Help Installing Xp / Vista from HDD

Help Installing Xp / Vista from HDD
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Here’s the situation..
Suppose,
1. Drive C:/ is the primary drive which has no OS.
Drive D:/ is where have the XP / Vista Setup in ISO/Extracted Format.
2. DVD-Rom Doesn’t work.
3. Booting options availiable: HDD & USB
Now how can I install XP / Vista from HDD??
Also if I want to make a Dual Boot OS, how can I do it from HDD??
Answer #1
I have tried with my friend’s PC… no hope… it wont work!!!
Try to get DVD ROM there is no other way!!!
Answer #2
Install from a USB stick:
http://www.liliputing.com/2008/04/install-windows-xp-on-mini-note-usb.html
Or get a dvd burner for like 50$
Answer #3
does the USB method works….???
Answer #4
Yes
Answer #5
well… i read the article… one thing not clear…
it says I have to delete all partitions of HDD… That would be a problem as i dont want to lose my files…. is it possible to avoid it ???
Answer #6
just borrow an external dvd drive or a 4GB pen drive. it works like a charm.
and yes don’t forget to take your back up first.
Answer #7
I see… Unless I can back-up, I can’t install via USB…. Anyway thanx…. I’ll give a try !!!
Answer #8
I see... Unless I can back-up, I can't install via USB.... Anyway thanx.... I'll give a try !!!
your wellcome mate..