How I can run XP and Win7 on separate hard drives and one PC?

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• I can run vista windows on an external hard drive?

  Hi I was wondering if I could run windows vista Home premium (64 bit) on an external hard drive...

  and how would I do it?

  I was reading around and found some info that said that I need to start from the main internal drive, but I think that my internal drive has some errors and im not sure how long it will last... Although I did have too much problems with it since my last restore full on a month and half ago.

  any suggestions or steps I must take to be able to do this?

  I don't think that this is possible. It is possible to install/boot from a HDD external bootable with some revisions minor http://www.mydigitallife.info/2009/07/15/how-to-install-windows-7-or-vista-from-bootable-portable-usb-flash-memory-key-or-hard-disk-drive/ (assuming that your BIOS supports this)-say if your CD/DVD has not, recovery or reinstallation, but it is not the same as Vista from the external HARD drive.  I think the biggest problem is the drivers who won't be loaded until the Windows startup and Windows could not start without the USB already loaded if it was located on an external USB drive (and the other drivers as well) and there may be some problems with the boot files.  There may be other issues - I think XP and Vista are INTENTIONALLLY DESIGNED to work this way (for reasons of piracy among others)...

  I read a post from Carey Frisch MVP, who says flatly that it cannot be done.  Here is an article on the topic which also categorically states that it cannot be done with XP or Vista http://computer-drives-storage.suite101.com/article.cfm/can_you_boot_from_external_hard_disk_drive.

  I read a few articles that say it's possible with XP using the appropriate BIOS and a whole bunch of changes in the registry (changes that have not been identified), but I frantly in doubt.  Too many other articles argue against it.  In addition, it would be MUCH slower (no matter how fast the hard disk) due to the method of connection - you do not use this way on a daily basis.

  Many of the dismantled external when hard drives are compaatible with and will fit inside the computer case and work as internal drives - maybe you can try that as an alternative (assuming that you do not want to buy another drive HARD internal for now).

  To test your hard drive, check the manufacturer and then get the diagnostic utility of: http://www.techsupportforum.com/hardware-support/hard-drive-support/302602-hard-drive-diagnostic-utilities.html.  If she failed the test, replace it.  If she passes the test, then it's probably nothing wrong with it.  You can also run chkdsk /f /r from the elevated command prompt and see what happens - happens to you lots of bad sectors and a lot of corruption, then it is time to replace the drive before it will totally fail...

  I hope this helps (although it is probably not the answer you were hoping for).

  Good luck!

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• I can install all programs on a separate hard drive to install Windows 7?

  I have Windows 7 Ultimate and have been installing my programs on the C: drive. However, it is only 40 GB so I ordered a new drive and I was wondering if I could uninstall all my programs and re - install on the second disc, I would encounter problems such as file search programs in the hard drive? I have looked at other responses, but do not understand etc. extended partitions

  Hello

  Bad audio is not an uncommon problem in Windows 7. Try this for your audio problem:

  http://windows.microsoft.com/en-in/windows7/how-do-i-stop-my-music-from-skipping-or-breaking-up-when-i-play-it .

  Let me know if this fixes that issue for you.

  The default installation directory, although you can change, all default Windows programs will be always need to reside in C:\Program Files and Program Files (x 86). You would be better to do a clean install with Windows and your programs to the new larger capacity disk and keeping the smaller disk to your audio and video files.

  Kind regards

  BearPup

  P.S. I would increase the pagefile to 6144 (1.5 times the amount of RAM). Or you could try a 16 GB for the ReadyBoost flash drive. See the following article: http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/using-windows-readyboost-to-increase-performance/ .

• I'm currently having a batch file. I need to enable authentication of users can u it... Please tell me how I can run?

  I'm currently having a batch file. I need to enable authentication of users can u it... Please tell me how I can run?

  the in-house batch file calls a few .jar files... the requirement is I need to restrict who uses this batch file.
  I can either store the user name and password in a separate file or...
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  Hi Alexander,.

  Your question is more complex than what is generally answered in the Microsoft Answers forums. It is better suited for the IT Pro TechNet public. Please ask your question in the following forum.

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• I have an HD camera that records on SD cards.  How can I save raw images to a hard drive without import it at the FCC and then share?

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• I am running vista home basic, how you can increase the size of the D: Recovery drive

  I am running vista home basic, how you can increase the size of the D: Recovery drive

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  1. you press a particular key or key combination at startup, F10, F11, Alt + F10 etc. to begin the process of recovery in new condition (as you bought) in the event of system failure.

  2. start > programs > find software from the manufacturer of your computer > look for a recovery method

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  This will save you the purchase of the computer manufacturer's recovery disks.

  The manufacturer will advise you on the options

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• How I can run GWBASIC when running Windows 7 Home Premium?

  How I can run GWBASIC when running Windows 7 Home Premium?

