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imasoldier
10-02-2005, 05:14 PM
Anyone know how to clear the whole computer to where it would only load to the bios? Sorry if this is in the wrong place wasn't sure if it should go here or hardware please move it there if this is wrong.
Gripper
10-02-2005, 05:18 PM
Just reformat the drive should do it
peat moss
10-02-2005, 05:19 PM
Format your disk using your Xp cd disk .


Heres a guide from one of our members . :)


http://filesharingtalk.com/vb3/showthread.php?t=97309
imasoldier
10-02-2005, 05:38 PM
See I don't want to reformat I just want to delete everything I don't want any O/S on it just want the bios to load everytime I turn computer on.
{I}{K}{E}
10-02-2005, 05:49 PM
See I don't want to reformat I just want to delete everything I don't want any O/S on it just want the bios to load everytime I turn computer on.

you need to format todo that :huh:
imasoldier
10-02-2005, 06:16 PM
Well can someone please just tell me how to clear the computer yes I know format but where? I just want to get rid of this o/s on this computer thats all I don't want to put any o/s on it just clear.
Schuler
10-03-2005, 02:30 AM
http://www.killdisk.com/

Download it to floppy or CD. Pop it in.

Erase...Everything.
Virtualbody1234
10-03-2005, 02:45 AM
Unplug the HDD. You're done!

What do you want to do with a computer that has no OS?
Leeson
10-03-2005, 02:49 AM
what do you mean load into bios? the bios isnt a os of any kind, if you want to get to bios just press del at the startup, without any bios you wont get anything except a request to insert a boot disk like the XP CD or a MS-DOS boot disk
Wolfmight
10-03-2005, 03:48 PM
BIOS (basic input/output system) is the program a personal computer's microprocessor uses to get the computer system started after you turn it on. It also manages data flow between the computer's operating system and attached devices such as the hard disk, video adapter, keyboard, mouse, and printer. *You CANNOT run the bios as an operating system, since it can only run and configure the computer. It's extremely limited to this only.

To reformat is to completely delete a partition full of data (such as, reformatting the C drive). You can also perform a "wipe" instead which is more powerful than a reformat. It deletes the partition full of data, then writes 0s into it, preventing data recovery in most cases.

What is your goal here? I'm guessing you want to reinstall the operating system, due to a problem? I suggest a reformat, and reinstallation of windows...both can be done from the Windows installation cd.

Are you going to sell the computer? Get a copy of Kill Disk (http://www.killdisk.com/
) and "wipe" the hardrive. That way, your customer can't recovery your personal information.
Chewie
10-03-2005, 04:42 PM
See I don't want to reformat I just want to delete everything I don't want any O/S on it just want the bios to load everytime I turn computer on.
Superglue the Del key down.
Leeson
10-03-2005, 05:29 PM
What is your goal here? I'm guessing you want to reinstall the operating system, due to a problem? I suggest a reformat, and reinstallation of windows...both can be done from the Windows installation cd.


he said he wants it to load into bios and not have any os on it.... LOL
Virtualbody1234
10-03-2005, 05:57 PM
See I don't want to reformat I just want to delete everything I don't want any O/S on it just want the bios to load everytime I turn computer on.
Superglue the Del key down.
That's the best post! :lol:
imasoldier
10-03-2005, 08:37 PM
Dude guys ok here is the reason I don't want an O/s in the omputer because I have sold one of my computers and I don't want an o/s in it can I get any clearer and for those that have helped I thank you. Others that didn't well...
orcutt989
10-03-2005, 09:10 PM
Cant you use dos prompt and type C:\Reformat?
twisterX
10-03-2005, 09:26 PM
The guide on theat link is really great.
Virtualbody1234
10-03-2005, 09:29 PM
Cant you use dos prompt and type C:\Reformat?
Reformat isn't a DOS command.


Back to the topic... For a sold PC, remove any partitions and leave it as RAW. You can use the Windows XP CD to do this.
imasoldier
10-03-2005, 09:33 PM
Alright can you please explain how to do it on the cd? It was installed with windows xp professional. But I don't see the option to clear anything. What does it say?
Virtualbody1234
10-03-2005, 09:50 PM
You have to boot the CD and just before the installation you have options to create partitions, delete partitions, format etc.
Leeson
10-03-2005, 09:51 PM
if you want the disk completly wiped get a boot floppy and type format into the dos prompt

or with the XP CD... boot with the CD and when it asks where you want to install it will give you the option to format the HDD select yes, job done
Virtualbody1234
10-03-2005, 10:12 PM
if you want the disk completly wiped get a boot floppy and type format into the dos prompt
That doesn't work with NTFS partitions. DOS isn't compatible with NTFS.
peat moss
10-04-2005, 12:24 AM
if you want the disk completly wiped get a boot floppy and type format into the dos prompt
That doesn't work with NTFS partitions. DOS isn't compatible with NTFS.


