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    Reload OS (part 2)

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by kev_stein, Nov 1, 2005.

  1. kev_stein

    kev_stein Notebook Enthusiast

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    OK, so I was able to load XP Pro over the top of MCE...That worked fine.
    I do have a question though. When I first started the machine with MCE installed, the wireless card automatically detected my wireless network.
    After the re-install the card is not seeing my network. I looked at the network connections and I do not get "connect to wireless network" option I saw on the old OS.
    Do I have to install the driver again, or am I just missing something.
    I thought XP had alot of drivers included so it would detect the wireless card.
     
    kev_stein, Nov 1, 2005
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  2. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    Ah - I see what the problem is. You'll have to reinstall the wireless card - I recommend getting the latest drivers from Intel's website. ;)

    Chaz
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Nov 1, 2005
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  3. kev_stein

    kev_stein Notebook Enthusiast

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    Oh, another thing.
    I noticed after the reinstall my system is still seeing the old MCE OS as well.
    When booting the machine it gives me the option to boot to either OS.
    This is strage because I reformatted the whole drive, and installed XP Pro on the unpartationed space.
    If I try to boot to the old MCE OS, it gives me an error saying it could not find files (or something along those lines)
    I remember once seeing a place in Windows to change the order when using a dual boot system, or possibly even deleting the other OS.
    Anyone know what I am talking about?

    I'd rather not have to try to reload the OS again. (kinda slow on the 5400 RPM drive)
     
    kev_stein, Nov 1, 2005
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  4. kev_stein

    kev_stein Notebook Enthusiast

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    BTW: Chaz, thanks alot for all the help.
    I've only just started using this site, but I can always count on you for a speedy and informed reply :)
     
    kev_stein, Nov 1, 2005
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    delete the MCE line out of the c:/boot.ini file
     
    drumfu, Nov 1, 2005
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