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Installing XP

by m8g8 Sep 1, 2007 8:18PM PDT

I lost the CD which my computer came with, but still have the product key. I downloaded the software I need (XP home Oem) and the product key worked, but while it started installing, it said that there was no hard disk/drive.

I looked on the internet and heard that you need sata drivers? I do not really understand this.

If this helps, I have an Asus P5RD1-V motherboard and it was a custom made Pc.

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by MarkFlax Former Forum moderator Sep 1, 2007 8:51PM PDT

"I downloaded the software I need (XP home Oem)".

Windows OS's are not available from download, so I must assume this is a non-genuine copy of Windows, eg a pirate copy.

Discussing pirated versions of software contravenes Forum Policies and so I have locked this discussion. However, I realize that this situation may be different since you say you have the product key from your own computer, so I am seeking advice from the other Moderators about this.

If they agree in these circumstances that this discussion can continue, then it will be unlocked.

Sorry.

Mark

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