fdisk first then reboot , type format c:/u or format c:/s and that works with NTFS. :)
Leeson
10-04-2005, 01:02 AM
if you want the disk completly wiped get a boot floppy and type format into the dos prompt
That doesn't work with NTFS partitions. DOS isn't compatible with NTFS.

peat moss is right, it does work, it just depends on if you know how , besides he never said if it was NTFS or not and that combined with the fact that he doesn't know how to format a HDD probaby means it's not.
peat moss
10-04-2005, 01:24 AM
VB is right about the boot from cd and "raw" post tho and that should of been be the end of it . Now that we know what the thread starter wants , but thats why there's forums like this to help . Many ways to skin a cat eh . :)
Virtualbody1234
10-04-2005, 01:26 AM
fdisk first then reboot , type format c:/u or format c:/s and that works with NTFS. :) I know peat. But why use outdated DOS that isn't designed for Windows XP? It's also not as user friendly as the bootable CD by a long shot. :P




peat moss is right, it does work, it just depends on if you know how , besides he never said if it was NTFS or not and that combined with the fact that he doesn't know how to format a HDD probaby means it's not.I disagree. The default for Windows XP is NTFS. And I do know how. :dry:
peat moss
10-04-2005, 01:32 AM
Vb, read my post I beat you by a good 2 seconds ! Or that old saying I know you know . :D
Virtualbody1234
10-04-2005, 01:44 AM
Vb, read my post I beat you by a good 2 seconds ! Or that old saying I know you know . :D
Yeah I saw that. Thanks peat!
Leeson
10-04-2005, 02:28 AM
peat moss is right, it does work, it just depends on if you know how , besides he never said if it was NTFS or not and that combined with the fact that he doesn't know how to format a HDD probaby means it's not.I disagree. The default for Windows XP is NTFS. And I do know how. :dry:[/QUOTE]



Well the fact that he doesn't know how to format a HDD tells me that he didn't know how, it was never in question if you did or not.... besides I did also say that he could use the XP CD as well, which I don't really belive does have a default, it is more a choice of the user, however yes it is highly reccomended to use the NTFS, but it could have been FAT32

but as peat said... there are many ways
Virtualbody1234
10-04-2005, 03:24 AM
Well the fact that he doesn't know how to format a HDD tells me that he didn't know how, it was never in question if you did or not.... besides I did also say that he could use the XP CD as well, which I don't really belive does have a default, it is more a choice of the user, however yes it is highly reccomended to use the NTFS, but it could have been FAT32

but as peat said... there are many ways
:lol: Well... It's good to see that you know your stuff, Leeson.

Welcome to the board! :01:
][JoE][
10-04-2005, 03:39 AM
Does it remove the BOIS THINGY on startup ?
Virtualbody1234
10-04-2005, 04:24 AM
[JoE][']Does it remove the BOIS THINGY on startup ?
BOIS is french for wood.
peat moss
10-04-2005, 05:41 AM
[JoE][']Does it remove the BOIS THINGY on startup ?
BOIS is french for wood.




Is n't it good Norwgian Wood ? Thats Paul Mccartney no ? Oh great showing my age again ! :cry:

OK John Lennon then sorry . :D
Ariel_001
10-04-2005, 11:23 PM
You can try Darik's Boot and Nuke ("DBAN") (http://dban.sourceforge.net/)


Darik's Boot and Nuke ("DBAN") is a self-contained boot floppy that securely wipes the hard disks of most computers. DBAN will automatically and completely delete the contents of any hard disk that it can detect, which makes it an appropriate utility for bulk or emergency data destruction.
imasoldier
10-05-2005, 12:18 AM
Ok well the xp disk that I have was a copied version and wasn't retail. Anyways it doesn't give me the option to format anywhere. Why is it so hard to just clear the computer. Harder to get rid of something then installing it. Also this computer does not have a floppy so that is out of the question. But I can make a boot disk.
peat moss
10-05-2005, 01:25 AM
You might have to change boot devices in the bios , its so simple really . Go back and look at the guide from bawA, or d/L Ariel's link .




http://www.extremetech.com/article2/0,1697,1785998,00.asp
imasoldier
10-05-2005, 01:42 AM
http://www.killdisk.com/

Download it to floppy or CD. Pop it in.

Erase...Everything.


Hi I went to this website and used it and damn was it so easy that was all I need just to delete everything THANK YOU!!!