Trying to install/upgrade from Windows 98 to XP Pro but hit a few minor problems!

 

During the install several complaints about not being able to copy certain files over, so hit ESC to carry on then on the reboot XP kept getting stuck so had to revert back to 98.

 

XP install did complain about the fact that Norton was running so I have just deleted all Norton Anti-Virus, Clean Sweap etc.

 

Oh and when something in the install tried to write to the boot sector XP claimed that it was "Virus Like Activity!" WTF???

 

So just before I try again just wondered if any of you guys have anything to add that might help me out a tad?

 

TIA

sounds like your CD is knackered m8, try another one. Also turn off the 'virus protection' in your BIOS that will stop the warning when the boto sector is being written.

sounds like your CD is knackered m8, try another one. Also turn off the 'virus protection' in your BIOS that will stop the warning when the boto sector is being written.

 

Okey kokey bud, will give it another go! ;)

The virus like activity is XP trying to write to the boot sector.

 

I wouldn't upgrade from 98 to XP, I would do a full installation.

I agree with SRRAE, do a clean install, 98 to XP is just not worth the hassle and your end up formatting the bloody thing anyway!

although win 98 and xp were produced by mr slimey (gates)

they are basically two different os, so as above m8 the hassle that will be caused is a nightmare, IF thats the way you want to go, then try this checker first, should tell you what drivers etc you maybe missing to work under xp

 

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/howtobuy/upgrading/advisor.asp

 

then any your missing you can grab before attempting a full install

OK will do, tried the upgrade route again after removing Norton and few other bits and pieces and it doesn't wanna know! :( So will go for the full monty. ;)

 

Back in another hour or so! ROFLMFAO :)

always best to go full monty, just done mine with a new motherboard saves a lot of grief later.format it lol!