Operating System / Software Installation Guide - Page 54

nowareman · 12-30-2003, 09:39 AM

The way it sounds something got hosed on your Windows install. Since it's a new install on a new system you won't be losing anything with a fresh install will you?

Do a fresh install and choose FULL install even if you purchased the upgrade version. The program will ask you for your previous version disk if you do. I've read accounts of problems with upgrade installations. XP will format and partition your HDD. Then install your drivers in the order in Mr. Steveo's guide and you won't have any problems.

ch0s3npimp · 12-30-2003, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by wayne
Not if there is a conflict, re-installing may not be necessary

"do you have a cracked version of windows?" We didn't really need to say that, did we ?

-wayne

Well yea, you need to gather as much information, to be able to help assist the other person.

everytime i try to help someone smacks me in the face with a smart remark.. *sigh*

:bigcry:

wayne_abx · 12-30-2003, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by redmist
there are no pci cards in there yet as this is a new build. my copy is a full and legal copy of windows xp. this is a very strange problem. asus is taking a while to call back. re-installing windows xp is looking more and more like a sound option

Don't hold your breath for Asus to return your call or emails

Disable system restore
Go into the ADD/REMOVE and remove the NIC drivers
Flush the PREFETCH folder C:\windows\prefetch
flush the TEMP folder
Get the latest drivers fromt the Asus web site (besure its the correct driver)
Go into BIOS, disable the NIC, save and exit, go back into windows,
restart back into bios, enable the NIC (don't enable any NIC management settings) save settings and exit
go back into windows then try to re-install the driver.

-wayne

JoeBar · 12-30-2003, 12:17 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ch0s3npimp
Well yea, you need to gather as much information, to be able to help assist the other person.

everytime i try to help someone smacks me in the face with a smart remark.. *sigh* :bigcry:

He didn't smack u. He just advised u...

ch0s3npimp · 12-30-2003, 01:53 PM

o ooops nevermind then sorry wayne! lets all start over

redmist · 12-30-2003, 02:20 PM

i did everything on that list wayne- but i am still having that "hanging" issue when installing the drivers. i am getting ready to give up and rma this damn board! asus of course is not calling me back nor getting back to me with an e-mail.

not sure what to do except for returning the board and starting over.

wayne_abx · 12-30-2003, 03:13 PM

Sorry redmist, perhaps a re-install as noted in the other post may resolve, I suspect it may not, but do a re-install following Mr Steveo's instruction and see if it corrects your issue?

At least try one more time before RMA, by the way, have you flashed your bios to the most current one?

Also, Asus sometimes have two different NIC drivers (as they do for the P4PE) for one board, depending on the NIC type used.

One other thing you can do, (make sure you have Admin rights) copy the NIC driver folder to C:\ drive

Make sure the NIC drivers isn't installed.
Go into safe mode, go to the Device manager delete your NIC under network adapters (if it shows) go to the NIC drivers folder you placed on C:\ drive, find the INF file located in there for your operating system, right click on the INF file, select install, once done, restart back into your normal windows. See if it installs now?

-wayne

wayne_abx · 12-30-2003, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ch0s3npimp
o ooops nevermind then sorry wayne! lets all start over

redmist · 12-30-2003, 04:27 PM

no luck doing that either.

i've already re-installed xp pro according to the instructions on that thread- still no go. ideally, i'd like to wait until customer service can call me back to see if it is fixable, other than that- i guess rma may be the only way.

BBThumper · 12-30-2003, 04:58 PM

......just wondeing what bios you are using?........

redmist · 12-30-2003, 05:20 PM

i am using the bios included with the motherboard set-up cd (v2.51) as this is a new build and i just wanted to get everything going before any tweaking.

i just called new egg to get an rma number as i may just do this if asus tech support can't get back to me tonight. i've been working on this problem for 4 days now and i am getting really frustrated. it's a good thing i've had off from work.

JoeBar · 12-31-2003, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ch0s3npimp
o ooops nevermind then sorry wayne! lets all start over

giga_dude · 12-31-2003, 02:44 PM

Quote:

i am using the bios included with the motherboard set-up cd (v2.51) as this is a new build and i just wanted to get everything going before any tweaking.

