I have Windows XP now 32b. Will I have to remove it and format disk before I install Windows 8 Pro Sys. builder 64b or will it remove and format
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The Windows website saysYes, but you can't do this using Upgrade Assistant. If your PC has a 64-bit capable processor (CPU) but is currently running a 32-bit version of Windows, you can install a 64-bit version of Windows 8, but you'll need to buy Windows 8 as a DVD.You also won't be able to keep any files, settings, or apps when you upgrade from a 32-bit to a 64-bit version.Just make sure your hardware is 64 bit capable, and it will perform a clean install on your hard drive.
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you need: 1- Backup your sys hard disk important info, in other hdd or cd's, any storage that you have. 2- In the W8 Installer assistant, when you put the installer to boot from the dvd, you'll have the options and tools in front to manage the HDD, for example...format the hdd. The assistant is easy, you'll be guided until finish the w8 installation. If you have questions, feel free to ask.
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As I understand it, cross architecture upgrade from 32 bit to 64 bit is not possible. So I believe you will have to do a clean install rather than an upgrade.
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you need:1- Backup your sys hard disk important info, in other hdd or cd's, any storage that you have.2- In the W8 Installer assistant, when you put the installer to boot from the dvd, you'll have the options and tools in front to manage the HDD, for example...format the hdd. The assistant is easy, you'll be guided until finish the w8 installation. If you have questions, feel free to ask.
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As with most Windows versions this disk will still give the option to overwrite the partition and reformat during the installation process if you choose. Just remember that "deleting" the original Windows XP partition using a Windows install disk does not actually "wipe" or delete all the content but simply overwrites the partition. If you are hoping to delete all the content and prevent recovery you will need to wipe the drive using a different method like DBAN (wiki it). Don't forget to backup anything you want to keep to a separate media prior to any of the above as suggested with the other answers. As with most Windows versions this disk will still give the option to overwrite the partition and reformat during the installation process if you choose. Just remember that "deleting" the original Windows XP partition using a Windows install disk does not actually "wipe" or delete all the content but simply overwrites the partition. If you are hoping to delete all the content and prevent recovery you will need to wipe the drive using a different method like DBAN (wiki it). Don't forget to backup anything you want to keep to a separate media prior to any of the above as... » Read More As with most Windows versions this disk will still give the option to overwrite the partition and reformat during the installation process if you choose. Just remember that "deleting" the original Windows XP partition using a Windows install disk does not actually "wipe" or delete all the content but simply overwrites the partition. If you are hoping to delete all the content and prevent recovery you will need to wipe the drive using a different method like DBAN (wiki it). Don't forget to backup anything you want to keep to a separate media prior to any of the above as suggested with the other answers. « Show Less
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Windows 8 Professional System Builder DVD 64-Bit will remove the Windows XP ..note this win 8 system builder package is not an upgrade package but a fresh install of the operating system.To save old files you would have to copy your items like pictures ,music and documents onto another drive and copy them back to the respective folders when you install the new operating system .If you are looking to upgrade you have to choose a different builder as this one does a fresh install.
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I prefer a clean install... Format and do a clean installation of windows.Back up everything you have to an external disk/flash drive.I like windows 8 pro 64bits desktop but the metro ui is useless to me, i prefer the desktop mode only. There is a small program by stardock called start8 ( it cost 5 bucks ) it gives you the start menu option, it also lets you bypass metro ui directly to desktop mode. I hope microsoft updates or give us back the start menu control in the near future.. HeheTake care, bye
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You can upgrade, but you will lose your system settings and programs. This is assuming you have an x64 system. Honesty I would recommend backing up your personal data and any paid programs serials codes to an external drive and do a fresh install. Without ever using Win7 you will have to get used to the transitions to Win8. Last of all, if you have an older PC, it might be worth while to upgrade to a new x64 system that comes with Win8. You would surprised how much $500 can get you. Hope this was helpful. Feel free to reply with any other questions.
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Raymondo. I have not installed Win 8 on an XP machine, but for all I've read you will have to remove XP to install Win 8. Formatting is the best way to remove everything from your hard drive. Before doing so, make sure your machine will run Win 8. The DVD will tell you if you attempt to install it. Be sure and Backup all of your files. To re-install many of your programs run Ninite.com. It will install many of your programs at one time and it's free. Be sure and ask friends how they like Win 8 before you install it.
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The install routine will ask you where to install. When it does this you can choose to format the drive and then install. I like the others recommend a clean install.
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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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Windows 7 needed a seperate disc for 32-bit vs 64-bit. Most versions of Windows 8.x come with both versions, I believe.
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Does not come with installation disc (I don't think any do anymore). You can burn "recovery discs" and/or leave the recovery partition, usually "Drive D". you can then delete Windows 8 & install win7 from a separately purchased disc. This is more expensive (by the price of new win7 disc) than trying to find (if you can) a machine with similar specs w/ win7 pre-installed. ----OR--- Look into the new win 8.1 & Win 8.2. I don't know, but I heard they are much better than Win8. Good Luck!
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It should come pre installed. The Windows 8 code is on the side of the comp.
