Can I install this on my Windows XP computer and make it WIndows 7? How much space does it use? THanks!
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HiReally depends on the age of your machine. This version is for system builders, meaning you'd have to wipe windows xp and install win7 fresh. This won't upgrade an existing windows installation.If your machine is older than 4 years, I'd suggest a new machine.The install took 15gb of my hard disk
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Here's a link from microsoft on your question.http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/products/system-requirementsWindows XP debuted in 2001. Microsoft Discontinued the OEM's for Windows XP in 2008. So at a glance without your system specs. I'd say your computer is at least 5 years old. Rather or not you can install it "I'd say you probably shouldn't unless you meet the recommended(not required) system requirements.
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I agree with what A.Karantze said and make sure before you do this that you backup all of your important documents, pictures and music before wiping your system because once you wipe your system you can't get anything back. I hope this helps you with your decision
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Hi Really depends on the age of your machine. This version is for system builders, meaning you'd have to wipe windows xp and install win7 fresh. This won't upgrade an existing windows installation. If your machine is older than 4 years, I'd suggest a new machine. The install took 15gb of my hard disk
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Yes. I transferred my XP files to a Dell computer with windows 7. Both computers are 32-bit.
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I'm not sure about XP, but I am using it on 32 bit Win 7, so it might be okay for you.
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All I can tell you is that it seems to be 100% compatible with Windows XP. It seems to behave a little different with my Windows 7 in that it backs up a little differently with Windows 7. As for treating it like an external drive, it works perfectly with Windows 7. Sorry I am not able to answer about the Windows 8.
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yes you can install windows 7(xp no longersupported) but This laptop has room only for 32bit
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no i would not load anything higher than windows xp on this laptop, better off getting something with more compatibility!
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The system builder is really for installing on blank machines. If you already have XP, you should just get the upgrade version, which is cheaper anyway.
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I don't know the requirements for windows 7. I prefer xp over windows seven a lot of older programs won't run on seven and xp can also run DOS programs. If It has the min. memory and hard drive requirements are there it should work. I bought one of the computers I am not the seller. Mine works great with xp I have Win Seven on another computer but love XP for my older programs.
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I think it should. According to this website:http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa366778(v=vs.85).aspx#physical_memory_limits_windows_xp...it says Windows 7 Starter's limit on X86 (32-bit) is 2GB, unless Microsoft has some type of lock and forces you to upgrade their OS so you can utilize more memory.
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Yea, 8GB is plenty to run XP. You could strip XP down and install it on 256MB. I had XP installed on my eeePC with 4GB SSD and had about 2GB left over. Usually 2GB is what is used when done installing all your apps (Office 2003, VLC Media Player, ect). I would upgrade the ram if possible, especially since it has been so cheap lately. Hope this helps :)
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Yes. I use it on Windows 7. If it gives you problems, make sure that in the programs properties you check the box that makes it run compatible with Windows XP. I've used this program for years and love everything about it.
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Gerry: I've got it installed on WINDOWS 7...but never use it. I'm using it on my WINDOWS XP (another computer) and it works just fine. I've had problems installing on "7"....and if that's the only thing you have.....good luck. I was just patient and kept at it after "7" was telling me to forgot it. But I did get a correct install.
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Sorry, I can't answer that question because I returned it without opening the box. However, if I remember correctly, it came with everything that one would need to use it. Also, I need to figure out how to correct my review. I said this does not work with XP, and I meant to say Vista. The information on the box just skipped over Vista.
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Who cares about XP try Win7 64 bit with 4 gig of RAM.... these core 2's fly with it...If someone is doing basic computing these computers will give them years of life.
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Operating system refers to the Windows version you have. If you try to install Windows XP on a new computer, then you will have a very hard time. I don't know if it will let you register your copy, which will cause it to stop working in 30 days, or if you can update it at all. Without updates to XP your screen resolution won't give you a big enough screen to click on buttons in programs (they will be off of your screen and you can't get to them.) I would recommend installing Windows 7 or later.
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Does anyone worry about buying netbooks and this computer and Microsoft ending support for XP like they eventually did for Windows 98 ? I would want 2GB of RAM if I ever had to install Vista...
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Despite what others will say, you can. You have to run it in compatibility mode for WinXP-32bit (Or previous Windows if it gives you the option). This worked for me in windows Vista/7. If you're running Win8 I can't say for sure. There might have been another thing to install (A roommate stole my disk so I can't try) some quick googling should help.