Error installing windows xp

I put a new baracuda 160gb hard drive and it giving me a hard time loading the new windows set up it give me a error #7
it said that is not have set up exe. could some let me know how to fix this problem and re load windows xp thanks in advance

JDTec May 11, 2010

Make sure that the XP cd is clean and not scratched.

Also, If it is not the cd., it may be a memory problem. check the ram.

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Hi! there,set up exe. that was when your setting up win 98 you have to install that came from floppy disk before you can install win 98.there is an os win 98 in your system you have to delete that previous os before installing another win xp.restart ur computer. press F2 to open your bios set-up . then select bios set-up priority your cd-room drive second,your hard drive. last, quit and save set-up. and then your computer will restart. insert your cd windows xp then reinstall your window xp. delete the previous os then follow the set up on your window xp until you install your new window xp.

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