I bought my own copy, so when I install it, do I just override what's already on there?
2006-09-29 03:15:08 · 5 answers · asked by phil5775 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
it will tell you that you already have the windows xp installed so overide it
2006-09-29 03:22:18 · answer #1 · answered by john n 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have your own copy of Windows, you can insert the CD in your CD-Rom drive and reboot your PC. Follow the instructions and when it will ask you to reinstall Windows, it will tell you that a version already exists. You can overwrite the installation, and this should keep your files and programs (however, I highly recomment a backup before you do this!).
Don't format, just reinstall. If it asks you to format your drive, you've not selected the right option. Go back and select another one.
Then, durint the installation, it will prompt you for your Windows key. Enter your own key and proceed with the installation.
Once completed, go on Windows Update to get the latest patches.
Good luck!
2006-09-29 03:25:15 · answer #2 · answered by Bernz 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to wipe your hard drive and windows xp won't allow you to use someone else's copy it has a address stamp on it not allowing so you have to buy your own
2006-09-29 03:24:37 · answer #3 · answered by marshall6922 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell it you want a complete install, be sure you have backups of any data.
you are wise to buy your own copy... in 30 days, most "not paid for" copies stop working.
2006-09-29 03:20:13 · answer #4 · answered by disco legend zeke 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
complete override install..
2006-09-29 03:23:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