Getting There!

[Lissy22]

Ok guys, new keyboard, keys move!!! You are awesome!
But........ it says it "not partitioned or Fat 32", and cancels my format. any resource sites, or advice?I have Fat32
Lissy

[Buenchico]

I'm starting to get out of my depth here. (I still use Windows Millennium, so don't expect me to be an expert on anything to do with XP or Vista!). However, it seems that something here might be relevant:
http://www.ridgecrop.demon.co.uk/index.htm?fat 32format.htm

Chris

[ACtheTROLL]

me again!

the clue is in the message !! ... but it's odd that XP won't install to a fat32 partition ... or won't try to partition an unpartitioned disc!.

play with this ... and see what should happen

http://www.bestvistadownloads.com/rd.html?url= http%3A%2F%2Fwww.echoproject.net%2Fen%2Fsoftwa re%2Fcatalog%2Fwinxp%2Fwinxp_simulator.exe

if all else fails
I hope you have a windows98 boot disc?

if not get one here ....
http://www.bootdisk.com/bootdisk.htm
(the 98se option)

create a boot floppy .... start your machine with it and use fdisk to delete
logical drives
extended partition
primary partition

reboot - this time with the XP CD and try again

[Lissy22]

I am following your instructions to the letter. Will report back crying or happy, happy! Thanks again

[Lissy22]

I DID IT!!!

I can't thank you enough for your help. I never in the world could have done this without you both. People like you who reach out, make this world a much better place. I'm sure I'll "step in it again" so watch for me.
Thank you and regards.
Lissy

[ACtheTROLL]

nice when a good plan comes together......


better than a crossword puzzle
(although you used a few cross words?)