How do you reformat your windows 2000 pro laptop with windows xp home?

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Go to microsoft website and download this file 'WinXP_EN_HOM_BF', extract it and follow the instructions to purge your laptop so you can install XP Home Ed. This will completely wipe your laptop clean and you can begin with the new OS.

PS: It is asumed that the word 'reformat' defines as formatting and installing a new OS.

Otherwise, turn on your laptop, eject the CD player, turn off laptop and just put in the new OS and turn on again. Follow the instructions. It should overide any old OS.

Warning: Be sure to have a backup of all your personal files.

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