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    5610z and XP cd

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by k2000kidd, May 12, 2007.

  1. k2000kidd

    k2000kidd Newbie

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    Hi everyone

    i can't seem to boot with the XP setup CD
    The Lappy came with Vista and has a D: DATA partition
    where i could Install XP and leave Vista alone.

    I tried to boot from the XP cd (made sure i set up bios to boot from cd first)
    then when I reboot I press the spacebar to initiate the BOOT FROM CD option and the cd spins up like its going to install but instead boots right into Vista.
    Ive tried 4 different cds with the same result.
    any ideas what might cause this?

    Also need to know if i format the drive (including the hidden partion) will i kill the ability to use the ACER recovery DVDs I made the first day?

    I really prefer XP but if the install goes to hell I could be left with an $800 paper weight..

    Thanx in advance for any advice
     
    k2000kidd, May 12, 2007
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