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• How dual boot ubuntu and windows 8?

  HP envy 6 sleekbook 6z 1100

  I already turn off secure in the BIOS startup

  But I can not install ubuntu 13.04

  The installation was smooth and good

  But after the reboot, there is no start menu doesn't appear for me to choose what operating system I want to start

  I wonder if something blocked HP... or should I turn on the legacy support in the BIOS? But ubuntu 13.04 should support EFL BIOS

  I need Ubuntu to work!

  Hello

  The following tutorials will help:

  http://apcmag.com/how-to-dual-boot-Windows-8-and-Linux.htm

  http://www.YouTube.com/watch?v=wNCSbTyUzoM

  Kind regards.

• How do I set up a dual boot Vista and XP with 2 hard drives?

  Dual boot Vista and XP with 2 hard drives

  I tried to get my computer has a separate hard drive put in place that lets me run Windows XP or Windows Vista. I tried the path of the CMD, but I could do things wrong with that because the news NTLDR appeared much too different info from Vista. Currently, I have deleted this change to the startup configuration. I want to know what I have to do to get these two to be able to boot. I noticed problems similar to mine, but the answer always seems to be a software that would cost me money.

  Thank you

  Tevans95

  Hello Tevans95,

  You cannot install two different operating systems on two different disks. For a dual-boot environment, you must install both XP and Vista on the same drive with different partitions.

  In addition, you must install Windows XP first and then Windows Vista.

  You can check the items below which will give you information on Dual boot.

  Install multiple operating systems (multiboot)

  Set up a dual-boot system

  Change the default operating system for startup (multiboot)

  There is no software that can help you to install XP and Vista on different drives.

  Thank you
  Irfan H, Engineer Support Microsoft Answers. Visit ourMicrosoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Dual Boot Vista and XP in separate hard drives?

  I currently installed on a hard drive in Vista and I have an extra which is 160 GB I want to install XP on so that I can dualboot both, is it possible?

  Remember that there is no partition in question here.

  The key which makes the task easier is to preformat the drive, assign a disk label (example: WinXP) and then launch the installation.

  How to dual boot Vista and XP (with Vista installed first) - the guide step by step with screenshots
  http://apcmag.com/how_to_dual_boot_vista_and_xp_with_vista_installed_first__the_stepbystep_guide.htm

  Install Windows XP on your pre-installed Windows Vista computer
  http://www.howtogeek.com/HOWTO/Windows-Vista/install-Windows-XP-on-your-pre-installed-Windows-Vista-computer/

  As always, with the project like this create an image backup of your entire hard drive (to an external USB drive) first.

  Acronis True Image 2011 - has a 30 day trial version available.
  (Install Acronis and then create a restoration/Rescue CD Media before starting the creation of an image backup)
  http://www.Acronis.com/homecomputing/products/TrueImage/
  The version comparison: http://www.acronis.com/homecomputing/products/trueimage/comparison.html
  True Image User Guides and documentation:
  http://www.Acronis.com/homecomputing/download/docs/

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• Dual boot XP and WIndows 8

  I had the upgrade of WIndows 8 and updated my current PC to WIndows 8 (it was under XP).  Now, I find a lot of my games too does not Windows 8 I go account that my XP license is now gone because it has been used for windows 8 upgrade, but I have a second license XP on another older PC that I withdrew.  Can I install a second copy of XP on another partition of my computer upgrade Windows 8?  As we will install second OS that would generate the dual boot XP splash screen.  I would try this myself, but I don't want to try to install XP and find that I lose access to my Windows 8 install because he doesn't know what to do with Windows 8.  Any help would be appreciated.

  Thank you

  Bob

  What follows refers to Windows 7, but the same principles apply to Windows 8:

  The following instructions will show how dual boot Windows 7 and XP on your machine instead of replacing one with the other.

  It is important that you have a reinstall or repair disk in case you should reinstall or repair your installation of WIndows 8.

  The following article will show you how to create a repair disk (Windows 7, the same instructions for Windows 8 references):

  http://notebooks.com/2011/02/09/how-to-create-a-system-repair-disc-in-Windows-7/

  Drivers for Windows XP:

  You first need to know if your computer is compatible with Windows XP. Much more modern computers are gradually support for Windows XP.

  Create Partition

  Open a command run (press Windows + R key) on your keyboard. Then type diskmgmt.msc, and then press enter on your keyboard.

  Once the disk management is open, select the C:\ or where Windows 8 is installed.

  Right click and click on the retractable menu.

  Please wait while Windows 8 checks the available space on the disc.

  Enter the amount you want to assign.

  Click OK.

  The disk management window should display the unallocated disk space.

