How to Re-Install Windows XP
- 1). Be sure that you have the original CDs that contain the Windows XP operating system. The disks should also include a product key somewhere, which you will need to complete the installation. The product key is sometimes found on a sticker on the disk sleeve or inside the manual booklet.
- 2). Check to see if you have Internet Explorer 7 installed on your computer. If you do, uninstall it before attempting to re-install Windows XP. You cannot re-install the Windows XP operating system if you have Internet Explorer 7 installed on your computer.
- 3). Re-boot your computer. When it starts up, insert your Windows XP installation CD into the CD drive.
- 4). Select "Upgrade" in the welcome window that appears next, and then click "Next."
- 5). Review the License Agreement. If you agree, check the box that states that you accept the agreement, and click "Next."
- 6). Input the product key from the back of your disk sleeve or the inside of your operating system manual. Take care to input the product key correctly.
- 7). Select from several options about how and where you want Windows XP to be installed on your computer, and click "Next." Windows XP will then complete the installation process.
- 8). Re-install other software that was removed during the installation process, and transfer your personal files from your removable media back to your machine.
