Reinstallation of Windows XP from original CD ROM freezes on "Setup is
starting Windows" after Setup has loaded several files. After a few minutes I
get a blue screen, bottom line of which is "dmio.sys - AddressF736E743 base
at F7366000, DateStamp 3b7d8573".

I currently have 2 copies of XP Pro. Copy #1 is an SP2 disc and is currently
in use on computer "A". Copy #2 is a pre SP1 disc that is in use on computer
"B".
I am replacing computer "B" with a new computer that I am building. I want

My son has messed up his installation of Windows XP Home (came pre installed
on his laptop) and I'm trying to fix it for him.  He is currently running MS
Windows Home Edition v5.1 SP2 and every time the laptop loads it comes up
with the error message 'The procedure entry point ...

i've been having a number of strange graphics/memory issues, and i think i've
localized the problem to my motherboard.
i'm thinking of upgrading my motherboard (because the things i can do right
now are severely limited), and possibly my cpu and ram as well.

My local computer shop tell me that they can install Xp from their disk onto
my Pc providing it has a proper COA.
.
The point is I am buying a new Pc with Vista and presume it will have a