouse and monitor.
You can use the Dell's Guide for a Manual Reinstallation of windows HERE and maybe this interactive guide for a clean reinstall of XP HERE can help.
While installing, remember to delete all existing partitions when you are prompted, then recreate the partitions and format the hard drive, following by installing XP.
After installing XP, you need to install the drivers and applications in the correct order, see HERE.
A hint: After installing each driver, restart the system.
Followed by installing the Anti Virus utility, updating the definitions, then all the critical Microsoft updates.
Bev.