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    WinXP pro clean install issue

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by deedeeman, Mar 22, 2007.

  1. deedeeman

    deedeeman Notebook Deity

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    hi guys!
    well....my computer is acting slow lately and ive been thinking about doing a clean and fresh install of windows....but the thing is, i am not looking forward to spending 2 hours installing service pack 2 and all the updates from the microsoft website.....i know this is a wierd question...but is there any way that i can create a disk with XP pro/Sp2/and patches....as well as all the motherboard and graphics drivers on it that i can boot to and do a clean install????


    thanks :)
     
    deedeeman, Mar 22, 2007
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  2. vespoli

    vespoli 402 NBR Reviewer

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    look up "slipstreaming xp"..there are a few guides on the forum.
     
    vespoli, Mar 22, 2007
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    WackyT, Mar 22, 2007
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