I am trying to install windows XP. However it does not allow me to copy all files, it says some are damaged?

Question

The CD works perfectly, I have installed it on the other pc. I am not understanding why is that! Is it the HD?

Answer 1

Possible CD damage.....if you installed this on one system and tried installing it on an exact same computer then i would say it was the CD drive not reading...But if the second pc is of a diffrent type then diffrent files may be needed and might be corrupt..

just to be sure though just swap out you cd drive with a known working one and if it doesnt work then, well you know it;s the CD..

Answer 2

Which version of Microsoft Windows XP do you have? Do you have a Volume License? Microsoft Windows XP can usuallu only be installed and used on a single computer at any one time. If the version of Microsoft Windows is an "OEM" edition, then it your license to use it is additionally tied into a specific computer. You will need to purchase a second license to install and run a second copy. Its only about £170 -

http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/product/65800

It is possible that the hard disk disk or the optical disk reader is faulty in the second machine. Test by booting from a legal operating system - such as a Knoppix LiveCD.

Answer 3

Try installing UBUNTU instead. It's a free, reliable and up to date operating system. Also, all of the programs are FREE!!!

Answer 4

be very sure it isn't scratched or dirty try using a different CD drive if it still dose the same thing the harddrive or the board is bad

Answer 5

you go with to apply the 2nd R decision it fairly is restore decision so use the 2nd R this would provide help to repair your replica of domicile windows so which you will choose the domicile windows key so have it waiting

Answer 6

may be this is the reason.
its betterv dat u may consult any engineer
or person who is perfect in this work