Windows Boot Disks

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Creating a Windows Startup Disk

Depending on your Operating System, you will need at least one formatted floppy disk, but as many as six for Windows 2000 and XP.

Each Operating System could require a different amount of disks to complete the job. For instance, Windows 98 will use one blank floppy while XP will need six.

To format a floppy, insert a disk, then go to START>RUN, then type format a:

Once the disk is formatted, visit our Downloads Page to download your version to your hard drive, then transfer it onto the floppy.

Keep this disk in a safe place. It contains critical files necessary to boot your PC.

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