Reparer installation windows xp

Install the latest service pack for Windows XP. For more information, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:. When Windows XP has been repaired and is running correctly, reinstall the later version of Internet Explorer.

This installation package may still be on the computer from the first time that you installed the later version of Internet Explorer. Locate the installation package in the folder in which you saved the files. Note This package may be located in the Temporary Internet Files folder. To connect to the Microsoft download site, you must have a functional Web browser. If Internet Explorer 6 does not work on the computer after you uninstall the later version of Internet Explorer, you cannot download the Internet Explorer installation package.

Therefore, you will have to use a computer that has a functional Web browser to download the Internet Explorer installation package. Then, use a shared network drive to install the program from the downloaded installation package on this other computer onto the repaired computer. If you cannot use a shared network for this purpose, copy the Internet Explorer installation package onto a CD on the second computer.

Then, use this CD to install Internet Explorer on the first computer. If you need help about how to install, reinstall, or uninstall Windows, visit the following Microsoft Web site:. Need more help? Expand your skills. Get new features first. Was this information helpful? Yes No. Press the Page Down key to advance through the licensing agreement faster. This is not to suggest that you should skip reading the agreement, though!

You should always read "small print" especially when it comes to operating systems and other software. On the next screen, Windows XP Setup needs to know which Windows installation you want to either repair or install a fresh copy over. The single installation of Windows on your PC should already be highlighted. If you have multiple installations, use the arrow keys on your keyboard to select the installation that you are wanting to reinstall.

Since we want to repair the selected Windows XP installation , press the R key to continue. Windows XP Setup will now delete the necessary system files from the Windows XP installation that's currently on your hard drive. This step usually only takes a few seconds and no user intervention is necessary. No data files like word processor files, spreadsheet files, music files, photos, etc.

Only system files that Windows XP is able to restore are being deleted. Windows XP Setup will now copy the necessary installation files from the installation CD to the hard drive.

This step usually only takes a few minutes and no user intervention is necessary. Windows XP will now begin installing. No user intervention is necessary. The Setup will complete in approximately: time estimation on the left is based on the number of tasks that the setup process has left to complete, not on a true estimation of the time it will take to complete them. Usually, the time here is an exaggeration. During installation, the Regional and Language Options window will appear.

The first section allows you to change the default language and the default location. If the options listed match your preferences, no changes are necessary. If you wish to make changes, select Customize and follow the directions given to install new languages or change locations. The second section allows you to change the default Windows XP input language and device. After you've made any changes, or if you've determined no changes are necessary, select Next. The Workgroup or Computer Domain window will appear next with two options for you to choose from— No, this computer is not on a network, or is on a network without a domain or Yes, make this computer a member of the following domain.

If you're installing Windows on a single computer or a computer on a home network, chances are the correct option to choose is No, this computer is not on a network, or is on a network without a domain. If you're on a network, enter the workgroup name of that network here. Otherwise, feel free to leave the default workgroup name and continue. If you're installing Windows XP in a corporate environment, you may need to choose the Yes, make this computer a member of the following domain option and enter a domain name, but check with your system administrator first.

If you're not sure, choose No, this computer is not on a network, or is on a network without a domain. You can always change this later once you're logged in to Windows XP. Select Next. The Windows XP repair installation will now finalize. The Welcome to Microsoft Windows screen appears next, informing you that the next few minutes will be spent setting up your computer.

Registration with Microsoft is optional, but if you'd like to do that now, choose Yes, I'd like to register with Microsoft now , select Next , and follow the instructions to register. Otherwise, choose No, not at this time , and select Next.

If you registered with your previous Windows XP installation that you are now repairing, you may not see this screen. Select your copy of Windows. Set your preferences. Install all Windows Updates. Did this summary help you? Yes No. Log in Social login does not work in incognito and private browsers. Please log in with your username or email to continue. No account yet? Create an account. Edit this Article. We use cookies to make wikiHow great.

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Make sure to get files from all of the possible locations, including My Documents, Desktop, and any other folders you may have created and placed files in. You should also track down your Windows Product Key in case you end up needing to do a complete reinstall. Your Product Key is typically located on the case that the Windows disc came in, or on a sticker affixed to your computer. If you bought your computer from a manufacturer such as Dell, you may have a recovery disc instead of a Windows XP disc.

Close out of the program that autoruns when you insert the disc. With the disc inserted, restart your computer. The key varies from system to system, and will be displayed beneath the manufacturer's logo. Common keys include: F2, F10, F12, and Delete. If Windows begins to load, the Setup key was not pressed in time and you will have to retry. Change your boot order.

It may be labeled slightly differently depending on your specific BIOS. Normally, the hard drive is the primary boot device. This means that the system attempts to boot from the hard disk first, loading your installed copy of Windows.

You want to change it so that it attempts to boot from your Windows disc before trying the hard drive. Once you've changed your boot order, save your changes and restart your computer. Start the installation. After you computer reboots again, you will see the message Press any key to boot from CD Press any key on you keyboard to start the Windows setup program.

Setup will load the files necessary to install Windows. This may take a few moments. Navigate to the Repair Installation option. When the setup program first loads, you will be greeted with a Welcome message. At the bottom of the screen, you will see keys that you can press to navigate the options.