How to install Solaris 10 on the same hard drive that has had an XP OS

Hi All,
I downloaded 5 CDs of Sun Solaris 10 and tried to install the OS on the same HDD that has already had XP OS. But when I boot the machine from CD-ROM to install the new OS, the PC did not do anything but just went back to XP windows. I do appreciate anyone who has a complete procedure to perform this task. I don't know whether the CDs are not bootable, the partition has to be done for the new OS, etc.
Thanks a lot,
tv

I've tried doing a dual-boot install keeping my OEM XP environment intact, and have had nothing but problems getting the Solaris 10 11/06 side of the system running - see my previous posts for more details. I followed what seemed to be good instructions for partinioning and installation. Now, I get the grub menu, but when I select Solaris, the OS puts me in a command-line safe-mode which is read-only. Certainly does not help, since I can't modify any files to try fixes, etc.
Seems like most people are using a dedicated system or drive for Solaris, or if dual-boot using older hardware that meets the HCL. I can't find much help on getting a newer system (with more hardware compatibilty issues) working in a dual-boot mode. If you figure it out please let me/us know.
Good luck!

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