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WHITE PAPER (cont.)
I N T R O D U C T I O N
This white paper provides instructions for installing Microsoft Windows 98 as a new operating system on Compaq ArmadaTM E, M, and V Series Personal Computers. Use the setup configurations described in this paper to simplify the installation process and determine which computing environment works best. Complete all the steps outlined for the specific platform and configuration to successfully install Microsoft Windows 98 and all Compaq software. Once installed, Compaq software improves the functionality of the operating system and enhances the overall user experience.
Note: Back up all data and applications before beginning any
Microsoft Windows 98 installation procedures.
C L E A N I N S T A L L I N G W I N D O W S 9 8
This section provides instructions for the following steps:
•Preparing for installation
•Modifying a Microsoft DOS boot diskette
•Preparing the hard drive
•Installing Microsoft Windows 98
Preparing for Installation
Obtain the following items before beginning the installation:
•Retail Microsoft Windows 98
•Microsoft Windows 98 Drivers and Enhancements from Compaq
•One formatted
•Access to the Internet
Modifying a Microsoft DOS Boot Diskette
IMPORTANT: Back up all data and applications before creating the
DOS boot diskette.
Create a Microsoft DOS boot diskette to perform a clean installation of Windows 98. Complete the following steps to obtain the CPQLTECD.SYS and MSCDEX.EXE files and modify the DOS boot diskette:
1.Insert the DOS boot diskette into the appropriate drive.
2.Obtain the CPQLTECD.SYS and MSCDEX.EXE DOS files by downloading the IDE
a.Point the browser to
http://www.compaq.com/support/files/Compaq_Armada_Laptops.html
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