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    acer aspire

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by htam, Mar 11, 2010.

  1. htam

    htam Newbie

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    how can i install xp os in my laptop(newly purchased). i have deleted the partition containing linups linux and booted from cd drive, after loading files from the installer an error messages appear on the screen about technical problem. what should i do, please help..
     
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    downloads No, Dee Dee, no! Super Moderator

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    You may need a SATA driver to install XP.
    Google it- there are many guides on how to do it.
     
    downloads, Mar 11, 2010
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    Tinderbox (UK) BAKED BEAN KING

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    Or change the hdd access mode in the BIOS from AHCI to IDE/COMPATIBILITY mode as Xp does not come with an AHCI driver and will give a bsod on installation.
     
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