Have you tried flashing with the latest bios update ?

Mr Steveo · 12-31-2003, 02:57 PM

Redmist:

To recap, youre trying to load Intel CSA LAN drivers from the Asus CDROM and the system is hanging. Yes?

If so, please note the Guide recommends using INF, and LAN drivers from Intels website (latest versions.) Also make sure to follow the recommendation in the Guide for INF installtion and for USB driver installation steps.

In short you really dont need (and you may not even want) the drivers from your mobo CD.

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New Forum Members:

Some of the stuff posted recently has been inapprpriate and flat out disturbingly wrong. All new members are welcome at ABXZone and this thread, just please try to conduct yourselves as the decent human beings Im sure you are.

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Wayne:

Was there a full moon since I last posted here or what?! A big thanks to you Wayne, and to all you others, for keeping an eye on this thread.

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Everyone:

Hopefully you all had a great Christmas and will have a Happy New Year!!

redmist · 12-31-2003, 03:33 PM

hi steveo-

yes, i am trying to install those drivers from the motherboard cd but in frustration, i have tried every driver and every situation that my inexperience has let me- with the same result- a hanging install.

i've done the XP install according to your guide, and now i am at the point where i have to install the drivers for the intel pro1000 ct (onboard lan).

i tried this new file from intel:

http://downloadfinder.intel.com/scri...me=PRO2KXP.EXE

and also this inf file- is this the one you refer to?

http://downloadfinder.intel.com/scri...&ProductID=871

not sure what to do if these don't work other than to RMA this and cross my fingers.

