downgrading from Windows2000 to WindowsMe

[G. Rao]

I upgraded my laptop (Compaq Presario 1681) to
Windows2000 from WindowsMe. However, I ran into a problem
with the modem not being recognized anymore. According to
Compaq, this is a problem with computers manufactured a
few years ago with Windows98 or Windows Me. The solution
is to go back to the old operating system. How do I do
this? The WindowsMe setup.exe is not permitted in
Windows2000. The error message says I have to use DOS
commands. However, I don't seem to be able to do this
even when I boot the laptop in the command prompt mode.
Is there a way to get into DOS without going through
Windows? Look forward to some tips. Thanks,

G. Rao

 

[Dave Patrick]

There is no supported upgrade path from WinME to Windows 2000 which is
likely the root of your problem. In either case format the drive and start
over.