Is it difficult to reformat my Harddrive?

Question

I wish to reformat my hard drive and reinstall Windows XP. I bought my computer from DELL. From my understanding, it didn't come with a reinstall CD, and that I can reinstall without a CD. How can I do that?

Answer 1

YOU CAN install your windows operating system without a CD..
This is called a "system recovery"
I do not have the disk either. My windows XP, was already loaded on my computer, when I bought it. These instructions, will clean everything off of your hard drive, so you must back up anything that you want to save. I have done this three times, and I got these instructions, from a computer tech. When starting your computer, tap the F-10 key. click on next-yes-and follow the instructions, that come up on your screen. When you are finished, your computer, will look just like it did, when you first bought it. Do these steps, in order, when finished.
1. set up windows firewall
2. windows update (click express)
3. install your anti-virus program (update)
4. install anti-spyware (update)
5.install windows service pack, 2..Good Luck..

Answer 2

supposedly the XP software should be bundled to your dell. you can not install your xp without your xp cd software.

unless if you are expert enough on remote installation where you can install a software from another computer connected to your unit.

for xp program, reformatting the hd is an option. make sure you choose that for an automatic reformat and re-installation

aside from the cd, a CD KEY should also come along with it as you can not install your XP with out your cd-key

good luck

Answer 3

got to dells support website and ask the tech geeks there how you burn the restore CD image from your hard drive, or read/download the online manual for your computer model

Answer 4

sorry i don't know i wish i could help u