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From: LewB on 30 Apr 2010 14:37 "I see no problem as long as they are not all running at the same time. (Same with AV programs, BTW...)" I get conflicting responses about the AV's on same computer. See this post. replies inline.... "LewB" <whoislew(a)hotmail.com(sparethespam)> wrote in message news:6762BA50-AB9E-418F-80E8-248930DBDA99(a)microsoft.com... >I have Microsoft Antispyware Program on this computer, apparently >there > since 2006. Was this the predecessor of the MSE program and needs to > be > removed before downloading MSE? I should be able to disable the > McAfee and > then run the MSE to see how the two compare? By "Microsoft Antispyware Program", I assume you mean Windows Defender....no? If so, no, you don't have to uninstall it or disable it to install MSE. MSE installs some updated versions of Defender files, and disables the Defender interface automatically, so you don't have to do anything with it. I do NOT recommend installing MSE or any other AV with McAfee still installed. Even if it is disabled, it can still cause issues. You should not install any AV while another AV is installed. Although you can disable McAfee's resident scanner, its drivers and services are still loaded, and they can interfere with another AV's drivers and services. LB -- LJB "Daave" wrote: > I see no problem as long as they are not all running at the same time. > (Same with AV programs, BTW...) > > LewB wrote: > > "There are a number of AV programs out there, some free, some for > > purchase. Is there any proscription to trying several on the same > > computer? That is, is there a conflict that could develop in the same > > way that having two AV programs on the same computer is a no-no. " > > > > Sorry about the typo. I meant there are a number of backup programs > > out there....... > > LJB > > > > > >> YW. In that regard, images and clones are the same. That is, there > >> would be no need to reinstall drivers, updates, applications, etc. > >> See: > >> > >> http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=238515 > >> > >> I like images for the reasons cited in the above page. But some > >> people report they prefer using a program like Casper, which has the > >> capability of creating "incremental" clones. Then again, I like the > >> flexibility of going back in time several images (a la System > >> Restore), so this is why I prefer Acronis. BTW, Acronis (as you > >> know) can do clones, too, but not incremental ones. > >> > >> If you decide to purchase Acronis, it is *crucial* you create the > >> bootable CD! (Retail versions already come with one; otherwise they > >> need to be created!) > >> > >> > >> LewB wrote: > >>> Good stuff. Thanks. If you use Acronis and do an image backup you > >>> have to be comfortable that you have no bad stuff (viruses/malware) > >>> for that will carry over with the image. And that was the question > >>> that was raised in the previous thread (now on page 13 with date of > >>> 4/4 of the General discussion.....SP won't load) and brings me now > >>> to inquire about backups and what is considered better, best, > >>> safest, etc, I did download a a 30 day free trial of Acronis and > >>> have used it to make a clone to a new HDD. McAfee says there are > >>> no bad characters on it and I will probably switch to Microsoft > >>> Security Essentials or Avast, etc. as recommended on the other > >>> thread. I like the idea of an image because you avoid the > >>> painstaking reinstallation of apps, drivers, etc LJB > >>> "Daave" wrote: > >>> > >>>> Cool! Good job! > >>>> > >>>> Actually, if the topic is totally new (like asking about backing up > >>>> strategies), you should start a new thread. You will get more > >>>> responders this way. > >>>> > >>>> If your inability to boot to the Windows XP setup CD was directly > >>>> related to your last thread, I could see the value of not starting > >>>> a new thread. But if you feel the thrust is significantly different > >>>> *and* if you believe a new thread is wise (it's a judgment call), > >>>> best practice is to include a link to the other thread so others > >>>> can refer to it (to see the bigger picture). > >>>> > >>>> Regarding your current question, have a look at this fine article: > >>>> > >>>> http://www.computorcompanion.com/LPMArticle.asp?ID=314 > >>>> > >>>> Although backing up data is already recommended, if that's *all* > >>>> you do, you are out of luck when it comes to recovering from a > >>>> disaster the easy way. Sure, you could reinstall the OS and the > >>>> updates and all your programs, but who wants to do that when > >>>> restoring an image of your hard drive takes care of all that > >>>> instantly! > >>>> > >>>> I recommend Acronis True Image because I use it and like it. Other > >>>> programs are fine, too. > >>>> > >>>> Ntbackup has too many limitations; I'd stay away from it (unless > >>>> you use it just to back up data). > >>>> > >>>> Using Windows Explorer to copy data is fine -- as long as you do it > >>>> regularly and completely! Doing it this way avoids the proprietary > >>>> archive file system that ntbackup uses; that is, with Windows > >>>> Explorer, you're just copying the data and not manipulating it into > >>>> another form. > >>>> > >>>> With Acronis, the data is backed up, too (unless the data is on > >>>> another partition and you don't include that in the image). The > >>>> easiest method is to have only one partition for everything (OS, > >>>> applications, and data) and then regularly image it. Once you play > >>>> with Acronis, you'll see it's quite easy to use. > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> LewB wrote: > >>>>> Yeeessss. You were absolutely correct. I purchased a new > >>>>> keyboard today and the boot to SetUp went normally. I was able > >>>>> to format and then install WinXP and now have a "new"computer. I > >>>>> am pleased that the slipstreamed SP3 disc functioned as > >>>>> advertised. In keeping with Robear's last note to keep the > >>>>> posts to the same thread > >>>>> so a full history will be available to all and not spread out over > >>>>> several threads (as I have done with this one) I will ask you'all > >>>>> about backups. Is there any advantage to having a proprietary > >>>>> backup program (Acronis, Ghost, etc) vs using the Backup that > >>>>> comes with WinXP? > >>>>> I have used EMC's Retrospect and backed up a lot of data to an > >>>>> external drive but that program is very busy and somewhat > >>>>> complicated. I have also used backup that comes with WinXP and > >>>>> find it to be more "user friendly". My son says he simply copies > >>>>> what he wants to back up to a flash drive and after a reformatt > >>>>> copies them back to Windows and has a fresh look. Isn't that > >>>>> what Backup in WinXP does?? In either instance there is a lot of > >>>>> reinstallation of apps that an image program avoids but also > >>>>> carries over whatever nondesirable objects that you hopefully are > >>>>> getting rid of with the format and reinstall of WinXP Anyway > >>>>> many thanks for you great help. LJB > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>>> Before you do anything else, use another (non-wireless) keyboard. > >>>>>> That's probably your problem with regard to the "press any key" > >>>>>> issue. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> > >>>>>> LewB wrote: > >>>>>>> What is the make and model of your PC and/or motherboard? > >>>>>>> Custom made PC with Pentium IV 2.8 chip > >>>>>>> Motherboard is Microstar 865PE-Neo-2 > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> What kind of keyboard do you have? PS/2 or USB? Wireless > >>>>>>> perhaps? Yes it is wireless and is Microsoft Wireless > >>>>>>> Multimedia > >>>>>>> Keyboard > >>>>>>> 1.0A > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>> Is there a keyboard-specific setting in the BIOS that may need > >>>>>>> to be changed? No keyboard reference in this BIOS > >>>>>>> > >>>>>>>> Daave wrote: > >>>>>>>>> LewB wrote: > >>>>>>>>>> I want to do a clean install of WinXP.Pro. I have the > >>>>>>>>>> original Setup disc and a slipstreamed SP3 disc. Both will > >>>>>>>>>> not boot from the CD drive. It is set correctly in the BIOS. > >>>>>>>>>> When the system is restarted with the disc in place the > >>>>>>>>>> system does displace the "click any key to boot from the CD" > >>>>>>>>>> but when this is done Windows boots normally. > >>>>>>>>> > >>>>>>>>> Try another keyboard. > >>>>>>>>> > >>>>>>>>> What kind of keyboard do you have? PS/2 or USB? Wireless > >>>>>>>>> perhaps? Is there a keyboard-specific setting in the BIOS that > >>>>>>>>> may need to be changed? > >>>>>>>>> > >>>>>>>>> If it's not the keyboard, then either both CDs are bad or the > >>>>>>>>> CD drive is bad. > >>>>>>>> > >>>>>>>> Also... > >>>>>>>> > >>>>>>>> What is the make and model of your PC and/or motherboard? > >>>>>>>> > >>>>>>>> > >>>>>>>> . > >>>>>> > >>>>>> > >>>>>> . > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> . > >> > >> > >> . > > > . >
