I want to make my PC a dual-boot PC

I wanted to install windows 8.1 for once and for all, but there are problems in the installation, so without wasting any more time I installed Windows 7 and yes I've had Xp but now there is a problem windows 7 doesn't have drivers for my printer (Yes, it's an old but I need work) nor the HP was of him on its Web site If I want to make my PC Dual-boot capable. XP is stored in the Windows.old folder, so please tell me how I can install it again. the two 7 and Xp are installed on the C drive, not in different Partitions. PC is dual core 3.4Ghz with 1 GB of RAM. (same as my 525 Lumia, but this is my office that I love)

Hello

You can use the windows.old folder to restore the XP operating system, if your system meets the requirements.

Read this information

And if you have a windows.old folder, here's how to restore the operating system:

http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971760/en-us

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How then dual boot XP and Windows 7, if you manage to roll back:

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

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Tips to follow before installing Windows 7:

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.

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

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Please keep in mind THAT XP is no longer supported by Microsoft, so updates to security and performance are no longer available.

See you soon.

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