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    Mar 24, 2008, 02:12 PM
    Removing Xp?
    How do you remove Windows XP from a hard drive? Completely wiping it off.
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    Mar 24, 2008, 02:14 PM
    Erm well you can't really.
    Yes while it is possible to format your drive this will leave the computer complete non-functional.

    If you could explain what you are trying to achieve then we will be able to assist better,
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    Mar 24, 2008, 02:18 PM
    I already have a hard drive with an operating system on it, I just want to use this one as a backup
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    Mar 24, 2008, 02:23 PM
    In that case simply plug it in as a slave and use your current XP to format it.

    My Computer > Right click "new" drive > format
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    Mar 24, 2008, 02:25 PM
    Hope this information helps

    Uninstalling Windows XP Steps | Uninstalling Windows XP How to. WinXPFix.com

    Clean hard drive: reformat hard drive
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    Mar 24, 2008, 02:25 PM
    Oh, I was told not to put in 2 hard drives that each have an operating system.. so yeah ha
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    Mar 24, 2008, 05:30 PM
    Doing a little multi tasking -- hope this helps you wipe the HD

    Cnet Video

    Completely wiping it off hd - Google Search
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