From: Daave on 30 Apr 2010 16:19 I will ammend my statement to reflect that the AV programs need to be well-mannered. McAfee does not fit that description. :-) That is, even if you try to configure McAfee in such a way that it is not running, part of it may very well be running, nevertheless. Personally, I wouldn't touch McAfee with a ten-foot pole! But feel free to install both Avira AntiVir and ClamWin (as an example). Just make sure they're both not running at the same time. This is easy to do. LewB wrote: > "I see no problem as long as they are not all running at the same > time. (Same with AV programs, BTW...)" > > I get conflicting responses about the AV's on same computer. See > this post. > > replies inline.... > > "LewB" <whoislew(a)hotmail.com(sparethespam)> wrote in message > news:6762BA50-AB9E-418F-80E8-248930DBDA99(a)microsoft.com... >> I have Microsoft Antispyware Program on this computer, apparently >> there >> since 2006. Was this the predecessor of the MSE program and needs to >> be >> removed before downloading MSE? I should be able to disable the >> McAfee and >> then run the MSE to see how the two compare? > > By "Microsoft Antispyware Program", I assume you mean Windows > Defender....no? If so, no, you don't have to uninstall it or disable > it > to install MSE. MSE installs some updated versions of Defender files, > and disables the Defender interface automatically, so you don't have > to > do anything with it. > > I do NOT recommend installing MSE or any other AV with McAfee still > installed. Even if it is disabled, it can still cause issues. You > should not install any AV while another AV is installed. Although you > can disable McAfee's resident scanner, its drivers and services are > still loaded, and they can interfere with another AV's drivers and > services. > > LB > > > > >> I see no problem as long as they are not all running at the same >> time. (Same with AV programs, BTW...) >> >> LewB wrote: >>> "There are a number of AV programs out there, some free, some for >>> purchase. Is there any proscription to trying several on the same >>> computer? That is, is there a conflict that could develop in the >>> same way that having two AV programs on the same computer is a >>> no-no. " >>> >>> Sorry about the typo. I meant there are a number of backup programs >>> out there....... >>> LJB >>> >>> >>>> YW. In that regard, images and clones are the same. That is, there >>>> would be no need to reinstall drivers, updates, applications, etc. >>>> See: >>>> >>>> http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=238515 >>>> >>>> I like images for the reasons cited in the above page. But some >>>> people report they prefer using a program like Casper, which has >>>> the capability of creating "incremental" clones. Then again, I >>>> like the flexibility of going back in time several images (a la >>>> System Restore), so this is why I prefer Acronis. BTW, Acronis (as >>>> you know) can do clones, too, but not incremental ones. >>>> >>>> If you decide to purchase Acronis, it is *crucial* you create the >>>> bootable CD! (Retail versions already come with one; otherwise they >>>> need to be created!) >>>> >>>> >>>> LewB wrote: >>>>> Good stuff. Thanks. If you use Acronis and do an image backup >>>>> you have to be comfortable that you have no bad stuff >>>>> (viruses/malware) for that will carry over with the image. And >>>>> that was the question that was raised in the previous thread (now >>>>> on page 13 with date of 4/4 of the General discussion.....SP >>>>> won't load) and brings me now to inquire about backups and what >>>>> is considered better, best, safest, etc, I did download a a 30 >>>>> day free trial of Acronis and have used it to make a clone to a >>>>> new HDD. McAfee says there are no bad characters on it and I >>>>> will probably switch to Microsoft Security Essentials or Avast, >>>>> etc. as recommended on the other thread. I like the idea of an >>>>> image because you avoid the painstaking reinstallation of >>>>> apps, drivers, etc LJB "Daave" wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Cool! Good job! >>>>>> >>>>>> Actually, if the topic is totally new (like asking about backing >>>>>> up strategies), you should start a new thread. You will get more >>>>>> responders this way. >>>>>> >>>>>> If your inability to boot to the Windows XP setup CD was directly >>>>>> related to your last thread, I could see the value of not >>>>>> starting a new thread. But if you feel the thrust is >>>>>> significantly different *and* if you believe a new thread is >>>>>> wise (it's a judgment call), best practice is to include a link >>>>>> to the other thread so others can refer to it (to see the bigger >>>>>> picture). >>>>>> >>>>>> Regarding your current question, have a look at this fine >>>>>> article: >>>>>> >>>>>> http://www.computorcompanion.com/LPMArticle.asp?ID=314 >>>>>> >>>>>> Although backing up data is already recommended, if that's *all* >>>>>> you do, you are out of luck when it comes to recovering from a >>>>>> disaster the easy way. Sure, you could reinstall the