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How do I create a network setup disk (no floppy drive)?
Hi
New Dimension just arrived. Trying to set up a home network + file and printer sharing with my old machine, running WIN98SE. Last step requires creation of a network setup disk, but error message points out that I have no floppy drive or other removable media and does not seem to recognise the CD-R. Another option would be to use the Windows XP disk, but Dell does not supply one!
Does anyone know how to get around this?
cheers
Steve
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October 7th, 2005 21:00
Hi Steve!
Thanks for your speedy reply. I'm in the UK, and in the box with my new PC was a piece of paper in the shape of a CD saying "your new computer does not require an operating system CD.....". Oh really? Seems I have needed one in the first couple of hours from opening the box......
Anyhow I'll check out the link that you posted. Thanks again.
Steve
volcano11
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October 7th, 2005 21:00
If you did not get a Windows XP CD with your computer, you need to call Dell Tech Support immediately and request one.
http://forums.us.dell.com/supportforums/board/message?board.id=sw_winxp&message.id=157204
The other alternative, which is the one I always use because Windows networking wizard usually tends to mess things up, is to set up the network manually. See the tutorial at www.homenethelp.com
Steve
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October 7th, 2005 22:00
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October 8th, 2005 09:00
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October 8th, 2005 11:00