I create partition in Boot camp (20 to 32 gigs - I tried this a number of times). If the disc is dirty, scuffed, or scratched it may not be readable.
If this fails, try replacing RAM until you get a combination that works.Ĭheck the CD for defects as well. That is, if you've just upgraded to 4 GB when you previously had 2 GB, then downgrade to 2 GB for purposes of the install. If you have recently exchanged memory, temporarily return the factory default amount to the system. Must contain SP2 or later, else it will fail. There is also a hard drive firmware update available for some models that can improve the reliability of the drive. While not directly related to the issue at hand, the firmware is listed as addressing issues which may cause these models to lock up. The Aluminum iMac has a graphics firmware update that should also be applied prior to Boot Camp. Other devices can be added once XP is set up. Only these things in the order indicated above.
Seems to happen when things other than an Apple USB keyboard and mouse are connected or if the mouse and keyboard are Apple-issue, then the mouse must be connected to the keyboard, which must be connected to the computer.
