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  1. 03-28-2002, 10:27 AM #1
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    Question Stick with 98SE or move to XP?

    I got my new system put together about 2 months ago and tried a standard update to SE. Everything started off working fine, but now I keep getting at least one lock-up/failure every 15-20 minutes. So, I'm breaking down and doing an entire format of my HDD and reinstalling Windows. Should I spend the money on getting XP or should I just stick with Win98SE? I just bought the SE update (for ~$20), but I can get the XP upgrade for ~$50. Since I don't do any networking, video editing, or DVD watching, what would I actually gain with XP?

    When I reformat my HDD, I'd like to take advantage of my Mobo's RAID controller. Any comments on that?

    Mucho thanks!
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  2. 03-28-2002, 10:42 AM #2
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    stability!

    That's the best thing you gain with it. You can go with 2000 since 2000/ XP are very identical. And RAID won't be a problem. Just install raid drivers while installing.

    Oh and don't upgrade if you want a fast, stable system. Do a clean install.
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  3. 03-28-2002, 10:44 AM #3
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    I would say go with XP if you absolutely have to or what the features and stability. But for compatibility I would still stick with Windows 98SE. If you can dual boot its the best combo when mixed with XP.
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  4. 03-28-2002, 02:18 PM #4
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    Doh...I just thought of something. Can I do a clean install with XP if I buy the upgrade version ($99) or do I have to get the big package ($180)? I couldn't find any info on Microsoft's website, so I'm turning to youz guyz again!

    Then again, I can see the possibility of having to do a clean install of Win98, and then upgrading to XP. What a mess.
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    Originally posted by ellert
    Doh...I just thought of something. Can I do a clean install with XP if I buy the upgrade version ($99) or do I have to get the big package ($180)? I couldn't find any info on Microsoft's website, so I'm turning to youz guyz again!

    Then again, I can see the possibility of having to do a clean install of Win98, and then upgrading to XP. What a mess.
    I'm pretty sure the upgarde disc should just ask you to place your 98 cd in the drive to verify you own it and will still install cleanly.
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  7. 03-28-2002, 08:23 PM #6
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    Yes, you can do a full install of WinXP from the upgrade CD, I just did it 2 wks ago. It will ask you to mount your Win98 CD during the install. Go WinXP if you like a rock-solid OS . . .
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