Pending: win xp reinstall will it delete other files

matabhaine · 01-05-2009

i tried a search but as i only have internet access in the library and 19 minutes left i will post this, if this has been covered please post me any links you can find, i have a pc in need of a reinstall, i want to fix win xp errors but do not wish to delete any other files i have downloaded, any help appreciated

Gandalf · 01-05-2009

That depends on the options you select during installation.
Have a read...
How to Reinstall Windows XP - PC World

Arctos · 01-05-2009

Do a repair install, the only files you will lose are the security updates. All of your personal files will be safe if you follow the instructions correctly.

Seing as the clock is ticking for you I will quote the website:

Configure your computer to start from the CD-ROM drive. For more information about how to do this, refer to your computer's documentation or contact your computer manufacturer. Then insert your Windows XP Setup CD, and restart your computer.

1. When the Press any key to boot from CD message is displayed on your screen, press a key to start your computer from the Windows XP CD.

2. Press ENTER when you see the message To setup Windows XP now, and then press ENTER displayed on the Welcome to Setup screen.

3. Do not choose the option to press R to use the Recovery Console.

4. In the Windows XP Licensing Agreement, press F8 to agree to the license agreement.

5. Make sure that your current installation of Windows XP is selected in the box, and then press R to repair Windows XP.

6. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete Setup.

microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/helpandsupport/learnmore/tips/doug92.mspx

Print this out and take it with you...

Edit: The wizard beat me to it...

01-05-2009	#1
matabhaine Bronze Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: scotland Posts: 3 PC Experience: Some Experience	win xp reinstall will it delete other files i tried a search but as i only have internet access in the library and 19 minutes left i will post this, if this has been covered please post me any links you can find, i have a pc in need of a reinstall, i want to fix win xp errors but do not wish to delete any other files i have downloaded, any help appreciated Last edited by vger; 06-24-2009 at 03:03 AM.

01-05-2009	#2
Gandalf Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: California, USA Posts: 4,407 PC Experience: PC Guru	Re: win xp reinstall will it delete other files That depends on the options you select during installation. Have a read... How to Reinstall Windows XP - PC World __________________ Klaatu Barada Nikto < Pre-Work ><CPUID>< SFC >< AV Scan >< BSOD >< Belarc ><How-To Geek> Join the PC Help Forum WCG Team and fight cancer with us!

01-05-2009	#3
Arctos Tech Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bundaberg, Australia Posts: 4,304 PC Experience: RTM Assoc. Dip.	Re: win xp reinstall will it delete other files Do a repair install, the only files you will lose are the security updates. All of your personal files will be safe if you follow the instructions correctly. Seing as the clock is ticking for you I will quote the website: Configure your computer to start from the CD-ROM drive. For more information about how to do this, refer to your computer's documentation or contact your computer manufacturer. Then insert your Windows XP Setup CD, and restart your computer. 1. When the Press any key to boot from CD message is displayed on your screen, press a key to start your computer from the Windows XP CD. 2. Press ENTER when you see the message To setup Windows XP now, and then press ENTER displayed on the Welcome to Setup screen. 3. Do not choose the option to press R to use the Recovery Console. 4. In the Windows XP Licensing Agreement, press F8 to agree to the license agreement. 5. Make sure that your current installation of Windows XP is selected in the box, and then press R to repair Windows XP. 6. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete Setup. microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/helpandsupport/learnmore/tips/doug92.mspx Print this out and take it with you... Edit: The wizard beat me to it... __________________ PCHF open 24/7 - Antiques made daily... Join the PC Help Forum WCG Team and fight cancer with us!

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