How do I Repair an Install Format Boot in Windows XP?
- 1). Insert the XP CD into the computer. Restart the computer.
- 2). Press any key when prompted to boot from CD.
- 3). Press "Enter" at the Welcome and "F8" at the license terms.
- 4). Highlight the boot drive you wish to repair and reformat and press "Enter" to reinstall.
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