trouble with reinstall of windows xp pro

[steven43701]

I had to re install windows xp pro, I have the original disc. Everything
started out fine then I got a syntax error asms file path not found, I am
assuming this is something missing off the disc.

Now everytime I reboot it goes right to restarting install and gives me the
same error, Im stuck and cant do anything.

My question is simple, "what can I do?" some detailed info would be helpful
on how to correct this. My comp knowledge is limited. Thank you.

 

[Leonard Grey]

Installing Windows is not for someone whose "comp knowledge is limited."
Seriously.

Did you attempt a re-install or a clean install?

A re-install installs Windows over an existing copy of Windows.

A clean install erases the hard disk and starts fresh.

Are you using a legitimate retail Windows installation CD?

 

[JS]

How to do a Clean Install of Windows XP

Start by changing the BIOS setting to Boot from CD drive first.
Then see below:

From Michael Steven's: http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
more info: http://windowsxp.mvps.org/XPClean.htm
and: http://www.theeldergeek.com/clean_installation_of_windows_xp.htm
also: http://www.bootdisk.com/

Also make sure you have the drivers you need for your motherboard, video
card, sound card, Etc.
Try Belarc Advisor: http://www.belarc.com/free_download.html
It does a good job of providing a wealth of information including software
Key codes
and Devices you will need Drivers for.