Adding OS to XP as Dual Boot

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Sideshow Bob

Dell computer with XP Home & NTFS. Is it possible to create a FAT 32
partition and create a dual boot setup with 98/Me as a second OS? TIA.
 
You would have to start over from scratch since
you have NTFS.

How do I install Windows 98/Me after I've installed XP?
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/tips/xp_repair_9x.htm

The only way you can create, delete, resize or merge existing partitions,
and not harm your existing Windows installation, is to purchase and use
a third-party partitioning program such as Partition Magic 8.
http://www.powerquest.com/partitionmagic/pmdetails.cfm

The alternative is to perform a "clean install" of Windows XP:

How to Partition and Format a Hard Disk in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;313348&Product=winxp

HOW TO: Create a Multiple-Boot System in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;306559&Product=winxp

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows XP - Shell/User

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He doesn't necessarily have to start over, Carey. BootIt Next Generation, www.bootitng.com, is a full fledged boot and partition manager that will allow him to create and format a FAT32 partition, and then use the built in boot manager to choose between the OS to boot. The initial C drive can remain NTFS.
 
Thanks to you both for the advice.


He doesn't necessarily have to start over, Carey. BootIt Next Generation,
www.bootitng.com, is a full fledged boot and partition manager that will
allow him to create and format a FAT32 partition, and then use the built in
boot manager to choose between the OS to boot. The initial C drive can
remain NTFS.
 
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