1) XP 1800+ is 1.53GHz, XP 2000+ is 1.67GHz......actual performance is very close and most people really won't notice the difference.

2) You need at least a 300 Watt power supply, although I'd recommend 350. Antec or Enermax are the recommended brands.

3) If you just want to wipe the drive and you're going to be installing a new OS from scratch, then yes, "format C: /q" will work. Basically all that does is clear the FAT.


I'm too tired to put any more detail than that. Hope that helps....