Among the operating systems, Windows XP is the undoubted leader, it is she who is installed on the computers of most users. Usually a computer is purchased with an already installed OS, but often the user needs to reinstall the operating system and fine-tune it.
Instructions
Step 1
The need to reinstall the OS arises in the event of a significant slowdown in its work, an increase in the number of errors. In this case, boot the computer, insert the installation disc into the DVD drive, and start the Windows XP installation. Then, after the corresponding menu appears, select the update mode (but not a new installation!). In this case, the operating system will be installed over the old one, which will save all programs and settings.
Step 2
In the event that you install the OS on a new computer, want to completely replace the operating system or install it as a second OS on another disk, the installation process is started immediately after turning on the computer. To start the installation from a CD, at computer start press F 12 and select boot from CD in the menu that opens.
Step 3
If for some reason you cannot open the boot menu, enter the BIOS, usually for this you need to press the Del or F2 key after turning on the computer. After entering the BIOS, find the boot menu and in the "first boot" line, set the boot from CD. Save and exit setup, then restart your computer. Booting from the CD starts.
Step 4
During the installation process, the computer will restart several times. Important: Immediately after the first reboot, select the hard disk as the boot device again, otherwise the installation from the CD will restart. During the installation process, you will be prompted to select the hard drive on which the system will be installed, and the file system - select NTFS. If the drive is new, it will be formatted. If already formatted to NTFS, leave the file system unchanged by selecting the appropriate option in the menu offered to you. If there is an old OS on the disk and you are installing a new one instead, format the disk.
Step 5
Further installation should take place without delay, at the very end the screen resolution can be adjusted - you will need to accept the proposed extension option (recommended) or refuse and adjust the resolution later. You will also be prompted to choose a username and password. In the event that you are working on a home computer, you do not need to enter the password.
Step 6
After the installation is complete, you will see the standard Windows XP splash screen. Now install the necessary drivers for your motherboard and video card - the installation discs should be included with your computer. If there are no installation discs, you will have to search the Internet for the necessary drivers. To know what drivers are needed, test your computer with any test system - for example, the Everest program. It will give all the necessary information about the type of motherboard and video card.
Step 7
The next step is to configure Windows XP. For the OS to run as quickly as possible, you should disable unused services. To do this, sequentially open: Start - Control Panel - Administrative Tools - Services. You can disable: Automatic update (if you do not use it), Wireless configuration - if you are not working with wireless access devices, Server, Secondary logon, System recovery service (it is of little use, it is rarely possible to restore the computer), Time service, Remote Registry, Security Center (it only issues warnings, but does not protect anything itself).
Step 8
Disable Remote Assistance: Control Panel - System - Remote Sessions. Uncheck the box next to "Allow sending an invitation to remote assistance." If you are using a third-party firewall, disable Windows Firewall: Control Panel - Firewall. If extensions are not displayed in the file names, open any folder, then go to: Tools - Folder Options - View and uncheck the "Hide extensions for registered file types" line.
Step 9
The operating system is configured. Do not forget to regularly, at least once a month, clean it with the appropriate utilities from garbage and, if necessary, defragment the system disk - this will speed up the system. To defragment, go to: Start - All Programs - Accessories - System Tools - Disk Defragmenter. Then select the required disk from the list, click the "Analyze" button. If defragmentation is required, a corresponding message will appear.
