Mark Smith wrote:



Oh I see, so you admit that there could be a problem with these devices and
the OS when installing. Now you are speaking out of both sides of your
mouth. You say my story sounded incredible, but right here you say you tell
people not to have the devices plugged in.


When you are installing an OS, it is wise to disconnect most external
devices to speed up installation; otherwise, installation will try
finding the right drivers and sometimes fails if the device is new.
BELKIN is a classic example whose devices have not passed MS
compatibility tests but we still install them AFTER the OS is up and
running.

And you are wrong anyway. You most certainly should have the devices plugged
up so XP can go ahead and install them. It is easier and faster. And what
the hell do you think happens when you plug in the device? The OS tries to
install it anyway.

It is not easier and faster as you say. I currently support about 300
PCs for the university and take it from me that it is faster and easier
to connect after the OS is running.


Man, I am not wasting anymore time on you. I think people can see you for
what you are. A fruit loop.

As you wish. Just for interest sake what does a fruit loop means? WE
don't have that word in the UK. Is it something bad to be labelled?