FDISK problems, DMI data pool

I have an older 98 SE PC. I did an FDISK.. deleted the partition, tried to re-install the OS again and it keeps getting to the verifying DMI pool data screen and then it freezes up.

Any Suggestions?

Thanks

"B" wrote in message
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I have an older 98 SE PC. I did an FDISK.. deleted the partition,
tried to re-install the OS again and it keeps getting to the verifying
DMI pool data screen and then it freezes up.

You did not say you formatted the drive again.

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Don Phillipson
Carlsbad Springs (Ottawa, Canada)

I would boot the system with a start-up floppy disk and
then enter the command sys c: at the A:\ prompt to
transfer the boot files to the C: drive.

If that doesn't work, try running Scaddisk on the C: drive
and the fdisk program from the floppy drive to find out
the validity of the partition status. The drive might not
be partitioned properly.

You must also disable any Virus Warning setting in the
BIOS before you install Windows 95 or 98 because it
activated when the boot sector is accessed by the setup
routine and ruins it.

Eric,
http://www.pcbuyerbeware.co.uk/
http://www.sharedbirthday.co.uk/


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I have an older 98 SE PC. I did an FDISK.. deleted the
partition, tried to re-install the OS again and it keeps
getting to the verifying DMI pool data screen and then it
freezes up.

Any Suggestions?

Thanks
.

Did you create new partitions and format them?

--
Regards

Ron Badour, MS MVP for W98
Tips: http://home.satx.rr.com/badour
Knowledge Base Info:
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?pr=kbinfo

"B" wrote in message
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I have an older 98 SE PC. I did an FDISK.. deleted the partition, tried
to re-install the OS again and it keeps getting to the verifying DMI pool
data screen and then it freezes up.

Any Suggestions?

Thanks

Try entering Bios and reset to default. If this does not work try resetting
CMOS then entering bios on boot up and load defaults.

--
Jon Hildrum
DTS MVP

www.hildrum.com
"B" wrote in message
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I have an older 98 SE PC. I did an FDISK.. deleted the partition, tried
to re-install the OS again and it keeps getting to the verifying DMI pool
data screen and then it freezes up.

Any Suggestions?

Thanks

............Quote....of Glee.................
Look he
http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch000474.htm

and also read the Maxtor bulletin, pasted below:

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DiamondMax : Tech Support : General Information Bulletin : 15007

Subject:
Troubleshooting System Hangs caused by a Computer's DMI Pool Data
Summary:
Tips for resolving hangs generated via a system's DMI Pool Data
Document #: 15007

Disclaimer: This Document is provided as is without any warranty of any
kind, either expressed or implied. In no event will MAXTOR CORPORATION
be liable to you for any damages, including any loss of profit or
savings, arising out of the use or inability to use the information
contained in this document. Maxtor Corporation makes no representations
or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically
disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any
particular purpose.

Overview:
The Desktop Management Interface (DMI) is a new method of managing
computers in an enterprise. The main component of DMI is the Management
Information Format Database, or MIFD (the DMI Pool Data). This database
contains all the information about the computing system and its
components. At times, some systems may experience hang conditions after
partitioning, formatting and initial bootup of a hard drive. The
message, "Verifying DMI Pool Data" appears and the system hangs. This
condition may continue after the drive has been removed.

! WARNING ! ALL SUGGESTIONS LISTED IN THIS INFORMATION BULLETIN ARE BIOS
RELATED. FOR A PERMANENT SOLUTION, MAXTOR RECOMMENDS THAT USERS CONSULT
THEIR SYSTEM OR MOTHERBOARD MANUFACTURER FOR BIOS UPGRADES.

Suggestions to Resolve the Condition:

Apply power to the computer.
Access the system BIOS.
Set the drive type as None or Not Installed.
Load BIOS Defaults
Load SETUP Defaults
Save the BIOS changes and reboot the PC to a System Boot Diskette.
Shut down the PC after the memory count is displayed.
Reconnect the power and interface cables to the hard drive.
Access the System BIOS.
Auto-Detect the hard drive. Ensure that the LBA Mode option is enabled.
Save the BIOS changes and boot the PC with a System Diskette.
Partition and format the hard drive via the operating system.
Reboot the system. On bootup, the screen should read:
Verifying DMI Pool Data
Update Successful
The system should continue booting normally.

Other Possible Solutions:
Apply power to the computer.
Access the System BIOS.
Disable both the Internal and External CPU Cache. These features are
located in either the "BIOS Features" or "Advanced Settings" options of
the BIOS Setup.

NOTE: Consult the System or Motherboard User's Manual for exact location
of the Internal and External CPU Cache settings.

Save the BIOS changes and reboot the PC to a System Boot Diskette. On
bootup, the screen should read:
Verifying DMI Pool Data
Update Successful
The system should continue booting normally.
After the system successfully boots, re-start the PC and access the
system BIOS.
Enable the External CPU Cache. This feature is located in the "BIOS
Features" or "Advanced Settings".

NOTE: Consult the System or Motherboard User's Manual for exact location
of the External CPU Cache setting.

! WARNING ! User's MUST re-enable this feature for optimal system
performance.
Save the BIOS changes and reboot the PC to a System Boot Diskette. On
bootup, the screen should read:
Verifying DMI Pool Data
Update Successful
The system should continue booting normally.

NOTE: If the aforementioned suggestions fail to resolve the issue,
contact the system or motherboard manufacturer to:
Remove the "Clear CMOS" Jumper and reset the system BIOS
Obtain a Flash BIOS Upgrade

Copyright © 2000, Maxtor Corporation ®
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....glen
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Thanks or Good Luck,
There may be humor in this post, and,
Naturally, you will not sue,
should things get worse after this,
PCR

"B" wrote in message
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| I have an older 98 SE PC. I did an FDISK.. deleted the partition,
tried to re-install the OS again and it keeps getting to the verifying
DMI pool data screen and then it freezes up.
|
| Any Suggestions?
|
| Thanks