"INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEM"

To perform a new install of Windows XP:

1. Insert your XP CD in the drive.

2. Click Install Windows.

3. The first setup screen asks you what type of installation to perform.
   

4. If you accept it, click I Accept This Agreement, then click Next.

5. Type in your Windows Product Key, then click Next.

6. The next screen lets you choose from a variety of options. If you'd like to copy all the installation files to your hard drive or you'd like to choose the drive and partition where XP is installed.The Magnifier lets you magnify portions of the screen. Click Next when you ready to proceed.

7. The next screen lets you choose which FileSystem to use.
   

This file system provides better reliability and security, manages your hard disk space more efficiently, and offers additional advanced file functions.

Not all operating systems can handle NTFS, so if you intend to install XP alongside such an operating system, choosing FAT32 is the way to go.

8. If you have an active Internet connection, you can use Dynamic Update to gather the latest XP setup and driver files.Click Next to continue.

9. To ensure your hardware is compatible with XP,
   

Click Finish. Setup will copy installation files to your hard drive, restart your system and proceed through the full setup procedure.