i can' install windowx xp on a toshiba notebook

[carloz55]

i try to install on a toshiba notebook a windows xp
begfore was installed a same windows but i format a hd because was full of virus
and now when i try to install all go well untill he start to write on hd and a notebook shut down

somebody can help me?
tank's a lot
Carloz55
mexico

 

[Radcon]

What are the install steps you are using to install XP? When you chose the hard drive to install to did you format the partition to NTFS and then install or just install?

I would think you would need to format the drive partition before you installed just to get rid of the old problems.

 

[linney]

Try running ChkDsk /r from the Recovery Console.

HOW TO: Install and Use the Recovery Console for Windows XP (Q307654)

http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q307/6/54.asp

The hard drive manufacturer will have free diagnostic software to thoroughly check your drive.

These articles have a very good check list of things to check which may prevent installation and setup.

HOW TO: Prepare to Upgrade Windows 98 or Windows Millennium Edition to Windows XP(Q316639)

http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q316/6/39.asp

310064 - HOW TO: Troubleshoot Windows XP Problems During Installation When You Upgrade from Windows 98 or Windows Me

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310064&FR=1&PA=1&SD=HSCH

You can then refer to this article when you try to format and install your XP.

HOW TO: Partition and Format a Hard Disk in Windows XP (Q313348)

http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q313/3/48.asp

Read the paragraph,
"How to Partition and Format Your Hard Disk by Using Windows XP Setup."


For more help (shows enlargeable screenshots) go here.

http://www.blackviper.com/Articles/OS/InstallXPPro/installxppro1.htm