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Hi,

I need to format my C: drive due to missing files, would
anyone be able to tell me how I can do this.

Once the PC has been formated will I be able to install
windows again just by placing the CD into the drive and
re booting the system.

All your support is appreciated.

Adam.

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Hi

Do you know which files are missing? From Start>Run type

sfc /scannow

The above will check for any corrupted system files and replace them. You
will need to have your XP CD to hand.

If that doesn't help, you can try a 'Repair' install of XP:

How to Perform a Windows XP Repair Install"
http://michaelstevenstech.com/XPrepairinstall.htm

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"Adam" <Adam@pcnetsupport.co.uk> wrote in message
news:445601c48914$5ca45000$a301280a@phx.gbl...
> Hi,
>
> I need to format my C: drive due to missing files, would
> anyone be able to tell me how I can do this.
>
> Once the PC has been formated will I be able to install
> windows again just by placing the CD into the drive and
> re booting the system.
>
> All your support is appreciated.
>
> Adam.

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