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    Using USB flash drive to install XP on Mini 9?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by metroplex, Nov 20, 2008.

  1. metroplex

    metroplex Notebook Consultant

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    I downloaded a EEE guide that explains how to use a USB drive for re-installing XP on a PC (such as a Mini 9) that doesn't have an optical drive. Are there any other hints or advice for undertaking this procedure? I didn't feel like spending $20+ for a USB/IDE adapter if I can make it work with a flash drive.
     
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    Well, what exactly does the guide say? I think it would be a pretty standard procedure.
     
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  3. Mark Larson

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    That guide works with any netbook so you should be good for the Mini 9.
     
    Mark Larson, Nov 20, 2008
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    Where is this guide? I want to be able to do this.
     
    KingRaptor, Nov 21, 2008
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    metroplex, Nov 21, 2008
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    For installing anything other than the OS, you can just mount a virtual drive using a tool like daemon-tools and mount whatever ISO you have. Or install over the network by having the CD in another machine.
     
    Mark Larson, Nov 21, 2008
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