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Reinstalling Windows Without CD
Name: Spudnik Date: April 6, 2004 at 13:53:09 Pacific OS: Windows 98 CPU/Ram: no clue
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Hello there, I found in this forum how to reinstall windows without a cd. I wanted to reinstall it over the existing version as not to lose any files! I remember it went c:windows/cabs/ something, but then I can't remember. It may not have even been that, but I think that's what I remember. I've searched and searched for the post again, but couldn't find it. I do not have ANY windows boot discs or cds. Could someone PLEASE help??
It will take about 30 minutes or so, follow the prompts and do EXACTLY what it says.
If you get an error during the installation, then you will have to get the disks and re-format your hard drive and do a clean install. Without the disks, your out of luck my friend.
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Response Number 3
Name: Spudnik Date: April 6, 2004 at 17:42:31 Pacific
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thank you all for your help...I appreciate it!
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Response Number 4
Name: Bud Wise Date: April 9, 2004 at 00:34:15 Pacific
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If you really need a disk and you have a cd burner, download an ISO or Bin/Cue file from a file sharing network like Edonkey2000.
NO, its not illegal if you own or have an original copy
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