thanks for your help

12-30-2003, 09:39 AM	#796
nowareman ABXpert Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 2,466	The way it sounds something got hosed on your Windows install. Since it's a new install on a new system you won't be losing anything with a fresh install will you? Do a fresh install and choose FULL install even if you purchased the upgrade version. The program will ask you for your previous version disk if you do. I've read accounts of problems with upgrade installations. XP will format and partition your HDD. Then install your drivers in the order in Mr. Steveo's guide and you won't have any problems.
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12-30-2003, 01:53 PM	#800
ch0s3npimp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: In ya Computer screen haha Posts: 22	o ooops nevermind then sorry wayne! lets all start over __________________ Currently building Case - Sliver Chieftec Server Chassis w/ Window MOBO - ASUS P4C800-E Deluxe CPU - Intel Pentium 4 2.6C GHZ GFX - ASUS Radeon 9800XT 256mb Memory - 1024MB Corsair XMS3200 Cooling: CPU: Stock GFX: Stock 6 LED fans 1 x SEAGATE 160GB SATA harddrives 1 x MAXTOR 80GB IDE Hardrives Plextor 8x DVD Burner ASUS 52x/48x/52x CD-Burner (doh) KickAss 1.44 Floppy! Thermaltake 420Watt PowerSupply (or) ITS HERE ITS HERE w00t!!
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12-30-2003, 02:20 PM	#801
redmist Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 36	i did everything on that list wayne- but i am still having that "hanging" issue when installing the drivers. i am getting ready to give up and rma this damn board! asus of course is not calling me back nor getting back to me with an e-mail. not sure what to do except for returning the board and starting over.
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12-30-2003, 03:13 PM	#802
wayne_abx Never Ending Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Vancouver, Washington (State) Posts: 4,188	Sorry redmist, perhaps a re-install as noted in the other post may resolve, I suspect it may not, but do a re-install following Mr Steveo's instruction and see if it corrects your issue? At least try one more time before RMA, by the way, have you flashed your bios to the most current one? Also, Asus sometimes have two different NIC drivers (as they do for the P4PE) for one board, depending on the NIC type used. One other thing you can do, (make sure you have Admin rights) copy the NIC driver folder to C:\ drive Make sure the NIC drivers isn't installed. Go into safe mode, go to the Device manager delete your NIC under network adapters (if it shows) go to the NIC drivers folder you placed on C:\ drive, find the INF file located in there for your operating system, right click on the INF file, select install, once done, restart back into your normal windows. See if it installs now? -wayne __________________ System-1 (primary) Intel D875PBZLK FMB 1.5 > Pentium 4/ 3.0E (D0) > Crucial Ballistix 512mb PC4000 (Dual Channel) > ATI Radeon 9500 Pro (128) > Audigy 2 Platinum > Thermaltake P4 Spark 7+ (Xaser Edition) - Antec 80x80mm x5 > 1x 80GB WD SE - 2x Seagate 200GB 7200RPM Barracuda 7200.7 Plus SATA > Lite-On LDW811s dvd +/- Tashiba SDM1712 DvD > Antec 430 TP > WinXP W/SP-2 Gigabit Network, Linksys WRT54GS, Linksys EG008W 8-port gigabit switch, ximeta network storage, Motorola SB4200
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12-30-2003, 04:27 PM	#804
redmist Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 36	no luck doing that either. i've already re-installed xp pro according to the instructions on that thread- still no go. ideally, i'd like to wait until customer service can call me back to see if it is fixable, other than that- i guess rma may be the only way.
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12-30-2003, 04:58 PM	#805
BBThumper Happy, Joyous and Free Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Philly Posts: 2,024	......just wondeing what bios you are using?........ __________________ ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe AMD Phenom 9600 XP-90c w/ a T.T. 92mm fan 2 x 2gig pc26400 Nvidia 8400 2 x Raptors in Raid 0 ......My City's moto: Welcome to Philly, now get the heck out!!!!!!!
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12-30-2003, 05:20 PM	#806
redmist Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 36	i am using the bios included with the motherboard set-up cd (v2.51) as this is a new build and i just wanted to get everything going before any tweaking. i just called new egg to get an rma number as i may just do this if asus tech support can't get back to me tonight. i've been working on this problem for 4 days now and i am getting really frustrated. it's a good thing i've had off from work.
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12-31-2003, 02:57 PM	#809
Mr Steveo Stayed @HolidayInn Xpress Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: USA Posts: 3,324	Redmist: To recap, youre trying to load Intel CSA LAN drivers from the Asus CDROM and the system is hanging. Yes? If so, please note the Guide recommends using INF, and LAN drivers from Intels website (latest versions.) Also make sure to follow the recommendation in the Guide for INF installtion and for USB driver installation steps. In short you really dont need (and you may not even want) the drivers from your mobo CD. ------------------------------------------- New Forum Members: Some of the stuff posted recently has been inapprpriate and flat out disturbingly wrong. All new members are welcome at ABXZone and this thread, just please try to conduct yourselves as the decent human beings Im sure you are. ------------------------------------------ Wayne: Was there a full moon since I last posted here or what?! A big thanks to you Wayne, and to all you others, for keeping an eye on this thread. ------------------------------------------ Everyone: Hopefully you all had a great Christmas and will have a Happy New Year!! __________________ Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6850 * Intel DX38BT "Bone Trail" mobo * 2 x 2 Gig Patriot PC3 10666 1333MHz 7-7-7-20 * eVGA GeForce 8800 GTX * WD 150G Raptor * Seagate 500G SATA HDD * Soundblaster X-Fi Fatality * 2 x Plextor PX-810SA DVD burners * CoolerMaster 850W PSU * Silverstone TJ10-SW case * Silverstone FP34 card reader * Logitech G7 mouse * Logitech diNovo Edge keyboard * Sony 19" LCD * Windows Vista Ultimate SP1 x64 * Larry The Squirrel*
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12-31-2003, 03:33 PM	#810
redmist Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 36	hi steveo- yes, i am trying to install those drivers from the motherboard cd but in frustration, i have tried every driver and every situation that my inexperience has let me- with the same result- a hanging install. i've done the XP install according to your guide, and now i am at the point where i have to install the drivers for the intel pro1000 ct (onboard lan). i tried this new file from intel: http://downloadfinder.intel.com/scri...me=PRO2KXP.EXE and also this inf file- is this the one you refer to? http://downloadfinder.intel.com/scri...&ProductID=871 not sure what to do if these don't work other than to RMA this and cross my fingers. thanks for your help
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