how to Install Windows XP Part 3

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Step 12 - Choose your region and language

Step 13 - Type in your name and organization

 

Step 14. Enter your product key

 

Step 15 - Name the computer, and enter an Administrator password. Don't forget to write down your Administrator password

Step 16 - Enter the correct date, time and choose your time zone

Step 17 - For the network setting choose typical and press next.

Step 18 - Choose workgroup or domain name. If you are not a member of a domain then leave the default settings and press next. Windows will restart again and adjust the display.

Step 19 - Finally Windows will start and present you with a Welcome screen. Click next to continue.

Step 20 - Choose 'help protect my PC by turning on automatic updates now' and press next.

Step 21 - Will this computer connect to the internet directly, or through a network? If you are connected to a router or LAN then choose: 'Yes, this computer will connect through a local area network or home network'. If you have dial up modem choose: 'No, this computer will connect directly to the internet'. Then click Next

Step 22 - Ready to activate Windows? Choose yes if you wish to active Windows over the internet now. Choose no if you want to activate Windows at a later stage.

Step 23 - Add users that will sign on to this computer and click next.

 Step 24 - You will get a Thank you screen to confirm setup is complete. Click finish.

Step 25. Log in, to your PC for the first time.

 

Step 26 - You now need to check the device manager to confirm that all the drivers has been loaded or if there are any conflicts. From the start menu select Start -> Settings -> Control Panel. Click on the System icon and then from the System Properties window select the Hardware tab, then click on Device Manager

If there are any yellow exclamation mark "!" next to any of the listed device, it means that no drivers or incorrect drivers has been loaded for that device. In our case we have a Video Controller (VGA card) which has no drivers installed.

Your hardware should come with manufacturer supplied drivers. You need to install these drivers using the automatic setup program provided by the manufacturer or you need to manually install these drivers. If you do not have the drivers, check the manufacturers website to download them.

To install a driver manually use the following procedure:

(a) From the device manager double click on the device containing the exclamation mark.

(b) This would open a device properties window.

(c) Click on the Driver tab.

(d) Click Update Driver button. The Wizard for updating device driver pops up as shown below:

    You now get two options. The first option provides an automatic search for the required driver. The second option allows you to specify the location of the driver. If you don't know the location of the driver choose the automatic search which would find the required driver from the manufacturer supplied CD or Floppy disk. Windows would install the required driver and may ask you to restart the system for the changes to take affect. Use this procedure to install drivers for all the devices that contain an exclamation mark. Windows is completely setup when there are no more exclamation marks in the device manager.

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how to Install Windows XP Part 2

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Step 8 - This step is very important. Here we will create the partition where Windows will be installed. If you have a brand new unformatted drive you will get a screen similar to below. In our case the drive size is 8190MB. We can choose to install Windows in this drive without creating a partition, hence use the entire size of the drive. If you wish to do this you can just press enter and Windows will automatically partition and format the drive as one large drive.

    However for this demonstration I will create two partition. The first partition will be 6000MB (C: drive) and second partition would be 2180MB (E: drive). By creating two partition we can have one which stores Windows and Applications and the other which stores our data. So in the future if anything goes wrong with our Windows install such as virus or spyware we can re-install Windows on C: drive and our data on E: drive will not be touched. Please note you can choose whatever size partition your like. For example if you have 500GB hard drive you can have two partition of 250GB each.

Press C to create a partition.

 

    Windows will show the total size of the hard drive and ask you how much you want to allocate for the partition you are about to create. I will choose 6000MB. You will then get the screen below. Notice it shows C: Partition 1 followed by the size 6000 MB. This indicates the partition has been created. We still have an unpartitioned space of 2189MB. Next highlight the unpartitioned space by pressing down the arrow key. Then press C to create another partition. You will see the total space available for the new partition. Just choose all the space left over, in our case 2180MB. 

 

Step 9 - Now you will see both partition listed. Partition 1 (C: Drive) 6000MB and Partition 2 (E: Drive) 2180MB. You will also have 8MB of unpartitioned space. Don't worry about that. Just leave it how its is. Windows normally has some unpartitioned space. You might wonder what happened to D: drive. Windows has automatically allocated D: drive to CD/DVD-ROM.

