How to Install Windows XP Using a Floppy
- 1). Click the page for Windows XP Floppy Install in Resources, select your version of XP, and click the "Download" link.
- 2). Click "Save" and save the file to your desktop.
- 3). Insert a blank floppy, double-click the downloaded file and follow the onscreen prompts (inserting new disks when instructed) to create your floppy setup disks.
- 4). Insert the first floppy into the computer and restart the PC. Press any key when prompted to boot from the floppy.
- 5). Press "Enter" at the welcome screen and press "F8" to accept the license terms.
- 6). Highlight the drive upon which you wish to install Windows XP and press "Enter." Input your CD key, computer name and network details as prompted to complete the install.
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