Install XP from your flashdisk
When your computer has a defect with its CD Drive and you are unable to read any CDs on it, you can choose to install Windows XP from a USB/ Flash disk and this is done quite easily. Below is what you need to do :
Step 1: Purchase a flashdisk that has a capacity of more than 1 GB.
Step 2: Download
usb_prep8 from the link
http://www.2shared.com/file/2581432/a65c092a/usb_prep8.html
Step 3: Download
bootsect from the link
http://www.2shared.com/file/2585881/5ad9ef68/bootsect.html
Step 3: An original licensed version of Windows XP on a CD as well as a spare computer or laptop.
Now, you will have to follow the procedures below:
1. Once you have downloaded the zipped folders, you can extract the zipped files
2. Choose usb_prep8.cmd and once the command prompt opens, choose any key to continue with the set up.
3. Once the PeToUSB window pops up, go to the 'Start' option to format your flashdisk.