OS and the >>>>>> updates and all your programs, but who wants to do that when >>>>>> restoring an image of your hard drive takes care of all that >>>>>> instantly! >>>>>> >>>>>> I recommend Acronis True Image because I use it and like it. >>>>>> Other programs are fine, too. >>>>>> >>>>>> Ntbackup has too many limitations; I'd stay away from it (unless >>>>>> you use it just to back up data). >>>>>> >>>>>> Using Windows Explorer to copy data is fine -- as long as you do >>>>>> it regularly and completely! Doing it this way avoids the >>>>>> proprietary archive file system that ntbackup uses; that is, >>>>>> with Windows Explorer, you're just copying the data and not >>>>>> manipulating it into another form. >>>>>> >>>>>> With Acronis, the data is backed up, too (unless the data is on >>>>>> another partition and you don't include that in the image). The >>>>>> easiest method is to have only one partition for everything (OS, >>>>>> applications, and data) and then regularly image it. Once you >>>>>> play with Acronis, you'll see it's quite easy to use. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> LewB wrote: >>>>>>> Yeeessss. You were absolutely correct. I purchased a new >>>>>>> keyboard today and the boot to SetUp went normally. I was able >>>>>>> to format and then install WinXP and now have a "new"computer. >>>>>>> I am pleased that the slipstreamed SP3 disc functioned as >>>>>>> advertised. In keeping with Robear's last note to keep the >>>>>>> posts to the same thread >>>>>>> so a full history will be available to all and not spread out >>>>>>> over several threads (as I have done with this one) I will ask >>>>>>> you'all about backups. Is there any advantage to having a >>>>>>> proprietary backup program (Acronis, Ghost, etc) vs using the >>>>>>> Backup that comes with WinXP? >>>>>>> I have used EMC's Retrospect and backed up a lot of data to an >>>>>>> external drive but that program is very busy and somewhat >>>>>>> complicated. I have also used backup that comes with WinXP and >>>>>>> find it to be more "user friendly". My son says he simply >>>>>>> copies what he wants to back up to a flash drive and after a >>>>>>> reformatt copies them back to Windows and has a fresh look. >>>>>>> Isn't that what Backup in WinXP does?? In either instance >>>>>>> there is a lot of reinstallation of apps that an image program >>>>>>> avoids but also carries over whatever nondesirable objects that >>>>>>> you hopefully are getting rid of with the format and >>>>>>> reinstall of WinXP Anyway many thanks for you great help. >>>>>>> LJB >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Before you do anything else, use another (non-wireless) >>>>>>>> keyboard. That's probably your problem with regard to the >>>>>>>> "press any key" issue. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> LewB wrote: >>>>>>>>> What is the make and model of your PC and/or motherboard? >>>>>>>>> Custom made PC with Pentium IV 2.8 chip >>>>>>>>> Motherboard is Microstar 865PE-Neo-2 >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> What kind of keyboard do you have? PS/2 or USB? Wireless >>>>>>>>> perhaps? Yes it is wireless and is Microsoft Wireless >>>>>>>>> Multimedia >>>>>>>>> Keyboard >>>>>>>>> 1.0A >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Is there a keyboard-specific setting in the BIOS that may need >>>>>>>>> to be changed? No keyboard reference in this BIOS >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Daave wrote: >>>>>>>>>>> LewB wrote: >>>>>>>>>>>> I want to do a clean install of WinXP.Pro. I have the >>>>>>>>>>>> original Setup disc and a slipstreamed SP3 disc. Both will >>>>>>>>>>>> not boot from the CD drive. It is set correctly in the >>>>>>>>>>>> BIOS. When the system is restarted with the disc in place >>>>>>>>>>>> the system does displace the "click any key to boot from >>>>>>>>>>>> the CD" but when this is done Windows boots normally. >>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>> Try another keyboard. >>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>> What kind of keyboard do you have? PS/2 or USB? Wireless >>>>>>>>>>> perhaps? Is there a keyboard-specific setting in the BIOS >>>>>>>>>>> that may need to be changed? >>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>> If it's not the keyboard, then either both CDs are bad or >>>>>>>>>>> the CD drive is bad. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Also... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> What is the make and model of your PC and/or motherboard? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> . >>>> >>>> >>>> . >> >> >> .