Select Partition 1 (C: Drive) and press Enter

Step 10 - Choose format the partition using NTFS file system.This is the recommended file system. If the hard drive has been formatted before then you can choose quick NTFS format. We chose NTFS because it offers many security features, supports larger drive size, and bigger size files

Windows will now start formatting drive C: and start copying setup files as shown on the two images below :

Step 11 - After the setup has completed copying the files the computer will restart. Leave the XP CD in the drive but this time DO NOT press any key when the message "Press any key to boot from CD" is displayed. In few seconds setup will continue. Windows XP Setup wizard will guide you through the setup process of gathering information about your computer

 

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how to Install Windows XP Part 1

After we discussed about how to assemble computers we now try to install windows xp operating system

    This procedure demonstrates how to install Windows XP Professional. The procedure to install Windows XP home edition is very similar to the professional edition. Since Windows XP Pro is more advanced operating system, it will be used to demonstrate the installation procedure.

    The best way install Windows XP is to do a clean install. It is not difficult to perform a clean installation. Before you perform the installation I recommend that you check Windows XP Compatibility List to ensure that your hardware is supported by XP. If your hardware is not on the compatibility list you can check your hardware manufactures website to download the drivers for Windows XP. Save all the necessary drivers onto floppy disks or CD before you start the installation.

    All versions of Windows XP CD are bootable. In order to boot from CD/DVD-ROM you need to set the boot sequence. Look for the boot sequence under your BIOS setup and make sure that the first boot device is set to CD/DVD-ROM. You can then perform the following steps to install Windows XP:

Step 1 - Start your PC and place your Windows XP CD in your CD/DVD-ROM drive. Your PC should automatically detect the CD and you will get a message saying "Press any key to boot from CD". Soon as computer starts booting from the CD your will get the following screen:

Step 2 - At this stage it will ask you to press F6 if you want to install a third party Raid or SCSI driver. If you are using a an IDE Hard Drive then you do not need to press F6. If you are using a SCSI or SATA Hard drive then you must press F6 otherwise Windows will not detect your Hard Drive during the installation. Please make sure you have the Raid drivers on a floppy disk. Normally the drivers are supplied on a CD which you can copy to a floppy disk ready to be installed. If you are not sure how to do this then please read your motherboard manuals for more information. 

 

Step 3 - Press S to Specify that you want to install additional device.

Step 4 - You will be asked to insert the floppy disk with the Raid or SCSI drivers. Press enter after you have inserted the disk.

 

Step 5 - You will see a list of Raid drivers for your HDD. Select the correct driver for your device and press enter.

 

Step 6 - You will then get a Windows XP Professional Setup screen. You have the option to do a new Windows install, Repair previous install or quit. Since we are doing a new install we just press Enter to continue.

Step 7 - You will be presented with the End User Licensing Agreement. Press F8 to accept and continue

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Assembling a Computers

The following will be discussed on how to assemble a computer, especially for those who are just learning .. of some references that I learned .. then the following will be explained step by step how to assemble a computer, hopefully useful.

    Components of computer assemblers are available on the market with a wide selection of quality and price. By assembling your own computer, we can determine the types of components, capabilities and facilities of the computer according kebutuhan.Tahapan in computer assembly comprising:

    The following will be discussed on how to assemble a computer, especially for those who are just learning .. of some references that I learned .. then the following will be explained step by step how to assemble a computer, hopefully useful.

    Components of computer assemblers are available on the market with a wide selection of quality and price. By assembling your own computer, we can determine the types of components, capabilities and facilities of the computer as needed. Stages in the assembly of the computer consists of:

A. Preparation
B. Assembling
C. Testing
D. Troubleshooting

A Preparation 

    Good preparation will facilitate the assembly of the computer and avoid possible problems related timbul.Hal in preparation include: 1. Computer Configuration Determination 2. Preparation of components and equipment 3. Security Computer Configuration Determination
    Computer configuration relates to the determination of types of components and features of the computer and how all components can work as a computer system according to our wishes. Determination of the components starting from the type of processor, motherboard and other components. Factors suitability or compatibility of the components of the motherboard must be considered, because each type of motherboard support this type of processor, memory modules, ports and I / O bus is different.
Preparation Components and Supplies
   Computer components and equipment for the assembly is prepared for assembly prepared in advance to facilitate assembly. Prepared equipment consists of: • Computer components • Completeness of components such as wires, screws, jumpers, bolts and so on • User manuals and reference of the component • The tools in the form of flat and philips screwdriver Software operating system, device drivers and application programs.

