Latitude CPx - Samsung CD-ROM SN-124 boot driver

Question

I have a Latitude CPx that is currently running Windows 95 (i know...don't laugh). I want to wipe it clean and install Windows XP. I have not done this before, and from what I have read I need a boot disk that will start my computer after I have reformatted the hard drive. I have also read that the boot disk that is created in Windows 95 does not include the driver for the CD-ROM. I looked in my configuration and it told me that I have a Samsung CD-ROM SN-124. I do not know how to find the driver for this CD-ROM. I was hoping someone out there might have it, or could tell me where to find it. I have looked on cnet.com and could not find it. Also, if anyone could give me any advice, instruction, or pointers on reformatting and installing a new OS that would be most appreciated.

Thanks

yakker2b · Answer

If your bios is old, you should update it first.  Then delete all the partitions on your hard drive, install the save to disk partition, with the remainder for C partition.  Format the hard drive, reboot, and set the bios boot sequence to boot from CD.  Windows XP is self-booting, so it will start loading, and all you need to do is follow the prompts.   I believe all the drivers necessary are in XP, but you might want to use the latest Dell drivers for the Video and sound.

tggazini · Answer

thanks, I will try that.

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