From: PA Bear [MS MVP] on 30 Apr 2010 19:07 Only one (1) anti-virus application should be installed *and loading at boot* (running in the background) on your computer. LewB wrote: > "I see no problem as long as they are not all running at the same time. > (Same with AV programs, BTW...)" > > I get conflicting responses about the AV's on same computer. See this > post. > > replies inline.... > > "LewB" <whoislew(a)hotmail.com(sparethespam)> wrote in message > news:6762BA50-AB9E-418F-80E8-248930DBDA99(a)microsoft.com... >> I have Microsoft Antispyware Program on this computer, apparently >> there >> since 2006. Was this the predecessor of the MSE program and needs to >> be >> removed before downloading MSE? I should be able to disable the >> McAfee and >> then run the MSE to see how the two compare? > > By "Microsoft Antispyware Program", I assume you mean Windows > Defender....no? If so, no, you don't have to uninstall it or disable it > to install MSE. MSE installs some updated versions of Defender files, > and disables the Defender interface automatically, so you don't have to > do anything with it. > > I do NOT recommend installing MSE or any other AV with McAfee still > installed. Even if it is disabled, it can still cause issues. You > should not install any AV while another AV is installed. Although you > can disable McAfee's resident scanner, its drivers and services are > still loaded, and they can interfere with another AV's drivers and > services. > > LB > > > > >> I see no problem as long as they are not all running at the same time. >> (Same with AV programs, BTW...) >> >> LewB wrote: >>> "There are a number of AV programs out there, some free, some for >>> purchase. Is there any proscription to trying several on the same >>> computer? That is, is there a conflict that could develop in the same >>> way that having two AV programs on the same computer is a no-no. " >>> >>> Sorry about the typo. I meant there are a number of backup programs >>> out there....... >>> LJB >>> >>> >>>> YW. In that regard, images and clones are the same. That is, there >>>> would be no need to reinstall drivers, updates, applications, etc. >>>> See: >>>> >>>> http://www.wilderssecurity.com/showthread.php?t=238515 >>>> >>>> I like images for the reasons cited in the above page. But some >>>> people report they prefer using a program like Casper, which has the >>>> capability of creating "incremental" clones. Then again, I like the >>>> flexibility of going back in time several images (a la System >>>> Restore), so this is why I prefer Acronis. BTW, Acronis (as you >>>> know) can do clones, too, but not incremental ones. >>>> >>>> If you decide to purchase Acronis, it is *crucial* you create the >>>> bootable CD! (Retail versions already come with one; otherwise they >>>> need to be created!) >>>> >>>> >>>> LewB wrote: >>>>> Good stuff. Thanks. If you use Acronis and do an image backup you >>>>> have to be comfortable that you have no bad stuff (viruses/malware) >>>>> for that will carry over with the image. And that was the question >>>>> that was raised in the previous thread (now on page 13 with date of >>>>> 4/4 of the General discussion.....SP won't load) and brings me now >>>>> to inquire about backups and what is considered better, best, >>>>> safest, etc, I did download a a 30 day free trial of Acronis and >>>>> have used it to make a clone to a new HDD. McAfee says there are >>>>> no bad characters on it and I will probably switch to Microsoft >>>>> Security Essentials or Avast, etc. as recommended on the other >>>>> thread. I like the idea of an image because you avoid the >>>>> painstaking reinstallation of apps, drivers, etc LJB >>>>> "Daave" wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Cool! Good job! >>>>>> >>>>>> Actually, if the topic is totally new (like asking about backing up >>>>>> strategies), you should start a new thread. You will get more >>>>>> responders this way. >>>>>> >>>>>> If your inability to boot to the Windows XP setup CD was directly >>>>>> related to your last thread, I could see the value of not starting >>>>>> a new thread. But if you feel the thrust is significantly different >>>>>> *and* if you believe a new thread is wise (it's a judgment call), >>>>>> best practice is to include a link to the other thread so others >>>>>> can refer to it (to see the bigger picture). >>>>>> >>>>>> Regarding your current question, have a look at this fine article: >>>>>> >>>>>> http://www.computorcompanion.com/LPMArticle.asp?ID=314 >>>>>> >>>>>> Although backing up data is already recommended, if that's *all* >>>>>> you do, you are out of luck when it comes to recovering from a >>>>>> disaster the easy way. Sure, you could reinstall the OS and the >>>>>> updates and all your programs, but who wants to do that when >>>>>> restoring an image of your hard drive takes care of all that >>>>>> instantly! >>>>>> >>>>>> I recommend Acronis True Image because I use it and like it. Other >>>>>> programs are fine, too. >>>>>> >>>>>> Ntbackup has too many limitations; I'd stay away from it (unless >>>>>> you use it just to back up data). >>>>>> >>>>>> Using Windows Explorer to copy data is fine -- as long as you do it >>>>>> regularly and completely! Doing it this way avoids the proprietary >>>>>> archive file system that ntbackup uses; that is, with Windows >>>>>> Explorer, you're just copying the data and not manipulating it into >>>>>> another form. >>>>>> >>>>>> With Acronis, the data is backed up, too (unless the data is on >>>>>> another partition and you don't include that in the image). The >>>>>> easiest method is to have only one partition for everything (OS, >>>>>> applications, and data) and then regularly image it. Once you play >>>>>> with Acronis, you'll see it's quite easy to use. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> LewB wrote: >>>>>>> Yeeessss. You were absolutely correct. I purchased a new >>>>>>> keyboard today and the boot to SetUp went normally. I was able >>>>>>> to format and then install WinXP and now have a "new"computer. I >>>>>>> am pleased that the slipstreamed SP3 disc functioned as >>>>>>> advertised. In keeping with Robear's last note to keep the >>>>>>> posts to the same thread >>>>>>> so a full history will be available to all and not spread out over >>>>>>> several threads (as I have done with this one) I will ask you'all >>>>>>> about backups. Is there any advantage to having a proprietary >>>>>>> backup program (Acronis, Ghost, etc) vs using the Backup that >>>>>>> comes with WinXP? >>>>>>> I have used EMC's Retrospect and backed up a lot of data to an >>>>>>> external drive but that program is very busy and somewhat >>>>>>> complicated. I have also used backup that comes with WinXP and >>>>>>> find it to be more "user friendly". My son says he simply copies >>>>>>> what he wants to back up to a flash drive and after a reformatt >>>>>>> copies them back to Windows and has a fresh look. Isn't that >>>>>>> what Backup in WinXP does?? In either instance there is a lot of >>>>>>> reinstallation of apps that an image program avoids but also >>>>>>> carries over whatever nondesirable objects that you hopefully are >>>>>>> getting rid of with the format and reinstall of WinXP Anyway >>>>>>> many thanks for you great help. LJB >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Before you do anything else, use another (non-wireless) keyboard. >>>>>>>> That's probably your problem with regard to the "press any key" >>>>>>>> issue. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> LewB wrote: >>>>>>>>> What is the make and model of your PC and/or motherboard? >>>>>>>>> Custom made PC with Pentium IV 2.8 chip >>>>>>>>> Motherboard is Microstar 865PE-Neo-2 >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> What kind of keyboard do you have? PS/2 or USB? Wireless >>>>>>>>> perhaps? Yes it is wireless and is Microsoft Wireless >>>>>>>>> Multimedia >>>>>>>>> Keyboard >>>>>>>>> 1.0A >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Is there a keyboard-specific setting in the BIOS that may need >>>>>>>>> to be changed? No keyboard reference in this BIOS >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Daave wrote: >>>>>>>>>>> LewB wrote: >>>>>>>>>>>> I want to do a clean install of WinXP.Pro. I have the >>>>>>>>>>>> original Setup disc and a slipstreamed SP3 disc. Both will >>>>>>>>>>>> not boot from the CD drive. It is set correctly in the BIOS. >>>>>>>>>>>> When the system is restarted with the disc in place the >>>>>>>>>>>> system does displace the "click any key to boot from the CD" >>>>>>>>>>>> but when this is done Windows boots normally. >>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>> Try another keyboard. >>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>> What kind of keyboard do you have? PS/2 or USB? Wireless >>>>>>>>>>> perhaps? Is there a keyboard-specific setting in the BIOS that >>>>>>>>>>> may need to be changed? >>>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>>> If it's not the keyboard, then either both CDs are bad or the >>>>>>>>>>> CD drive is bad. >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> Also... >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> What is the make and model of your PC and/or motherboard? >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>>> . >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> . >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> . >>>> >>>> >>>> . >> >> >> .
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