Question : Get windows version from hard drive

I have a hard drive that won't boot. I can view the contents of the drive. I'm trying to determine the version / service pack level from the disk. I know it's windows xp.... But that's all I know. Where do I look?

Answer : Get windows version from hard drive

Check out this EE article.  Couple of good suggestions but one is to check the end of your C:\Windows\Inf\Layout.inf file.

http://www.experts-exchange.com/OS/Microsoft_Operating_Systems/Q_24241087.html