Dont know if this is of any help.
Unlocking WinXP's setupp.ini
See attached iso, it is a striped XP image but bootable.
Just add the XP disc files or any other data to the image and make sure it retains bootable format.
1. I already have that.
2. I can "now" already do that.
But many thanks for the info "it is appreciated"
The problem is trying to get the PID to recognize my genuine s/n.
I did manage to create a CD for a OEM setup which "does accept my previously installed s/n" but not the original genuine s/n, and as previously said now allows me to install XP pro without having to do skulduggery, which does make life a lot easier.
Although the COA came attached to the Samsung P28 Laptop, it does not state if OEM or anything else.
However, just because it does not state OEM does not mean it is OEM or is not OEM.
(I also have 2 other OEM disc's but only one of the COA stickers state OEM, so this is not helping matters)
However, I shall be making further disc's using the retail PID etc to see if that solves the problem.