   The book takes as a reference manual to know the chart position of the connection elements (connectors, ports and slots) and element configuration (jumpers and switches) and how to setting jumpers and switches are suitable for computer or CD dirakit.Diskette Software needed to install the Operating System, device drivers from the device, and application programs on a computer that is assembled.
Security
   Security precautions needed to avoid problems such as damage to the components by static charge, falls, excessive heat or liquid spills. Prevention of damage due to static electricity by: • Use anti-static wristband or touching a metal surface on the chassis before handling components to remove static charge. • No direct touching of electronic components, connectors or circuit track but holding the body of metal or plastic found on the component.

Assembling Stage of the process on a computer assembly comprising: 1. Preparing the motherboard 2. Installing the processor 3. Installing heatsink 4. Replacing the Memory Module 5. install the motherboard on the casing 6. Installing the Power Supply 7. Installing the Motherboard and VGA Cables 8. Installing the Drive 9. Installing Adapter Card 10. Final Settlement 

1. Preparing the motherboard

 
     Check the motherboard manual to locate the jumpers for CPU speed setting, speed multiplier and input voltage to the motherboard. Set a jumper as instructed, set the jumpers wrong voltage can damage the processor.

2. Installing the processor

     Processor is more easily installed before the motherboard occupies the casing. How to install the processor socket type and different slots. socket type

 

1. Determine the position of pin 1 on the processor and the processor socket on the motherboard, usually located on the corner marked with dots, triangles or indentation.
2. Enforce the position of the locking lever to open the socket.
3. Insert the processor into the socket by first aligning the position of the legs of the processor with the socket holes. Squeeze until there is no gap between the processor with the socket.
4. Lower the locking lever back.

 

 3. Installing Heatsink

 
     Heatsink function is to remove the heat generated by the processor through the conduction of heat from the processor to optimize heat transfer heatsink.Untuk the heatsink should be fitted tightly on the top of the processor with some clip as a drag while the contacts on the heatsink surface coated with the gene of heat. If the heatsink is equipped with a fan then the fan power connector is connected to the fan connector on the motherboard.

 4. Replacing the Memory Module

 
     Memory modules are generally installed sequentially from the smallest socket number. The order of installation can be seen from the diagram motherboard.Setiap the type of memory module SIMM, DIMM and RIMM can be distinguished by the position of grooves on the sides and bottom of the module. How to install for each type of memory module as follows.

1. Adjust the position of grooves on the module with the protrusions in the slot.
2. Insert the module by creating an oblique angle of 45 degrees to the slot
3. Push the module straight up in the slot, the locking lever on the slot will automatically lock the module.

5. Replacing the motherboard on the casing

 
     Motherboard mounted to the chassis with screws and mounting (standoff). How to install as follows: 

1. Determine the position of mounting holes for each plastic and metal. Holes for the metal holder (metal spacer) is characterized by a ring on the edge of the hole.
2. Attach metal or plastic holder on the tray casing in accordance with the position of each corresponding mounting holes on the motherboard.
3. Place the motherboard on the casing so that the head holder tray out of the hole on the motherboard. Replace the locking screw on each metal holder.
4. Attach frame I / O ports (I / O Shield) on the motherboard if any.
5. Replace the casing tray that is mounted on the chassis and lock the motherboard with screws.

 6. Installing the Power Supply

 
     Some type of casing is equipped with power supply. When the power supply is not included then the way the installation is as follows:

1. Enter the power supply on the shelf at the back of the casing. Replace the four screws to lock.
2. Connect the power connector from the power supply to the motherboard. ATX power connector types have only one way of installation so it will not be reversed. For non-ATX type connectors with two separate cables then ground black must be placed side by side and mounted in the middle of the motherboard power connector. Connect the power cord for the fan, if using a fan for cooling the CPU.

