what is the command to format the pc (XP)

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  1. antonio11

    antonio11 Regular member

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    when I put the recovery cd in. I get error saying "wrong machine" for the cd that came with the laptop and when I put the system restore cd that I burned from the pc it says that this machine doesnt support system restore.
    I have to format it with command prompt. I have done it before but I forgot what command it was.

    can anyone help me with the command or explain to me why wouldnt the cd's work.
    thanks
     
  2. Morph416

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    If you're going to have to use a DOS boot CD or other, and use it to format, the command line is:

    format c:

    If the CDs that came with the laptop don't work for that lappy... call their tech support and see if they'll reissue you new ones.
     

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