urgent update!!!
i changed something in the bios boot sequence and now the PC loaded the knoppix OS and i can see all documents on the HDD.
i will back all this up and would want to attempt the XP installation again - i may be a fool but that's the OS i know...
do you have any word of advice on how to do this without getting stuck again? do i need to format the HD or can i attempt the installation as is?