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• I would like to format my pc and I need to know how I can reinstall photoshop and lightroom that I bought? Thank you. I like formattare he mio e pc ho need di sapere come potro reinstallare photoshop lightroom e che ho labor-intensive. Grazie

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  Be online and disable the function before formatting to release your activation on the Adobe server

  You install exactly in the same way you did the 1st time... Put your disc in the drive, and enter your serial number when asked

  Download & install instructions https://forums.adobe.com/thread/2003339 can help

  -includes a link to access a page to download the Adobe programs if you do not have a disk or drive

  -Cloud desktop http://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/help/creative-cloud-desktop.html

  -Cloud Getting Started https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud.html

  -you will need to enter your original serial number during the installation for non-Cloud programs

  - or kglad links in response to #1 here can help https://forums.adobe.com/thread/2081216

  Also go to https://forums.adobe.com/community/creative_cloud/creative_cloud_faq

• I have a plan contracted with adobe and I had to change computers, I wonder how I can reinstall photoshop and ligthroom serial number

  I have a plan contracted with adobe and I had to change computers, I wonder how I can reinstall photoshop and ligthroom serial number

  CC versions is not a serial number. They are activated using your Adobe ID and password. Which version of Photoshop and Lightroom do you really?

• I can unzip software xp from my old hard drive and cd keys etc?

  Seems unfair that I would have to pay for the same software over and over again. XP

  I can unzip software xp from my old hard drive and cd keys etc.? I have probably 4-5. I'm sure that in time prove a less automated process for drivers, I recall. Suppose I could provide proof of purchase, cd key of certificate etc, so how can I get a cd of xp? the cost of quality? or better yet download?

  Hello
  You may be able to put the old disks in another system, activate by phone (unless they are OEM, in which case you will need to have the original material) then create an image of the operating system and move to any material you like. This isn't a guarantee that it will work and the process is not valid if your copy of Windows is retail. Regarding imaging software, XP does not come with one, so you will have to seek support 3 left.

  Warning: Using third-party software, including hardware drivers can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from starting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the use of third-party software can be solved. Software using third party is at your own risk.

• How can I copy vista on a new hard drive

  I want to upgrade to Windows 7 and bought the disc. Until I do so I want to install a new hard drive of 1 TB. How to copy Vista from the old drive to the new drive?

  You will need to reinstall Vista on the new drive (new installation) and then turn it on and then level to Windows7 and activate that.  First back up your data - it's about all you'll be able to save.  You will need to reinstall all your programs and reset all settings - they can be copied on to the new drive.  It works just like that.  An option that allows you to transfer data a little more than a simple (but not yet the programs) is to use EasyTransfer: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/928635. The review process and see if you can make it work in your situation.

  Sorry, that is not a solution more simple that preserves everything on the original drive, but even if you did an image backup of complete and restored to the new drive, the device driver for the hard disk would be a mistake, and it is not possible to change it with the limited access, you will need to the system without being able to boot from the hard drive.  If you can find a way to install the hard disk driver after restoring using only disk access (which may be possible depending on what has been provided by the manufacturer of the hard disk - it would need to be a startup disk that can install device drivers, even if the hard drive is not available) This becomes a viable option - but I do not know how or if any manufacturer offers such a disc.

  I hope this helps.

  Good luck!

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• How can I change the address of a hard drive of the add-on?

  How can I change the address of a hard drive of the add-on?

  If by address you mean the drive letter and you mean a removable drive, open disk management (right click on computer and select manage or open for administrative tools computer management).  Right-click on the drive and select change drive letter and paths.

• How can I reinstall audition CS6 upgrade after hard drive crash?  Qualifying previous product is not on my computer.

  How can I reinstall audition CS6 upgrade after hard drive crash?  Qualifying previous product is not on my computer.

  Never mind.  I found the license key for the previous product and was able to complete the installation.  Being a "pack rat" has its merits, sometimes.

• How can I reinstall Indesign after that my hard drive has been deleted?

  How can I reinstall Indesign after that my hard drive has been deleted?

  After obtaining a hard drive in working condition, you can reinstall the software using the discs if you bought the discs, or you can download your software as a trial version and use your original serial number to activate it.

  If the software is the latest version, you can download it from the Adobe product pages.

  If the software is an older version, you can download the demo version of the software using the link below and then use your current serial number to activate it.

  Don't forget to follow the steps described in the Note: very important article Instructions on the pages to download on this site.

  http://prodesigntools.com/tag/DDL

• How can I reinstall windows from my old hard drive on a new solid state drive?

  I'm considering buying an SSD and want to reinstall windows from my original hard drive (there is only a recovery partition on the original hard disk and no drive of the Windows operating system).  Anyone can guide me through the process or do I buy a new copy of Windows.

  Hello

  You can create a recovery from your old hard drive disk, or you need to contact HP technical support and order the part or click on the link given below on a command line drive by yourself.

  Create a set of recovery disks operating system

  Order of the recovery disc for Windows 7, Vista or XP