Two versions of XP on my HDD (help)

[Phumfeinz]

I did a fresh install yesterday, and my problem is I can't get to any of my old files/programs/drivers. The 'fresh' windows is just how it is when you install it for the first time, empty start menu etc. I can see all my files from the previous windows in the C: directory, but just can't use them. I get the error message 'Access Denied'.

So, is there any way to get my files/drivers from the 'old' windows into the fresh version?

Thanks.

 

[computerhakk]

there is probably a way. im not sure of it as of now.

however, the two version on bootup can be edited in your boot.ini file if you are familiar with it. if not post back.

did you back up all your data before the reformat? if so just reload them, of if you want you can reinstall, but first format the hdd and delete any partitions if you have any(if you dont want any partitions) and do another clean install.