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LOL! Got to admit, this definitely should be in the Funny Farm! Who educates these folks? Bozo the Clown? (The numbers are correct, but the assumptions are wrong - "upgrade to Vista"?)

Make and model of computer? SP-level of your XP-Pro (RTM, SP1, SP2, SP3)? Sometimes (depending on above) you can't use an add-in video card when the PC already has a built-in (i.e. Integrated) video. You also have to (in the BIOS) allow for PnP OS. Also, looks like the Integrated is the VIA TECH VT8361/8601 Graphics Controller. Do you currently have the monitor plugged into your Gforce? If so, then you should be good for the go - check your BIOS for Video/VGA settings; you may need to disable the Integrated (there will be a conflict in XP due to 2 adapters being in the device list). Does the Gforce show in the Device List and is it functional (insurance to verify it's indeed ok)? BTW, there's a method to allow for multiple graphics cards in XP. Haven't done it yet, but it's for the purpose of having 2 monitors hooked up (extending your Desktop).

CD-Burner XP does not support 98, it runs only on: Windows 2000/XP/2003 Server/Vista Older versions do. There's an archive link on the website. AFAIK, version 3.5 (and older) uses VBRun (smaller footprint) and anything above 3.5 requires .NET (no clue as to which version). Bottom line - try the archive, download starting at 3.5, test it, then start incrementally downloading archives and testing until you get to the one that doesn't work.

@jerryw1976 - follow jaclaz' instructions (pretty smart person). if possible, attempt to backup the whole HDD (including that recovery partition). otherwise, do each partition one at a time as you are instructed (step-by-step). the reason i say this is because it's possible that you can save the recovery partition on a cd (via XP machine) and expand the laptop bootable partition to the HDD full capacity (getting ahead of jaclaz' instructions...). the whole point of the instructions is to "failsafe" your upgrades in case something goes wrong. that way (providing you can boot to a cd-rom) you can construct some backup cd's that can restore your laptop for whatever your needs may be. Just an FYI...

Yup, almost true. But if you look on the main MSFN page you'll see that the the flaw in IE7 that may also apply to IE6, so be aware! Go here to read about it - http://www.msfn.org/comments.php?shownews=23049

FYI - sometimes MS downloads don't always work so hot (using built-in download/Save). If you look closely (during the download operation) you might be able to get the direct link (sometimes/usually on the "Thank You For Downloading" screen; just cancel the download and look for the Link on the screen) and use a downloader (e.g. FlashGet). This has happened to me before so I always try to use the downloader instead - pretty failsafe... HTH

MODE=restore is a file-to-disk operation. MODE=prestore is a file-to-partition operation. Go here - ftp://ftp.symantec.com/public/english_us_.../ghost/manuals/ and get Ghost_ref_guide.pdf for all information you need (this is for Ghost 8 but is probably applicable to you as well). This is in case you don't have it already. Read the sections on Command Line Switches and Cloning carefully. Appears you may have used a MODE=create when creating the backup instead of MODE=pcreate. Warning - if doing partition-only backup/restore you may want to be prepared to recreate the boot sector (MBR). Usually, MODE=create/MODE=restore is the combo used to clone entire disk-to-disk and this is not your case. Just read the Ref. HTH (and be careful you don't wipe your backup and not have a good "restored C-" partition or else you'll be reinstalling)

Uhhh, you might want to be careful about clearing the INF folder. Yes, if you don't have a given piece of hardware (e.g. a modem/modems as you have deleted) it's ok to delete that INF file, but if you delete something (a device) you have you will need to reinstall it. There appears to be roughly 14mb of files in my INF folder, so one would assume that if you were to track down all devices and the INF's and related software, remainder of unused could undoubtedly be deleted. Again, TAKE CARE when doing this, or you'll go belly-up!

OK, this confuses me... Here are the options when you (at least for me) press F5 - - ACPI Multiprocessor PC - ACPI Uniprocessor PC - Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) PC <-this one usuallly works - Compaq SystemPro Multiprocessor or 100% Compatible PC - MPS Uniprocessor PC - MPS Multiprocessor PC - Standard PC - Standard PC with C-Step i486 - Other Where the frack did your CD come from that the other HAL options are missing? You do realize that there's a scroll bar to the right, yes? Maybe you just haven't scrolled to see them all (you indicate only seeing the last two)? I don't want to go into the details of what all the options mean (HAL=Hardware Abstraction Layer) because it should be unnecessary. As for the hidden partition, you may very well be attempting to boot into it (that can happen) by default since you claim to have "blown away" the Primary partition. Note that the "hidden parition" may show as the first partition. Manufacturers usually install a Recovery Partition (the "hidden" one) then pull a "stunt" to flip/flop the C/D-drive so that the Running Partition is now the C. Again, if you don't have the Full Install cd (OEM or Retail and NOT Upgrade) then you may be in for a surprise. I assume you have one because you have the F5 option available. Try again (using the scroll) using instructions previously given.

