How to Perform a New Installation of Windows XP - Part 1 of 3

Choose a File System to Format the Partition

Install Windows XP - Step 9 of 30

For Windows XP to install on a partition on a hard drive, it has to be formatted to use a particular file system - either the FAT file system format or the NTFS file system format. NTFS is more stable and secure than FAT and is always the recommended choice for a new Windows XP installation.

Using the arrow keys on your keyboard, highlight the line that says Format the partition using the NTFS file system and press Enter.

• Plan Your Windows XP Installation
• Boot From the Windows XP CD
• Press F6 to Install a Third Party Driver
• Press ENTER to Set Up Windows XP
• Read and Accept the Windows XP Licensing Agreement
• Create a Partition
• Choose a Partition Size
• Choose a Partition to Install Windows XP On
• Choose a File System to Format the Partition
• Wait for the New Partition to Format