Installing new OS...Help!

[mjolnir2k]

Easy question for the pro's here.

Just bought a computer (2nd hand) with a formatted HDD that I need to install the following on (I have all the CD's for these):

OS (Windows 2000pro)
MoBo Drivers (Tyan)
CDRW Drivers (Nero)

How do I go about these installs on a HDD with no current OS installed? Will it boot to a dos screen or something? Do I just put the OS disk into the CDRW drive and fire it up...?

Help.

Thanks in advance.

-Mr. "I am still learning this stuff"

 

[n0cmonkey]

Set the bios to boot from cdrom, insert cdrom, boot. It should boot off of cdrom and you can then install.

 

[bsobel]

> Do I just put the OS disk into the CDRW drive and fire it up...?

a) Yes

and

b) Wouldn't it have been faster to try that first?

 

[n0cmonkey]

<< > Do I just put the OS disk into the CDRW drive and fire it up...?

a) Yes

and

b) Wouldn't it have been faster to try that first? >>



But its more fun to crosspost!

 

[mjolnir2k]

<<

<< > Do I just put the OS disk into the CDRW drive and fire it up...?

a) Yes

and

b) Wouldn't it have been faster to try that first? >>



But its more fun to crosspost! >>



OK, 1st thing, thanks for the info.

2nd: Yup, always "easier" to just willy nilly try things to see what works. Usually leaves you with fried, broken, messed up parts though I prefer to ask questions and learn first. Saves me time and money and I learn how to do it the right way!

3rd: Cross posted in the 2 Forums that it made sense to post in. Here and "Technical Support". Best chance to get a good explanation. I was not aware that Anandtech was short on "space"....

4th: Just b/c you know and I don't doesn't give you license to be surly. If you feel like helping, I appreciate it. If you feel like making yourself seem superior at mine (or others) expense then please keep your knowledge to yourself. I will learn elsewhere (That is the purpose of forums like these is it not?).

Thanks anyway!

 

[n0cmonkey]

<<

<<

<< > Do I just put the OS disk into the CDRW drive and fire it up...?

a) Yes

and

b) Wouldn't it have been faster to try that first? >>



But its more fun to crosspost! >>



OK, 1st thing, thanks for the info.

2nd: Yup, always "easier" to just willy nilly try things to see what works. Usually leaves you with fried, broken, messed up parts though I prefer to ask questions and learn first. Saves me time and money and I learn how to do it the right way! >>



Learning how to fix things gave me more knowledge than getting answers from someone else.



<< 3rd: Cross posted in the 2 Forums that it made sense to post in. Here and "Technical Support". Best chance to get a good explanation. I was not aware that Anandtech was short on "space".... >>



I gave you an answer so dont complain too much. Crossposting is just rude. Thats all



<< 4th: Just b/c you know and I don't doesn't give you license to be surly. If you feel like helping, I appreciate it. If you feel like making yourself seem superior at mine (or others) expense then please keep your knowledge to yourself. I will learn elsewhere (That is the purpose of forums like these is it not?). >>



I helped out and was a little "surly". I think my original reponse was very informative, and my second post brought the fact that cross posting is frowned upon. Both were quite helpful, although there may be nicer ways to do what I did. But I dont like to wipe for anyone but myself



<< Thanks anyway! >>



Not a problem!

 

[mjolnir2k]

7,774 posts / 9 months as member on board = 863 posts per month / 4 = 215 posts per week / 7= 30 posts per day...= Should have a better sense of presence on the board or needs a life away from computer...

Main Entry: rude
Pronunciation: 'r&uuml;d
Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin rudis; probably akin to Latin rudus rubble
Date: 14th century

1 : lacking refinement or delicacy: a : IGNORANT, UNLEARNED b : INELEGANT, UNCOUTH c : offensive in manner or action : DISCOURTEOUS d : UNCIVILIZED, SAVAGE e : COARSE, VULGAR

But thanks anyways for the info. it was helpful..and now I know and can help someone else (In a more courteous manner).

 

[n0cmonkey]

<< 7,774 posts / 9 months as member on board = 863 posts per month / 4 = 215 posts per week / 7= 30 posts per day...= Should have a better sense of presence on the board or needs a life away from computer...

Main Entry: rude
Pronunciation: 'r&uuml;d
Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin rudis; probably akin to Latin rudus rubble
Date: 14th century

1 : lacking refinement or delicacy: a : IGNORANT, UNLEARNED >>



That one doesnt really apply much. Well not in some areas of the forums.



<< b : INELEGANT, UNCOUTH c : offensive in manner or action : DISCOURTEOUS d : UNCIVILIZED, SAVAGE e : COARSE, VULGAR >>



Definitely me. Im sorry I wont hold your hand, but I believe if you are here you are intelligent and stable enough to be able to deal with someone other than mommy.



<< But thanks anyways for the info. it was helpful..and now I know and can help someone else (In a more courteous manner). >>



You do that. Ill continue to try and help in my own special way