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You are not going to use the "OLD" OS, so it doesn't matter what shape that OS is in or what motherboard it was used with. You are going to format the drive and install a brand new clean copy of Windows 7 64-bit, right? You can't just plug in the old hard drive and expect it to work, besides, that was 32 bit and you say you want 64 bit, so you HAVE to reinstall the OS? I'm unclear as to whether you want to install 64-bit Windows, or keep your old 32-bit! You can't do both! Are you sure you are qualified for this work? Actually we already know that you are not, because if you were, you wouldn't need to ask these dumb questions. Over and Out. You are not going to use the "OLD" OS, so it doesn't matter what shape that OS is in or what motherboard it was used with. You are going to format the drive and install a brand new clean copy of Windows 7 64-bit, right? You can't just plug in the old hard drive and expect it to work, besides, that was 32 bit and you say you want 64 bit, so you HAVE to reinstall the OS? I'm unclear as to whether you want to install 64-bit Windows, or keep your old 32-bit! You can't do both! Are you sure you are qualified for this work? Actually we already know that you are not, because if you were,... » Read More You are not going to use the "OLD" OS, so it doesn't matter what shape that OS is in or what motherboard it was used with. You are going to format the drive and install a brand new clean copy of Windows 7 64-bit, right? You can't just plug in the old hard drive and expect it to work, besides, that was 32 bit and you say you want 64 bit, so you HAVE to reinstall the OS? I'm unclear as to whether you want to install 64-bit Windows, or keep your old 32-bit! You can't do both! Are you sure you are qualified for this work? Actually we already know that you are not, because if you were, you wouldn't need to ask these dumb questions. Over and Out. « Show Less
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Well you do need a clean hard drive and computer that is put together to install it! :) I just purchased this, and installed it on my computer that I freshly built with a hard drive that was completely empty. You don't need anything additional except a computer. I would not suggest buying this system, though. Better off going with Windows 7. I've been trying to get rid of my version of this (it can be installed again on another computer) at: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Microsoft-Windows-8-OEM-64-bit-System-Builder-/171125918826?pt=US_Operating_Systems_Software&hash;=item27d7e64c6a
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Correct... If you have a copy of an older version of Windows, you could do an install of that, then do a clean install of 8 to replace it, but otherwise you'll want what Joel mentioned, the System Builder Edition. The System Builder Edition doesn't require a previous version of Windows to be installed, while this retail version checks beforehand, even if you are going to do a clean install.
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Windows 7 Pro came pre-installed with upgrade disks for windows 8. The original 'load' was very basic with not many add-ons(nice).
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Oh yea, you'll be good to go for some time. Check the Microsoft site to be sure but according to ZDNET mainstream support for windows 8.1 ends on January 9, 2018 and extended support ends on January 10, 2023. This laptop comes with the Windows 8 operating system pre installed, no CD/DVD,(you can upgrade to Windows 8.1 for free) but gives you the opportunity to make a backup/restore disk set so that if, heaven forbid, something should happen to the hard drive you can reinstall the operating system. This backup/restore disk set that you can make is specific to that particular laptop, meaning you can't use the backup/restore disks on a different pc be it a laptop or desktop. It's a good idea to make the backup/restore disk set because otherwise you'll have to dish out $100 or so for a new OEM Windows 8 disk. Hope this helps :)
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Mine is 32 bit. But beware that XP is no longer supported by Microsoft and they WILL FORCE you to change to windows 8... My advice is to change to Windows 7 asap.
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U can also install 12.04 LTS on any computer running Windows (dont know about junker Win8). No partitioning required. Easy. It installs beside Win so u just choose at boot which OS to use. Just in case u r interested.
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Well you do need a clean hard drive and computer that is put together to install it! :) I just purchased this, and installed it on my computer that I freshly built with a hard drive that was completely empty. You don't need anything additional except a computer. I would not suggest buying this system, though. Better off going with Windows 7. I've been trying to get rid of my version of this (it can be installed again on another computer) at: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Microsoft-Windows-8-OEM-64-bit-System-Builder-/171125918826?pt=US_Operating_Systems_Software&hash=item27d7e64c6a
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My system (xp-pro) is a 32 bit.Go to 'My Computer' (likely on your desktop) and clicl on Prpoerties. If '64' pops up, your system is 64; otherwise it is 32 by default.donama
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Hello, Windows 7 Pro 64bit is installed on the computer. Best regards, Amuras
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Negative, Windows 8 is pre installed and no disks come with it. However, it does give you the option to make your own disk at first start up.
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Basically, any new operating system installs best on a newly formatted HD. This means your computer's empty. You are not going to save your programs and data. Be aware most programs will need to be reinstalled, then it's data can be restored. This being said, your computer should forget who it was and it's component parts also, part of a OEM disk protocol is to format your HD. Be sure to have access to your computer's manufactures web sit for driver access. Win 7 Pro has a good driver data base but may not have your network card or wireless radio. Having an Ethernet dongle is recommended. This is if you have an OEM OS disk, an update disk is different. Not as clean of a reinstall of the OS, I've heard. Basically, any new operating system installs best on a newly formatted HD. This means your computer's empty. You are not going to save your programs and data. Be aware most programs will need to be reinstalled, then it's data can be restored. This being said, your computer should forget who it was and it's component parts also, part of a OEM disk protocol is to format your HD. Be sure to have access to your computer's manufactures web sit for driver access. Win 7 Pro has a good driver data base but may not have your network card or wireless radio. Having an Ethernet dongle is recommended.... » Read More Basically, any new operating system installs best on a newly formatted HD. This means your computer's empty. You are not going to save your programs and data. Be aware most programs will need to be reinstalled, then it's data can be restored. This being said, your computer should forget who it was and it's component parts also, part of a OEM disk protocol is to format your HD. Be sure to have access to your computer's manufactures web sit for driver access. Win 7 Pro has a good driver data base but may not have your network card or wireless radio. Having an Ethernet dongle is recommended. This is if you have an OEM OS disk, an update disk is different. Not as clean of a reinstall of the OS, I've heard. « Show Less
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Mine came with Windows 7 professional installed and with recovery disks for Windows 8 should you want to upgrade.