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Old November 8, 2008, 05:39 PM
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So, my new system needs a windows xp pro. I have a legally obtained iso version, I burned it to a dvd an when I try and boot the system all I get it "disk book failure, please insert system disk and press enter"

Ive done a couple of windows installs before, and never had this trouble....

any clues?
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Old November 8, 2008, 06:11 PM
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Bad disc aka frizbee? Try burning at a slower speed if you're using generic blank DVDs.
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Old November 8, 2008, 06:24 PM
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I going to start off with the obvious, is the dvd set to boot first in the bios,
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Old November 8, 2008, 06:30 PM
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yes lol, the dvd is 1st in BIOS(although only CDROM appears? (I'm assuming this just means the disk drive?)). I'm burning using a different program and brand dvd now!
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Old November 8, 2008, 06:38 PM
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If your iso came with a checksum, make sure your burn matches the value!
If it doesn't, it's another coaster
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Old November 8, 2008, 07:46 PM
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hmmm, tried with nero 9 and the same message. I've no clue lol!
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Old November 8, 2008, 08:55 PM
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OK, several burning programs later and another ISO later, it could read it. thanks all!
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