[X4U] problems with bootcamp and windows install

[Wayne Wilkin]

The Windows CD's need to be XP Service Pack 2. Also you used the  
Bootcamp utility to partition the drive correct?

On May 4, 2007, at 7:04 AM, alexandre wrote:

> hi
>
> i do a little computer support for a landscape architecture firm  
> here in zürich. they have 2 macpros (2.66 intel xeons, 3gb ram,  
> 250gb hd) and 3 24" imacs (intel core 2 duo)
>
> i've been able to install windows xp on 2 of the imacs. on the 3rd,  
> boot camp (or the windows installer) just ejects the windows  
> install cd, hanging the machine. i've tried with different install  
> cds, same result.
>
> as for the 2 macpros, both hang when the installer asks me to  
> confirm that i really want to install windows xp. the keyboard  
> doesn't respond, and the "caps lock" light turns on on the keyboard.
>
> any thoughts?
>
> all machnes are up to date (system, firmware) and the windows  
> install cds are legit'.
>
> regards
>
> alexandre
> :: 17" 2.33ghz ic2d macbook pro / 2.0gb / 160gb / X.4.9 ::
> :: 24" 2.33ghz ic2d imac / 2.0gb / 250gb / X.4.9 ::
>
>
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