can you do a clean install and still keep files and programs already on system. My system is windows xp which has stopped working
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NoClean means nothing is loaded except your basic operating system. It's just like any new computer on the store shelf.
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Sorry Margaret. Clean install erases all files and programs. Save your files to an external drive then copy them to the new system later after you installed Windows 7. If your XP has stopped working... is the problem hardware or software. Upgrading to an old computer which is not working isn't a great idea.
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When I did the clean Windows 7 install on my old Lenovo X61 laptop, all my old data files and program settings were copied to a directory called "Windows.old" on the C drive. The actual programs were not copied and had to be reinstalled from disk or download. As a precaution, however, before starting I copied everything to a backup USB hard drive just in case the install failed for some reason. If Windows XP doesn't work at all on your computer and the system does not boot up, you probably need to get some sort of recovery software and copy your data off before you start - just in case . . . . . When I did the clean Windows 7 install on my old Lenovo X61 laptop, all my old data files and program settings were copied to a directory called "Windows.old" on the C drive. The actual programs were not copied and had to be reinstalled from disk or download. As a precaution, however, before starting I copied everything to a backup USB hard drive just in case the install failed for some reason. If Windows XP doesn't work at all on your computer and the system does not boot up, you probably need to get some sort of recovery software and copy your data off before you start - just in... » Read More When I did the clean Windows 7 install on my old Lenovo X61 laptop, all my old data files and program settings were copied to a directory called "Windows.old" on the C drive. The actual programs were not copied and had to be reinstalled from disk or download. As a precaution, however, before starting I copied everything to a backup USB hard drive just in case the install failed for some reason. If Windows XP doesn't work at all on your computer and the system does not boot up, you probably need to get some sort of recovery software and copy your data off before you start - just in case . . . . . « Show Less
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I was able to save all pics and some of my desktop items. But your best to move everything to a flash stick, or a disk of some sort just to be safe.
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I had no trouble moving all of my files and folders from an XP platform to a 7 platform about one month ago. The cable and software worked as described. Remember that the programs themselves do not transfer. That requires re-installation.
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No u have to format.. partition.. and load Windows 7..if it's a new drive u have to do a fresh install..
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The upgrade versions will let you perform a clean install, only it will ask you to insert the genuine CD of an older OS during installation to verify you are actually upgrading. Microsoft certainly isn't going to take your word that you already have a copy! Save your money and buy the upgrade versions.
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You can but the only thing that will be preserved would be your personal files such as documents, music, pictures, and videos. You will have to reinstall all of your programs such as Microsoft Office, Adobe photoshop, etc. So you can upgrade to Windows 8 from XP but the only thing you can keep will be personal files.
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In my experience, you need only have an OEM Microsoft install disc to validate using the upgrade. It will ask you to insert it during install, and after checking the OEM, it will resume XP installation.
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As long as you have a clean Win 7 copy, sure. Can you downgrade win 8 that's on it to win 7? No. They push out new systems with the new operating system to further that gen of software
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XP is no longer supported by Microsoft, best reformat and Install Wins 7 and run in the "Classic Mode" looks just like XP but Win 7 is still supported by Microsoft.
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I cleaned my Hard drive and did a clean install of windows 7. For me, compared to Windows 8; Windows 7 is great. It was worth purchasing the win 7 OS from tiger direct for around $100.00. Doing the clean install was a little tricky but I will be glad to send you a copy of the procedure it you decide to go that route.
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I had no problems with this issue. It would be a good idea to back up your files prior to installing.
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This is new install so it wipes any other OS and ALL FILES that you have previously loaded. Be sure to backup your files first and have the media to reinstall the programs or apps that you run.
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No. An "upgrade" version requires a previous version to be existing (or at least have the installation disk(s) for the previous version). That said, XP is no longer supported and is vunerable to security attacks. MS is providing no further updates (as of April 2014). But if ou must have XP, then look for the "Full" version.
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Probably will have to reformat (do a complete re-install which wipes everything you have on the disk). Before doing, backup all your data first (you should be able to re-install your applications if you have legal copies or backups). You can try upgrading (Windows 8 supposedly allows you to do that but there are no guarantees it will work). Back up to an external hard disk (should plus into a USB port on your computer) or a high capacity flash drive (depends on how much data you need to copy). After backing it up when the install of Windows 8 is done you should be able to copy you backed up data to your computer once Windows 8 is installed. Probably will have to reformat (do a complete re-install which wipes everything you have on the disk). Before doing, backup all your data first (you should be able to re-install your applications if you have legal copies or backups). You can try upgrading (Windows 8 supposedly allows you to do that but there are no guarantees it will work). Back up to an external hard disk (should plus into a USB port on your computer) or a high capacity flash drive (depends on how much data you need to copy). After backing it up when the install of Windows 8 is done you should be able to copy you backed up... » Read More Probably will have to reformat (do a complete re-install which wipes everything you have on the disk). Before doing, backup all your data first (you should be able to re-install your applications if you have legal copies or backups). You can try upgrading (Windows 8 supposedly allows you to do that but there are no guarantees it will work). Back up to an external hard disk (should plus into a USB port on your computer) or a high capacity flash drive (depends on how much data you need to copy). After backing it up when the install of Windows 8 is done you should be able to copy you backed up data to your computer once Windows 8 is installed. « Show Less
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Yes. I also did the very same thing. However, I only use my XP laptop for my older programs that there are no newer versions on the market. I use my Windows 7 / Linux laptop for everything else.
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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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Hello yes this is a full version, keep in mind that XP end of service is April 2014. This means that Microsoft will not be making any updates for it, or giving customer support for XP. You will still be able to use it as a base system, to use a upgrade version of windows 7 and 8. Hope this was helpful to you.
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Hello, Yes- this is the software you want. This isn't an upgrade, but the full 32-bit version. This software will place a folder on your hard drive called 'Old Software' and place all your XP Apps and data there- for you to add once the installation is finished. Secondly, 1 GB of ram is adequate- but if you can add more ram, Windows 7 won't have to swap hard drive space for memory. This software is best on Windows machines with Core 2 Duo machines or AMD A4 machines that are capable of 4gb of ram.