Installing Ubuntu on a Windows XP Computer with a Non-Functioning CD-ROM

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The discussion centers on the challenge of installing Ubuntu on an old computer running Windows XP, particularly due to a non-functional CD-ROM drive. The user created a bootable USB drive but encountered issues accessing it in the BIOS settings, which did not recognize USB or removable media as boot options. A suggested solution is to use the Windows installer for Ubuntu, allowing for a straightforward dual-boot setup. However, if the BIOS lacks USB boot options, alternatives are limited. The user expresses a desire to completely remove Windows and solely use Ubuntu, seeking guidance on how to do so effectively, given the computer's limited 4GB hard drive capacity.
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I have bit old computer which has installed Windows XP.I want to install Ubuntu to that computer.But the problem is the CD-Rom is not working of the computer.Therefore i created Bootable U.S.B drive.Then i logged into BIOS settings of the computer to make the U.S.B/Removable media as my 1st Bootable device.But there is not any drive calls U.S.B or removable media.Please any expert can give me a proper solution for this issue?
 
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Why do you need bootable media?
goto:
http://www.ubuntu.com/desktop/get-ubuntu/windows-installer

Can install directly from windows and have REALLY easy dual-boot.

Otherwise there is not much of a solution. If your motherboard BIOS doesn't have the option then you can't do much. I've had a few computers with SEVERELY restricted BIOS settings.
 
Thank you very much for your quick response.I don't need to use windows anymore in that computer.I just need to use Ubuntu.Because my machine has a 4GB Hard drive.Please tell me how to remove windows & just use Ubuntu...?
 

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