[quote name='jaclaz' post='819245' date='Dec 15 2008, 02:05 PM']I'm sure the OP will be relieved by having his problems solved after more than 4 years... jaclaz[/quote]DOH!!! "Pay attention, dude" (says to self sheepishly ). Who searches these things up and posts to them? Dumb-a@@'s like me! (No, didn't search this, just found it in the Active Topics). Ennyhoo, clarified a misstatement by majormashup (new to the forum, apparently). Sorry, Jac, will pay more attention here-on-out.

Yes, you can reinstall without losing anything but it's a special way to do it, so don't bother with that just yet. And hogwash on the "fresh install". Been running my system for three years+ and not a whimper of performance issues and loads of other software installed. You mainly get performance hits when you have too many applications and services running simultaneously (ref. cluberti's comments). I would suggest that perhaps you have some "stuff" on your PC that shouldn't be there (e.g. spyware/adware/viruses/trojans/etc.). Look in the "Malware Prevention and Security" forum for suggested tips to get rid of any potentials. That kind of junk may be hidden from you and clog performance. Just check with Ctl+Alt+Del and check that Task Manager for flakey-looking stuff! (this is in addition to cluberti's suggestions)

True. More info here -http://support.microsoft.com/kb/154488 (btw thought this was a WIN98 topic? oh well...)

Can you translate that into english? They mean go here -http://www.msfn.org/board/index.php?showtopic=97816 The fix in question is included...

Uhhh, second one is from the MS site...

1 - If using a win98 cd to delete partitions, fine, but don't create new ones with it. Just reboot into the XP CD. 2 - When you use F5 don't select 486, try selecting ACPI (not the multi-processor - that's for more than one CPU; multi-core is a single CPU) 3 - Let the XP CD tell you it needs space to install to, and select Unpartitioned Space and Format. 4 - Try the install again! <-(edited here - not a "dude", DUH! - sorry, Barb) The above should work (even using the XP cd alone, when asked where to install). And, BTW, Partition #1 is the C-drive (same-o, same-o). Otherwise, you may very well have a bad drive in which case after the Partition/Format step you may want to reboot to the Recovery Console and run "Chkdsk /F", reboot, do step#2, and in step#3 select the existing partition. And, I might add that the Win98 Boot may not "see" the "hidden" partition, in whch case you may need some kind of Partitioning software (there are freeware ones) to get rid of it.

@majormashup - Not necessarily. There is such a thing as a "Generic OEM" that works on any PC and is not PC-locked. AFAIK, this is used by System Builders via Sysprep (may be and probably am wrong about that) wherein the key is changed to a unique key for licensing purposes. Certain files may also be replaced to lock them to the PC/vendor. And, BTW, don't bother with a tutorial... there's already one on MSFN (look around!). FWIW, all versions (excluding VLK/VOL), must be activated anyhow. There's a possibility that the Upgrade CD you're using is a Retail CD (you had stated you "made your own"). And I must point out that there's a limit to the number of times you can activate a given key within a certain period of time. There's a way/software to test the keys in your collection for what type it is, but I can't tell you that (against the rules and illegal). The only thing you can do is try different combos and test them each. Also go here - [url="http://wiki.lunarsoft.net/wiki/Product_IDs"]http://wiki.lunarsoft.net/wiki/Product_IDs[/url] for a usually accurate and up-to-date list and description of Product-ID's. Lastly, there is a method of changing the "type" of install (within group, i.e. Home, Pro, etc.) by copying certain files from the Service Packs (info in the SP; figure it out yourself; sorry...) then modifying the SETUPP.INI. Also depends on what SP-level you start at (I think...). HTH, and have fun constructing them (BTW, if it's not a complete CD, you may have problems). And be careful, everyone, that you don't tread on the forum rules!

Assumptions: 1 - you are booting from a CD (an actual XP CD, not a Restore CD) 2 - you are deleting all existing partitions first 3 - you are creating a new partition and not formatting an old one 4 - you are formatting the new partition If the above is true, then there should be no problem. FYI, re-read TranceEnergy's comment about a "hidden" partition. I don't know about the Notebook thing, but check your documentationas per whether it's ACPI-compliant. This should be selected during Clean Install when the "Press F6" message comes up (press F5 instead and select the correct HAL). Try describing step-by-step all info regarding the partitioning/formatting. You must be doing something wrong. "Toshiba Satellite® A105 Notebook Series Offers Balanced Portability and Perfomance with Wide Range of Options. 15.4-inch Diagonal Widescreen Notebooks Start Under $900; Select Models Offer Intel Core™ Duo or Solo Processors, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center. IRVINE, Calif., (March 28, 2006) — Toshiba’s Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today announced the latest Satellite® A105 Series notebooks, offering consumers a wide range of options, from a sub-$9001 notebook to systems incorporating the Intel® Core™ Duo or Intel Core Solo processors2 and Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center for enhanced multimedia performance and management." One must assume that it probably has a hidden partition. What are you trying to re-install from (see above assumptions)?

Since you posted in this forum, did you look at the Forum Rules at the top? You need a file or two that is NOT supplied in vLite. Also, check the Tutorial. It tells you most of everything you need to know and gives a link to the WAIK (from MS). And I won't swear to this, but I believe it can be done on XP. Just read a little first and do so searching before making a request in a topic that already has the answers provided elsewhere. Peace, and welcome.