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  Install Windows XP

  In order to install Windows XP on the partition you created, you will need to boot into your BIOS, then set it to IDE HDD mode.

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  After you set the IDE HDD mode, you can continue to install Windows XP on the partition you created;

  Insert your Windows XP CD, and then restart your computer.

  When you are prompted to boot from the CD, do so. To do this, press any key on the keyboard.

  Windows XP will go into its configuration process.

  Once you arrive at the welcome configuration, press enter on your keyboard to start the installation process

  Press F8 on your keyboard to accept the license agreement

  Select partition

  Select Format the partition using the NTFS file system

  Press F on your keyboard to start the formatting.

  Installation files will now be copied to your hard drive

  Your system will be rebooted, the installation of Windows XP will continue

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  After Windows XP installs successfully, you will not be able to boot in Windows 8, here comes the recovery for Windows 8 disc.

  Boot from the DVD Windows 8

  (a) in the screen install now

  (b) click on repair your computer

  (c) click on Advanced Options

  (d) click on troubleshoot

  (e) click on startup repair

  (f) follow the instructions on the screen

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  After you have repaired your installation Windows 8 and try to start it, you will notice that Windows 8 will not start.

  Boot into the BIOS again and choose the SATA hard drive mode. You will now be able to start Windows 8 again.

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  After that, download EasyBCD and add a startup for Windows XP for Windows 8 boot manager entry;

  EasyBCD by NeoSmart Technologies would be your answer, it provides a graphical front-end to the BCDEdit Command line that makes it easy for you to set the boot settings and change the entries start on the new Windowsboot Manager. http://NeoSmart.NET/DL.php?id=1

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  The next step is now make it possible for Windows 8 start in IDE mode.

  Here are the instructions to do this:

  http://www.Vistax64.com/general-discussion/271218-switch-AHCI-IDE-tutorial-HOWTO.html

  Welcome to all, so let me explain, I installed Windows 8 with AHCI set from the Bios, but after that I wanted to use ide (becose it starts faster) and when I put Ide from Bios, windows 7 loading screan camed upp and BSOD (blue screen of death) with a 0x0000005B error code, I tried the regedit setting thing in the 'HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESystemCurrentControlSetServicesMsahci' and then just pan the STARTING value 0 I have set it to 1 and it supposed to work, but it was a location, he always did the Bsod and I was so angry, I wanted to make it work... AND I DID IT!

  Here's the pases:
  (1) I assume that you have installed Windows Vista or Windows 8 with AHCI in the BIOS!
  Download 2) my registry fix (to add keys to the ide to regeditor) simply apply the key
  (3) now manually part regedit go to:

  HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE_System_CurrentControlSet_Services_Msahci
  HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE_System_CurrentControlSet_Services_iaStor
  HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE_System_CurrentControlSet_Services_iaStorV

  And thease three keys in the right pan, you will find a key named 'START' change all three (Msahci, iaStor, iaStorV) values from 0 to 1
  Now, go to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE_System_CurrentControlSet_Services_PciIde
  , and then change the value of start on '0 '.

  (4) now that you're allmost done, restart your laptop computer and go to Bios and set between AHCI and IDE! Save the settings in the Bios and restart

  (5) Windows will be loading and VOILA! NO BSOD! , windows Vista / seven will install new Ide drivers and that you will see in the windows Device Manager you have more AHCI drivers, you have the Ide drivers!
  (6), he is invited to restart another, just restart and you will be happy

• Dual boot XP and Windows 7

  Hi all.  I'm trying to install win7 on a XP machine for a dual-boot.  Advisor says upgrade I'm good to go.  I have an E-Machine with a single processor core AMD with 2 GB of memory.  New active partition is 60 GB.  About 30% of the file extension that the screen turns into multicoloured blocks & installation breaks down.  Tried to copy the cd to a flash drive in case the disc was bad.  Arrived at about 40%, but the result was the same.  Custom installation uses to keep active XP on HD.  Any suggestions?  TYVM.  Brad

  Original title: win7

  Hello

  Do not always rely on the Upgrade Advisor.

  'the screen turns to the multi-colored blocks. '

  Which seems to graphics card hardware/drivers problem

  Go to your computer / computer laptop manufacturer Web site and see if Windows 7 drivers are available for your make and model computer / laptop.

  If this is not available, Windows 7 will not properly work for you.

  ___________________________________________________

  Run the "Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor" (as you did)

  http://www.Microsoft.com/en-US/Download/details.aspx?ID=20

  Check if your specifications are compatible for Windows 7:

  "Windows 7 system requirements"

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/products/system-requirements

  "Windows 7 Compatibility Center" for software and hardware:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/compatibility/Windows-7/en-us/default.aspx

  Windows 7 upgrade paths:

  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd772579 (v = ws.10) .aspx

  «Installation and reinstallation of Windows 7»

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/installing-and-reinstalling-Windows-7

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  And read the information on the dual-boot them.

