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Reinstall 8.04 over 8.10?

Asked by Chetan

I would like to reinstall 8.04 over 8.10. A long and tedious search has not provided any specific steps or answers on how to do this. If anyone has attempted this successfully, I'd appreciate your insight and tips.

Thanks.

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jscc88 (jscc88-deactivatedaccount) said : 		#1

is better delete the partition and install here the ubuntu 8.04

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Chetan (joshichetan) said : 		#2

so backup the files and then run the 8.04 cd? Here's a follow up question: Will 8.04 ISO image be recognized on boot when I reinstall?

I have tried to do it and the machine locked up.

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Sam_ (and-sam) said : 		#3

Installing 'over' will cause trouble, new installation is recommended.
If your home user directory is on a separate partition you may choose customized installation.
Depending on BIOS settings, LiveCD is able to boot.
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BootFromCD

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