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Old December 5th 09, 12:35 AM posted to alt.sys.pc-clone.compaq
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Default HP Presario problem with installation of XP


"mc090203195_aa" wrote in message
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I was installing windows xp on my laptop. The CD gave error and the
setup was interuprted and finshed. However the hard disk was
formatted.

Now i am trying to do new installation with another cd. As soon as the
setup starts it gives error
that 'Windows did not found any removable hard disks' and the setup
quits.

Help me

Suspect when it was interrupted , it had NOT completely format, so drive is
in bad state.
Boot from a windows 98 floppy.
Format the hard drive .
form A:\ prompt type

sys /c
MAkes drive bootable.
Remove floppy disc - reboot.
Should see a C:\ prompt.
If so - good. Retry install.