  "Installing dual Boot with Windows 7 and XP."

  http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/8057-dual-boot-installation-Windows-7-XP.html

  "How dual boot Windows XP and Windows 7 (XP installed first)."

  http://apcmag.com/how_to_dual_boot_windows_xp_and_windows_7_xp_installed_first.htm

  See you soon.

• Guide to dual boot XP and Windows 8

  Hey guys!

  My boss recently bought a desktop computer of Windows 8 for the work.  Unfortunately, our program of irrigation works on Windows XP and that they do not plan to update the systems more recent.  I have tried everything by running it on Virtual Box to run the program in compatibility mode, and I get errors more than anything else.  I thought the best way would be just to get a license of Windows XP and the dual-boot, to not voiding the warranty.
  And here I am... What do I do now?
  Thank you
  Danny

  Hello Danny,

  Most recent PC running Windows 8 have EUFI the BIOS. To ensure fast works with BIOS EUFI inherited from start start is disabled by default. You can dualboot activating inherited from startup in the BIOS "but" the PC manufacturer dislikes do you that and if it's something as a manufacturer of my laptop, Samsung, you will be immediately void your warranty.

  First thing I would contact the PC manufacturer to see if the dual boot will actually void your warranty. If so then you and only you take the risk that the manufacturer will not just want to know. If the warranty is not affected then the manufacturer can tell you how to activate the legacy BIOS.

  Once the legacy Bios is enabled, you will need to create a new partition that will contain the Windows XP operating system. You also need to know if the manufacturer has drivers relevant to the XP operating system so that everything will work properly. If no driver is available, then you will have problems with the XP installation.

  Installation of Windows XP is no different to the installation of any version of Windows. Just remember that XP must be installed on the partition that you recently created. If you don't it will install on the C: drive and too write your Windows 8.

  The next major hurdle is to get the two to work. Because Windows 8 is already installed, you have a problem with the start menu. Plan technical XP must be installed first, then Windows 8 - obviously this sis something you can't do. Because XP is based on a file boot.ini and Windows 7/8 rest of the GPedit file, you will not be able to immediately run Windows 8. When you restart you will simply boot directly to Windows XP. To change the start option, I suggest that you take a look at this link: http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-1680664/dual-boot-windows.html#. In particular pay attention to this post by WinOutreach2 (May 24, 2013).

  Personally, I have a feeling you might have problems with your warranty and also the difficulties to get XP drivers for your hardware, so you can easily solve your problem in the way that you want.

  This forum post is my own opinion and does not necessarily reflect the opinion or the opinion of Microsoft, its employees or other MVPS.

  John Barnett MVP: Windows XP Expert associated with: Windows Expert - consumer: www.winuser.co.uk | vistasupport.mvps.org | xphelpandsupport.mvps.org | www.silversurfer-Guide.com

• How to remove dual-boot Vista and leave only Windows 7?

  Hello

  Yesterday, I upgraded to Windows 7 Pro. I originally had Windows Vista Home Premium. I would like to delete Vista because I did not need.

  I bought Windows 7 as a downlaod and have no disk or anything for her.

  How can I do this?

  Click Start, type: msconfig

  Press enter on your keyboard

  Go to the Startup tab

  Select the entry you want to delete

  Click on delete

  Then set the time to '0'

  Then click on apply and OK

  Restart if prompted.

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  If the problem persists, try the following

  Click Start, right click on computer

  Click on properties

  Under control panel home

  Click on "advanced system settings".

  Go to the Advanced tab

  Under Startup and recovery, click settings

  In the default operating system list, select Windows 7

  Uncheck the "time to display list of operating systems".

  Click OK

  Then apply and OK

  ---------------

  If it still does not respond, try the following:

  EasyBCD by NeoSmart Technologies would be your answer, it provides a graphical front-end to the BCDEdit Command line that makes it easy for you to set the boot settings and change the entries start on the new Windows Boot Manager. http://NeoSmart.NET/DL.php?id=1

• How to remove Windows 7 from dual boot XP and Windows 7?

  I have orig. had XP installed 7 and then uninstalled 7 back to XP. Made a mess. Just try to return to the single operating system. What are your suggestions?

  * original title - two versions of Windows XP & Windows 7 *.

