install problem stuck on

You were running a "new" install after deleting corrupted upgrade installation so existing software and settings are already lost.

I recommend a clean install of Win2K Pro. Delete existing partition, repartition, format and install.

Data can be backed up by connecting hard disk to another Win2K or XP PC and copying data files.

Dalton

maybe you didn't clobber your working windows. maybe the install attempt modified the boot.ini menu. you can fix it pretty easy.
Use the recovery console to add the working windows back into the boot menu by using the bootcfg /repair command at the recovery console. here is how to use the recovery console:
How To Use Recovery Console on a Computer That Does Not Start in Windows 2000
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;301645
here is how to use bootcfg /repair:
One Installed Operating System Is Missing from the Startup Menu in a Multiple-Boot Computer
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307061
HIH

Yes! it is cause by the chang of the boot.ini file on the root directory. Try to boot machine with DOS dissket (or Win2K CD to dos consolo, if your partation is NTFS format), use
"attrib -h -s -r boot.ini" command to remove the protection of the file, then edit the file to chang your bootable OS to the first line, should work again.

BTW, remove the spare OS just need delete the windows directory of the OS and then chang the boot.ini in your working system.

Good lucks!

I agree,
Rip it out, Delete existing partition, repartition, format and install.
Do a complete new install. If need be get an old dos boot floppy and use the fdisk utility. Once completely killed installing will be a breeze