Question : the file 'asms' on windows xp professional service pack 1 cd is needed

how do I get my computer to recognize the cd rom for this file

Answer : the file 'asms' on windows xp professional service pack 1 cd is needed

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"The file 'Asms' on Windows XP Professional CD-ROM is needed" error message when you install Windows XP":
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