reinstall xp - backup help

[ian.t]

Is there any way I can backup my DSL modem settings onto CD-R ?

I am about to format and partition my HD and I would like to get up and running on the internet as soon as possible. I know i'll have to reinstall the modem but I have the drivers for that ready.

Also how do i get into bios xp so that i can make my system boot from cd. Is it ok booting from cd all the time ?

thanks in advance

ian.t