Did you use this? http://www.sis.com/support/support_prodid.htm It's a SIS online helper to ensure you get the correct drivers. Also guides you through downloads. If you used the wrong drivers (IGP vs AGP) it won't work. Appears to be an Abit, but built by SIS as a SIS671FX MoBo. Did the driver you used install? If so try rolling it back out and use the above link. It appears from the screen shots you have an AGP 8x (either a slot=AGP or integrated=IGP). BTW, an IGP will be somewhere near the USB, Mouse, etc, connectors and AGP will be the first Slot below that. It appears that the driver is not installed, since you were able to boot it to get a CPUz screenshot. Also, CPUz may not necessarily tell you whether it's integrated or not. Aida32 would have been more useful and the above link exactly what you need.

1 - all of the Desktop and Start Menu items stored/created in the Administrator account will be in "C:\ Documents And Settings\userid\Desktop" folder and "C:\Documents And Settings\userid\Start Menu", where "userid" is the signon name you used as the Administrator account. Normally, all will be simple shortcuts (a little arrow beneath it). If there is no arrow, then it's either probably something common to the "All Users" userid (also under Documents And Settings folder) or maybe something stored in the Desktop folder (an installer program, a document you stored there, etc.). While signed on as the administrator, copy those items (the Desktop folder and Start Menu folder) to a common folder (e.g. C:\TEMPTEST) then log on as the Regular User and see if you can run them (mainly the shortcuts; the other items may already be executed, as in installers so DON'T run them again). If they work, you can (under the Admin account) move them to the "All Users" folder and they will be accessible to everyone. This can be changed via Policies (another subject) for who and who cannot run a program (where the shortcuts usually point to).2 - No, but number 1 will apply (in reverse), unless the account is limited to not allowing. 3 - Not AFAIK; Windows/Microsoft Updates will happen regardless. In short, study up on Pre-installed Users and the types of User Groups there are, what they can and can't do, and how to manipulate them (DO NOT mess with pre-installed groups; make a new group called TEST and fiddle with that). and search, search,search, before posting a new topic that has already been visited (the answer is probably already there). HTH edit - You didn't lose a darn thing. it's all as I stated above (some things are in other folders than what I said though). If you're referring to e.g. Outlook Express, it's irrelevant unless you use POP3/SMTP (another subject); if you go to the Web Email site then you should be able to sign in using the original account. If you want to stick with the Admin account, make sure you have a strong password. Generally, it's not safe to use an Administrator Group account unless you are very careful. I do (Admin), but I practice (I hope) safe surfing.

Haven't fiddled with this for a while, but utilizing the Microsoft Loopback Adapter (can't remember where you install it from; think it's part of VPC) and bridging it with the LAN NIC (specify the Bridge in the VM Settings) then installing LANMAN to the running VM (can't remember where it is, but it's on MS' FTP site) using the DC21X4 driver (available from Intel?) that you gain access to the Local Area Network. Of course, you have to set up everything correctly in the Virtual DOS/Windows. Sorry for no more specifics, but as I said it's been a while. Heck, I could even print to my locally attached printer! This is only a rough outline (from memory) and done on Server2k3, so not sure whether Win2k will do this (maybe not). BTW, took a while before I figured it out (on my PC), but it worked. I also assume you have more than one NIC (one for the LAN and one for the Internet). This is how you can access the Internet as well (via Internet Connection Sharing). Go here - http://labmice.techtarget.com/networking/ics.htm for ICS (and other info) for Win2k. Note - after doing a search, I found that Win2k does not have Network Bridge (xp and up only) but if you go here - http://www.ntkernel.com/w&p.php?id=20 there is a freeware Bridging software that may work. HTH, good luck, and plan on spending some time reading and testing. p.s. AFAIK, Win3.1 doesn't have Networking but the LanManager stuff is an add-on to bring it up to Win3.11 (WFW) capability. And you must be playing around with this old stuff (kind of like I was).

Dunno about "speed up the mouse", but Logitech still provides drivers. Just go there and look for Support then identify your particular flavor. It's called Mouseware. HTH

Go look at this post - http://www.msfn.org/board/index.php?s=&amp...st&p=816658 It may do what you want (haven't tried it yet).

Nerwin - I feel bad for ya, man. My dad crashed into a tree on a state route in the middle of town before Thanksgiving in 1997. I was kinda stuck with the final decision to "let him go" at the hospital. Yeah, it sux but ya gotta get on with life and appreciate those remaining while they're still here. My heart goes out to you and yours. Give them all a hug for us.

Your versioning assessment appears to be correct (Adobe) and Foxit does have problems. However, security is based upon having an infected PDF document (AFAIK), so one might have the foresight to not download just "any old PDF". The big difference between Adobe and Foxit (failing) is the footprint. Also, any PDF created with a higher-than 6.x and opened with a lower version may give a warning but still opens. I still use (or have used) them both with no problem (Foxit gives me fits). I can agree with a suggestion that if others can find an alternative, it should be listed, but (not sure about this without an MSFN search) this subject may have already been visited (links anyone?). Peace! (not snarking, ok? all respect given...)