Nevermind... of course the CD is bad. Thanks theroux. PM me & when I finally get my computer up and running again, I'll hook you up, as promised.
Re: Having a REAL problem reinstalling Windows XP SP2 w/Reward is your windows disc "legit" ??? seems like your windows cd is bad... The windows disc is suposse to be bootable and you'll even be able to format your "c" drive with it before reinstalling everything. If your cd is bad, you can download windows from any torrent site with all the service pack and update already installed.