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Old 07-15-2007, 11:06 AM   #1
Brynn
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How do i add an os to grub please?


I usually run ubuntu feisty on my pc but recently i've bought a new disk and decided to install xp sdo that i can play a few games now and then. ubuntu runs from my ide disk that has grub on it. The windows that i installed is on a 40Gb SATA disk but i've no idea how to add that to grub. any helps appreaciated. if you need anymore info let me know.
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Old 07-15-2007, 12:51 PM   #2
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Hi
Edit the file /boot/menu.lst and add the following lines:


Code:
title    Windows
root     (hd1,0)
savedefault
makeactive
chainloader +1
This should do the job
 
  


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