[NTLUG:Discuss] ARRRGGH! Now I cant even install NT!

[MadHat]

Neil Aggarwal wrote:
> 
> Hello:
> 
> This sucks.
> 
> Because I was having so many problems with Linux, I decided to install
> NT back on the machine and then use a second partition for Linux.
> 
> But, now I cant even install NT!
> 
> I go thru the NT setup and then it says to remove the CD and floppy disk
> and
> hit enter for the system to reboot to complete the configuration.
> 
> When it reboots, I get the LILO prompt!  If I hit enter, it complains
> that it
> cant find a system.
> 
> I have used fdisk to delete all the partitions, etc. etc.
> 
> This is getting unnerving.  Someone, please help me!
> If you would liek to call me, I am at (972) 612-6056.
> I will try to keep checking my email, but it is a pain since
> I am on my wife's computer.
> 
> Thanks,
>     Neil.

Boot to a dos floppy that contains fdisk and run 'fdisk /mbr' to clear
out the Master Boot Record, and everything should be fine.  NT doesn't
overwrite the MBR until later in the setup.

Be sure and read the HOWTO on using NT and Linux together, it isn't the
same as Linux and Win9x.

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