How do I Create a Win XP Startup Disc Recovery?

Create a recovery CD within Windows XP to ensure that your computer always runs smoothly.

Windows XP has recovery and restoration features within the operating system. Within the features is an option to create a recovery CD. The recovery CD acts as a backup disk that has the ability to restore the computer to its original factory settings. This disk can be very useful when the computer gets a virus or an important file becomes damaged. Creating a recovery CD takes a few minutes and will give you peace of mind in the event of your system crashing.

Things You'll Need

• Blank writeable CD

Instructions

1. Turn the computer on, and allow Windows XP to boot.

2. Press the "Eject" button on the CD drive. Place a blank writeable disk into the drive. Press the "Eject" button once more to close the drive.

3. Click on "Start," locate "All Programs," and click once. You will now see a list of installed programs. Place the mouse cursor over the "PC Help & Tools" folder to display a list within the folder. Click on "PC Recovery CD/DVD Creator."

4. Follow the on-screen prompts asking if you are sure you want to continue creating the recovery CD. When finished, you will be prompted to remove the disk from the drive.

References

• Microsoft: Windows XP Help and Support
• Microsoft: Create a Windows XP CD