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    From Linux --> Windows XP

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by NIXZ, Sep 19, 2008.

  1. NIXZ

    NIXZ Notebook Enthusiast

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    I bought the Asus Eee PC 1000H with linux OS pre-installed and i would like
    to change the OS to Windows XP (Cause i have the Original CD-ROM)
    is anyone out there who managed to achieve this? i REALLY strugled trying
    to find a clue on the net but every single answer was either "use an external
    hard drive" or "Usb stick/with some executables (.exe)" but the Asus doesnt
    have a CD-ROM and the .exe files cannot be executed from Linux i have a
    Desktop running Windows Vista 32-bit (Ultimate) plz :( help :(
     
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  2. Thomas

    Thomas McLovin

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    External CD drive?
     
    Thomas, Sep 19, 2008
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  3. NIXZ

    NIXZ Notebook Enthusiast

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    I dont have one
     
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    sesshomaru Suspended Disbelief!

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    sesshomaru, Sep 19, 2008
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  5. NIXZ

    NIXZ Notebook Enthusiast

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    about the bootable flash drive its the first time for me is there anyone that can tell me a good source to look at (google) from someone that has already done it once..
     
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    LIVEFRMNYC Blah Blah Blah!!!

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    We'll it's actually as simple as copying all the contents of your XP install disc onto your USB stick, and just set the BIOS to boot from USB.
     
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    Tried didnt work
     
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    Did you try out the EEEguide?
     
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    Yup didnt work im having a MS-DUO Card (4GB) not a Usb Stick...
    (Usb Stick not Found!)
     
    NIXZ, Sep 20, 2008
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    Do you have access to another computer on a LAN? XP can also be installed over the network....
     
    sesshomaru, Sep 20, 2008
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    You are talking about a Sony Memory Stick?

    Get a usb flash drive. They are under $10 now for something that can store the entire XP cd.
     
    HotBlood, Sep 20, 2008
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