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ok i have a computer but it is a windows 2000 and i want xp on it but how do i do that??

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A short, practical checklist that fills gaps in the thread and follows and ’s main points: back up important files, have a valid XP CD/key, and prefer a clean install for reliability. This note explains what “boot from CD” means, shows what to copy off the PC, and clarifies when Windows 2000 will be permanently removed versus preserved for dual-boot.

Backups to make first: copy the entire profile folder (C:\Documents and Settings\<username>) — this contains Desktop, My Documents, Favorites and most application settings. Locate Outlook data (either in My Documents or under Local Settings\Application Data\Microsoft\Outlook) and export mail if needed. Save installers, product keys, browser bookmarks, pictures, music and any saved game files. Put those copies on a USB stick, external drive, or burned discs. The basic copy method is Explorer: select files/folders, right‑click -> Copy, then Paste to the backup device.

“Boot from CD” and the install flow: insert the XP CD and restart. If the message “Press any key to boot from CD…” appears, press a key. If the PC boots straight to Windows, reboot and press the BIOS/boot-menu key (common keys: Del, F2, F10, F12 or Esc) to either change the boot order or choose the CD drive for a one‑time boot. XP Setup will start; when shown partitions, deleting or formatting the partition that holds Windows 2000 will permanently remove 2000. To keep 2000, create/leave a separate partition and install XP to that partition (this yields a dual-boot).

After install: immediately install chipset and network drivers so updates can be downloaded, then install all drivers, SPs and antivirus. Keep the original Windows 2000 CD or a full disk image if rollback is desired — a disk image eases full restoration if something goes wrong. As noted, XP Home works for most home users; Pro is mainly for domains and advanced networking.

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Member Avatar for Squires

First obtain a copy of WinXP. From there you can do an upgrade or you can format and do a fresh install. A Fresh install is recommeneded whenever possible as upgrades don't always go smoothly.

If you do a fresh install, make sure you get a full version of WInXP, not an upgrade version. I also suggest XP Pro over Home edition.

To do a fresh install, just put the cd in, reboot, and boot from the cd rom drive. Then just follow the instructions to install.

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so i put in a xp pro cd and reboot..whats that???and what is boot from cd??

can u plz give me step by step and just say the instalation doesnt go well then can i just stci k2 2000 or will that get deleted??

lol

Member Avatar for Thong_Ispector

You can double boot to multiple operating systems...

But in your case I doubt you want that.

XP Home is fine for most users (even small business)

There are only a handfull of differences between XP Home and XP Pro and unless you really need those special (mostly networking and security) features you are wasting your money.

Most people cant even tell you the real differences...
Just because your software is Pro it does not mean you are...

Member Avatar for Catweazle

To dual boot you will need a partition or drive to install to. Do not try to install XP to the same partition as Win2000 if you want both.

Totally agree about XP Home and Pro.

The only real reason for choosing XP Pro over XP Home is if you wish to be part of a domain network or a simple network which has more than 5 PCs. In just about every other respect the two are identical in every way except default settings.

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how do you perminantely deleted 2000 and install xp pro

Member Avatar for Catweazle

Best way:

Back up yout data. Format. Install fresh.

Member Avatar for dlh6213

so i put in a xp pro cd and reboot..whats that???and what is boot from cd??

can u plz give me step by step and just say the instalation doesnt go well then can i just stci k2 2000 or will that get deleted??

lol

Here's complete instructions courtesy of Catweazle :):
http://www.daniweb.com/techtalkforums/thread6632.html

Member Avatar for rudeboy

how do i back up data??

Member Avatar for dlh6213

Copy all the data you wish to keep, including your Favorites, Outlook (if you use it), etc. onto a CD (if you have a burner), a USB flash drive (again, if you have one), or, if nothing else, a floppy disk.

Note: If you don't have a CD burner or USB flash drive, you really should consider it as they aren't very expensive nowadays -- and very handy!

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copy how...??

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