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alifkaf

Hello,

I am getting an interesting and strange issue in my desktop. Would appreciate if you can help me find out the real reason.

Current condition: Not working at all.
Config - P4-40GB-512 RAM

1. I am not able to install any new OS in my machine. i tried it with dozens of different CD's but in vain. Every time it takes eternal time something like 10-15 hour to reach 30-35% of installation. and then it really stuck...and requires an hour or so to go to next percent.

2. At times, it gives an error of missing system files and dll's. Skipping/Aborting/Restarting doesn't work.

3. During this process I have formatted all my drives one by one. now there is nothing in my system.

4. I tried with different hard drives as well.

5. Somehow, Once I managed to install one trial version of XP SP3. But just for one month. Now even if i try to install the same XP, it doesnt work.

This is 4 year old PC and I can experiment anything or install any OS in it. Please suggest. Will appreciate any bit of help.

Thanks en avance.

essbebe

Do you have the original XP Installation CD ?

baldev

Try with new good quality SMPS.

abena

I am not really a pro in computer but the way I figure it I think it needed a help of a professional.. or it is time that you are going to replace it with a new one..just a suggestion only..

imrock

good idea!!assemble it.

itsmemad

@ alifkaf

Please try installing the OS after each step as each step is a possible solution.

1. Remove all the peripheral Devices connected to the Computer, except the Keyboard and Mouse.

2. Reseat the RAM modules in the Computer.

3. Reset the BIOS to its default settings.

4. Replace the Optical Drive.

If the issue still persists, get your Computer repaired at a local service center.

P.S.- I would have given Ubuntu installation (Ubuntu Install Guide (Step by Step)) a shot.

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alifkaf

Thanx fr ur response..

not really...but i have tried it with many installation cd's (and have wasted my many many sleeping hours)...and those cd's have the reputation of working fine on other systems...

alifkaf

Thanx fr ur response..

I can try that...if i know it wud work for sure

alifkaf

a bit of professional help means that I have to carry my system all over to Nehru Place(yes..am in new delhi) which indeed is quite cumbersome

i got a good working laptop...so i want to try all shots on my old buddy

thanks indeed fr ur suggestion

alifkaf

Thanks buddy ....would definitely try this ubuntu guide....sounds quite intersting
anything else u wud like to suggest...