Re-installation of Window ME - please HELP

Discussion in 'Windows XP / Older OS' started by Mymy, Feb 22, 2012.

  1. Mymy

    Mymy MDL Novice

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    Hi guys,
    I have really outdated Gateway Solo computer running Windows ME OS which I want to donate. This thing previously belonged to my daughter and, though all personal stuff has been removed from there, I would feel better if I'll format the hard drive and do fresh re-install of the original OS. There are two problems, though:
    1. I have no idea how to accomplish this whole process.
    2. I have no Window ME system disk.
    I would really appreciate any help from the computer professionals, please!
     
  2. tnx

    tnx MDL Expert

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    Does wiendows ME boot from disc ?
    I thought you needed a floppy start up disc. Could be wrong,usually are..:biggrin:
     
  3. Mymy

    Mymy MDL Novice

    Feb 22, 2012
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    Hi Weedy,
    I have downloaded archived ME file from there, but cannot extract stuff from the archive because it seems to be password-protected. I do not know how could it happen with free stuff and cannot find this password anywhere as well. Any ideas, please?
     
  4. Alphawaves

    Alphawaves Super Moderator/Developer
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    #5 Alphawaves, Feb 24, 2012
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    Password is: wwmucollection2011

    Its same for all files..;)
     
  5. stream

    stream MDL Member

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    #6 stream, Feb 24, 2012
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  6. Mymy

    Mymy MDL Novice

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    Thank you Alphawaves,
    It works!!