How to change the o/s of Win XP Home instead of Win XO Pro on the computer without having to format the hard drive?

My colleague accidentally installed Win XP Home Edition on a computer that we have configured as a server e-mail and files.

How do I change OS to Win XP Pro without having to re - format the hard drive?

The Win XP Pro is a supplier for the machine. When you change the hard drive (old one crashed), the o/s bad has been installed as they were also recoverinig another PC with Win XP Home.

Any advise is much appreciated!

Hi ChongPang,

If you proceed with the installation of XP Pro from XP home, it will ask you to upgrade.

I hope this helps.

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