7. Installing the Motherboard and VGA Cables

 
    Once the motherboard is installed in the casing next step is to install the cable I / O on the motherboard and the casing panels.  

1. Connect the data cable for the floppy drive connector on the floppy controller on the motherboard
2. Attach the IDE cable to the primary and secondary IDE connector on the motherboard.
3. For non-ATX motherboard. Connect the serial and parallel port cable to the connector on the motherboard. Note the position of pin 1 to install.
4. On the back of the casing there is a hole to install additional types of non-slot port. Open the lock plate screw holes covered lalumasukkan port connector port that you want to install and plug the screw again.
5. When the mouse port is not available at the back of the card casing mouse connector should be installed and connected to the mouse connector on the motherboard.
6. Wiring connectors on the front panel of the switch casing, LED, internal speakers and ports are mounted in front of the casing when the motherboard. Check your motherboard diagram to locate the proper connector

8. Installing the Drive

 
     The procedure to install the hard disk drive, floppy, CD ROM, CD-RW or DVD is the same as follows:  

1. Pellet dislodged the cover drive bay (space for the drive on the casing)
2. Enter from the front drive bays with the first set the jumper settings (as master or slave) on the drive.
3. Adjust the position of the screw holes on the drive and the casing and replace the retaining screw drive.
4. Connect the IDE cable connector to the drive and the connector on the motherboard (the connector is used first primary)
5. Repeat steps 1 samapai 4 for each installation of the drive.
6. When the IDE cable connected to the du drives make sure the jumper setting differences both the first drive set as master and the other as slave.
7. Secondary IDE connector on the motherboard can be used to connect two additional drives.
8. The floppy drive is connected to a special connector on the motherboard floppy
Connect the power cord from the power supply to each drive.

 

9. Installing Adapter Card

 
     A common adapter card is installed for the video cards, sound, network, modem and SCSI adapters. Video card should generally be mounted and installed before any other adapter card. How to install the adapter: 

1. Hold the adapter card at the edges, avoid touching the electronic components or circuits. Press the card until the connectors fit on the expansion slot on the motherboard
2. Replace the retaining screw to the chassis card
3. Reconnect the internal cables to the card, if any.
 

10. Final Settlement

1. Replace the chassis cover by sliding 2. connect the cable from the power supply into a wall socket. 3. Connect the monitor to the video card port. 4. Plug the telephone cord into the modem port if any. 5. Connect the keyboard cable connector and plug the mouse into the mouse port or serial poert (depending on the type of mouse). 6. Connect other external devices such as speakers, joystick, and microphone if there is to the corresponding port. Check the manual of the adapter cards to ensure the location of the port.
Testing

   The new computer is assembled can be tested by running the BIOS setup program. How to perform tests with the BIOS program as follows: 1. Turn on the monitor and system unit. Note the display monitor and the sound from the speakers. 2. FOST program of the BIOS will automatically detect the hardware installed in the computer. If there are errors then display a blank monitor and speaker emits an audible as a code indication of errors. Check the reference BIOS code to find the error indication is meant by the beep codes. 3. If no error occurs then the monitor displays the execution of the POST program. ekan the BIOS interrupt according to the instructions on screen to enter the BIOS setup program. 4. Check all the hardware detection by the BIOS setup program. Some settings may have changed in value, especially the capacity of hard drives and boot sequence. 5. Save the changes to the settings and exit the BIOS setup.
   After exiting the BIOS setup, the computer will load the operating system by searching sequence corresponding settings in the BIOS boot sequence. Insert the bootable diskette or CD containing the operating system to drive the search.
Troubleshooting  

A common problem in computer assembly and handling, among others: 1. Computer or monitor is not lit, probably caused by the switch or power cord disconnected. 2. Card adapter is not detected due to the installation of card not fitting into the slot /
   LED of the hard disk, floppy or CD is on hold due to wrong wiring or connector pins are not connected right. Good luck and Good Work.