  Hello

  Click on the link below.

  http://www.mydigitallife.info/2009/01/17/how-to-uninstall-and-remove-Windows-7-or-Vista-leaving-Windows-XP-on-dual-boot-system/

• Tecra A10 - dual boot XP and Windows 7

  Can I set up my Tecra A10 Windows 7 from dual boot with XP?

  I created a partition on the HARD drive. When I try to start my load of CIP 2 ser XP I can almost the first Setup screen then bomb out with a message saying to continue would be detrimental to my installation of Windows 7.

  Any ideas. Bobg

  Hello

  Of course, you can do a system dual boot with both operating systems. But before you change anything on the HARD drive partitions you create the Toshiba Recovery disk if you didn t it yet. With this record, you can restore the factory settings every time.

  Generally if you have installed Windows 7 first of all you need to create a new partition for Windows XP. You can install XP on this partition and you need to change the boot sector using EasyBCD or another tool.

  In your case, I would ask Google you'll find hundreds of tutorials how to make a system dual-boot. ;)

• Dual Boot Linux and Windows with HDDRecovery problem

  Hello

  I use the dual operating system Windows Vista and Linux open SUSE distribution on Toshiba Satellite A350-10z, everything works great except Windows Recovery. I have Linux (start: dev / sda6) and Windows Vista (starting: dev / sda2). Windows has 2 partitions, C and D drive, D drive I have folder HDDRecovery. After F8 I using the option of repair and waiting, then massage is displayed "the installed program cannot start. Click OK to turn off the computer.

  Before I installed Linux recovery worked well. Is there a chance to use the HDDRecovery of Windows Disk D or I have to boot from the recovery DVD?

  In my opinion, Linux messed with partitions or the MBR and maybe that is the reason why HARD drive recovery does not seems the DVD recover is your order of ion option to restore the laptop to factory settings.
  By the way: I didn't install Linux on my laptop, but I use Linux using the Knoppix Live CD

• How to use Vista and Windows 98 on Satellite P100-150

  My P100-150 came with Vista.
  However I can't some of my old equipment as vinyl cutter use with it because it is not supported and the supplier of vinyl does not go to offer to all pilots.
  Someone can tell me how I put Windows 98 on the laptop and have the possibility to initialize inside when I turn instead of vista. Congratulations to all the

  Hello

  Hmm in my opinion you can only seek to create a second partition on your HARD drive and then install the Win98 on that partition.
  Windows vista supports the clean boot manager and you should be able to choose between the two BONES-> Vista or Win98

  Legacy applications, you can run it on the Win98 and if you want to use Vista you can choose the option in the Boot Manager and Vista will start.

• Dual boot vista and xp on a Satellite A200

  Hello
  I tried to make my system a dual boot one, but it seems that I have some difficulties to do this because when I boot the cd (winXP) the system has always said that it does not detect my hard drive?
  How can I check the hard drive I have...

  I have a toshiba satellite a200

  Thank you

  As additional info: check it please this INTEL PAGE.

  Good bye

• Dual boot Linux and Windows on Acer Aspire E5 - 573G 10.

  Hello

  My laptop has 10 Windows installed, and I would also install Kubuntu dualboot.

  I already disable secure boot and quick start for Windows 10.

  The test with Kubuntu LIve on USB is ok, so I installed Kubuntu. Installation of Kubuntu ended well.

  But when the pc restarts does not Grub menu and restart Windows 10.

  I have Boot Repair, nothing has changed.

  Thank you.

  I solved it.

  I followed the advice in this topic, after that he appeared in the startup list, but to restart the computer displays this error message

  . A step forward... but I move forward without understanding...

  I had given up in favour of Ubuntu on a usb media. Finally, I decided to reistall Kubuntu.

  In the boot list is still kubuntushimx64efi (created by me, as suggested in the section above)

  but now... appear the Grub.

  Now, I have another problem... I opened a new post more.

  Thank you very much for your help.

• Can I run dual boot Vista 32 and Windows 7 64? Can I use a upgrade disk to install the full version?

  original title: I have a simple question...

  I have Vista 32 bit.  I have two hard drives.  Vista 32 is on disk 0.  (C) I want to upgrade to Windows 7 64 bit.  I want to change the installation path on Windows 7 64 bit edition updated the software on my second drive, so I can run a system dual boot.  Windows 7 Setup will allow me to do?  I can use the version upgrade of the software for that, or do I have the full version?

  Hello

  You can't do what you want to do

  32-bit to 64-bit is NOT a upgrade path if you have always wanted to upgrade 32 bit vista

  It must be done with a clean install with a final certificate

  and you need a full license of windows 7 to install windows 7 on the 2nd hard drive

  You can dual boot vista 32-bit and 64-bit windows 7, if the manufacturer of your computer provides windows 7 drivers