Karl

IF it is necessary to "reinstall" XP, during the initial portion of the 
installation it will recognize that there is already a copy of XP on the 
HD and ask if you want to "repair" it. I believe it is the second screen 
(not the first) giving you options concerning the installation. XP 
gathers data on any changed computer components and corrects its data 
base (simply put). You may or may not have to "reactivate" XP which is 
no big deal. Also, the motherboard may come with a CD to install unique 
drivers and programs.

If you have never installed a new motherboard, you may want to search 
the Internet as there are sites with detailed instructions including 
pictures. Some primary concerns are that the standoffs are in place to 
avoid shorting the motherboard to the case, avoid static electricity, 
avoid touching contact points, properly seating the CPU including heat 
sink and fan, properly seating the RAM, and properly attaching the case 
wires to the motherboard.

Tom Mayer

wbr_wf4r wrote:
> Are we to assume that you have or had XP installed?
> XP is very "driver specific" and of course a different mobo will require
> different drivers.,
> You will more than likely have to reinstall the O/S.  No big deal if you've
> got a ligit copy.
> Good luck.
> L8r,
> William
>
>
>   
>> From what I could find this motherboard should work for you.
>> Tigerdirect is a reliable retailer though there are many others you can
>> chose from. This motherboard includes the possibility of a future
>> upgrade to a video card in place of onboard video which you are now
>> limited to. I would call Tigerdirect to make sure it is compatible
>> before purchasing.
>>
>>     
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1597452&CatId=182
>   
>> Tom Mayer
>>
>> Karl Davis wrote:
>>     
>>> needs a new mobo emachine does not sell this board they told me to get a
>>>       
> generic
>   
>>> one Ive got the p4 519 processor 1 MB L2 Cache 533MHz 3.06 GHz what
>>>       
> board can fit this
>   
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>       
>>        
>   

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