If you used the computer for some time, you will have noticed some flaws in Windows operating system from Microsoft. This might be corrupted because the system files, disk errors or viruses. But whatever the cause, the easiest remedy would be to perform a clean installation of Windows.
Before starting the installation of Windows XP, there are some things you must do. First, locate the Windows CD (the one with the PC) has come and the CD for the software application.If you do not have a Windows CD, then you have other options to be discussed later. So look for the instructions to configure the network settings, which are usually sent from your ISP. Then select the backup copies of important programs such as antivirus and firewall. Also copy the contents of the folder according to their personal files and data to save even more critical in any type of removable media. You can also collect installers for the latest driversPC hardware, such as the graphics card.
After you have completed all preparations, you are ready for installation. Insert the Windows CD and restart the system. If you do not have a Windows CD, then you can access important files that you need in a hidden partition on your hard drive. Just press the indicated key when you restart, but before Windows is loaded. Since the keys vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, helps to turn your PC manufacturer if you do not see the command prompt.
In severalCases the only available option to "restore the disk to factory conditions." This means the loss of all files on your PC. Therefore, you should make backups of important data folders in the first place. But if you use Microsoft Windows XP installation CD, you get more options for keeping files and settings. This is very useful because it creates a copy of everything and start all over again.
The next step would be to reconfigure the network connections, install someDriver and XP updates and other applications manually. Here you'll get pre-prepared for installation, with instructions for configuring the Internet connection, restore the connection to the Internet. Then install and update your anti-spyware, anti-virus and firewall. Then open the Device Manager to see which device drivers need updates. This is indicated by a yellow question mark or a red exclamation point. Yellow question mark means that the device is used in general anda red exclamation point indicates that the device does not work. Also update the drivers for printers, video cards and sound cards.
Next, visit Microsoft Windows Update Web site. Click Start, Windows Update, and then follow the instructions that tell you. Then, more MB download updates, so it might be a good idea to check the diversion while your PC is being downloaded. Once the download is complete, you can reinstall and update programs.
After restoring and updatingimportant applications, you start to replace your data. With the copies you made before transferring back where originally found. Congratulate you as you have just learned how to reinstall Windows XP.