Can I repair an install ?

[Adam]

Hi all,

I have an XP system (of a friend of mine) and it is playing up a fair bit
and I'd like to do a repair if possible in the first instance. How do I do
this ?

cheers,

Adam

 

[GSV Three Minds in a Can]

Hi all,

I have an XP system (of a friend of mine) and it is playing up a fair bit
and I'd like to do a repair if possible in the first instance. How do I do
this ?

This is an FAQ so you'll find numerous full explanation if you go to
groups.google.com 'How to repair install Windows XP'.

 

[Bob Knowlden]

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;315341

"How to Perform an In-Place Upgrade (Reinstallation) of Windows XP"

(In brief: change the BIOS settings to boot from the CD drive. Boot from the
XP CD. Choose install, rather than the repair console. Under install, choose
repair rather than new.)

A repair installation ought to preserve most settings and installed
applications. However, everything installed through Windows Update will be
eliminated.

HTH.

Bob Knowlden

Address may be altered to avoid spam. Replace nkbob with bobkn.