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• Where can I find the full list of the features of Windows XP Home Edition and Windows XP Professional

  Could you please direct me to the Microsoft Documents where I can find detailed specifications and characteristics of the two operating systems:

  (1) Windows XP Home Edition

  (2) Windows XP Professional Edition

  Thank you

  Hello Roman

  Thanks for the clarification on the "new computer".

  If, as you say, the card mother and any other material is compatible XP then by all means install Windows XP on this machine. As you said you "my idea is to get the XP and keep as long as possible, even after support ceased in 2014, because I like it better than any other operating system." You have been made aware of possible problems concerning the lack of support and you are ready to accept those. The only problem is to get a copy of Windows XP from a reliable source. Unfortunately, I can't help you with that. Personally, I prefer to get my software direct from the manufacturer or by a reliable retailer. As no other retailer has copies of Windows XP you are, unfortunately, has left the search for credible resource on the web.

  My note to the subject of sticking with Windows 7 or 8 on your new computer has been in regards to your initial comment to a "new computer". I have two computers that are running Windows 7 and Windows 8, but then again maybe I need the additional machines and you do not have.

  I have to admit that Windows XP is a great operating system, and to be honest, I also use it on a virtual machine on one of my PC. However it is more for support reasons than the generalization on my part.

  Windows 7 get some getting used to, but I found it a usable operating system. Windows 8, however, is an altogether different beast. You love or hate it and judging by the comments on the Microsoft forums many people hate everything simply. Yet once I used it since the first beta of the operating system, so I'm used to it.

  I agree with voluntary J on Windows XP Mode. This is useful if you have applications that are not compatible with Windows 7. However, as you said in your reply to J to volunteer, you must upgrade to Windows 7 Professional. You can run Windows XP on a virtual machine, with, say, Microsoft Virtual PC 2007 (as a free option); However, you should always buy a copy of XP and new Virtual Machines have some restrictions, especially when it comes to certain types of hardware connected to your PC. Maybe your best bet, if you prefer to upgrade would be to use Windows XP from Windows 7 mode.

  I hope that you succeed in your quest for a reliable copy of Windows XP

  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

• Free update to Windows XP Home Edition to Windows XP Proffesional edition?

  Hello.
  Does anyone know anything about a free upgrade/promotion of Toshiba or Microsoft for Windows XP Home Edition to be upgraded to Windows XP Proffesional edition?
  Thank you in advance!

  I'm not aware of any FREE upgrde but it would be nice as my warranty information data should I have XP Pro on my Libretto U100 not XP Home!

• Windows XP Home edition for the satellite A100-337 ethernet controller driver

  No one knows how this laptop ethernet card. I'm looking for a driver for him so that it will work with Windows XP Home edition. Those listed on this site offer unique Vista based ones.

  See you soon

  Hello

  On Toshiba download page that you will not be able to find drivers Windows XP Home edition for laptops pre-installed with the Vista operating system.

  I have google a bit and discovered that your laptop should have card LAN Intel Ekron-R (82562GZ). Try to visit the Intel support page, maybe you can download driver for Windows XP Home edition operating system.

  Good luck!

• How can I download a MP4 codec for media player, I am running windows XP Home Edition. PLEASE?

  How can I download a MP4 codec for media player, I am running windows XP Home Edition. PLEASE?

  How can I download a MP4 codec for media player, I am running windows XP Home Edition. PLEASE?

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  Long answer... good luck...

  The following decoder could be your problem but it's not freeware.

  (FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
  Restore point before installing software or updates)

  3ivx decoder
  http://store.3ivx.com/3ivxStore/product_details.php?ID=11

  Anyway... This article is maybe worth a visit:

  Windows Media Player multimedia file formats (316992)
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/316992/en-us
  > scroll waaay to MPEG-4 (.mp4)

  Media players free alternative that should play the files:

  (FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
  Restore point before installing software or updates)

  VLC Media Player (32-bit Version)
  http://www.filehippo.com/download_vlc_32/
  (works on XP, Vista, 7, 8)
  (the name of the file to download is: vlc - 2.0.5 - win32.exe)

  (FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
  Restore point before installing software or updates)

  VLC Media Player (64-bit Version)
  http://www.filehippo.com/download_vlc_64/
  (works on XP, Vista, 7, 8)
  (the name of the file to download is: vlc - 2.0.5 - win64.exe)

  (FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
  Restore point before installing software or updates)

  Media Player Classic Home Cinema
  http://www.videohelp.com/tools/Media-Player-Classic-home-cinema
  (Win XP SP3 3, Vista / 7 / 8 (with a few questions about 8).)
  The two 32-bit (x 86) and 64-bit (x 64)) (name of file
  downloading is: "mplayerc_homecinema.1.6.5.6366.x86.exe)."
  (start with left click - Download (direct link)

  And it might be worth a try to download
  and install 'one' of the following free codec packs:

  * Proceed at your own risk *.

  (FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
  Restore point before installing software or updates)

  K - Lite Codec Pack (full)
  http://www.filehippo.com/download_klite_codec_pack/
  (Windows XP - Vista - 7)

  (FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
  Restore point before installing software or updates)

  Vista Codec Package
  http://www.MajorGeeks.com/download.php?Det=5326
  (Windows XP / Vista)

  Personally I would remove the compatibility
  questions and convert the files to the WMV MP4
  format. One of the reasons being... If the files are shared
  with anyone... they will encounter the same problems.

  There are many converters to retail and freeware
  available on the net... the following link is a
  for example.

  Proceed at your own risk *.

  (FWIW... it's always a good idea to create a system)
  Restore point before installing software or updates)

  Freemake Free Video Converter (freeware)
  http://www.Freemake.com/free_video_converter/
  (Windows XP / Vista / 7)
  (* Read * all * the installation screens... it)
  may be a few items you want to unmark *)

• Why when I run the installer for Windows 8 consumer preview on my computer of Windows XP Home Edition he says: "this platform is not supported"?

  Setup of Windows 8 consumer priview

  Why when I run the installer for Windows 8 consumer preview on my computer of Windows XP Home Edition he says: "this platform is not supported"?

  You can see this message if you downloaded Windows 8 64-bit and XP 32-bit. To start the installation of Windows 8, you will need to restart and boot from the installation of Windows 8 media.

  If you want to keep your current installation of Windows, you can install it on a separate partition and dual boot with the Windows 8 Preview of consumer. To install on a separate partition and dual boot, you must create and boot from the installation media.

  (1) first you will need a free partition on hard drive - if you do not you can shrink a partition and create a new one to install Windows 8 Preview of consumer on.
  To reduce a partition and add a new one that you can use EASEUS Partition Master (free):
  http://www.partition-tool.com/personal.htm
   
   
  (2) to install on a separate disk, you can perform an installation DVD or USB key, then boot from it so you can choose the other partition. To download the ISO file and install media:
  Download Windows 8 consumer Preview ISO:
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/ISO
  After you download the ISO file - use the Windows USB/DVD Download tool to install media:
  http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msstore/HTML/pbPage.Help_Win7_usbdvd_dwnTool
   
   
  (3) installation on a separate partition for dual boot:
  1 make a DVD or USB installation drive - to see the two options above.
  2. start from the DVD or USB install drive and click on install when prompted.
  3. during the installation process, when asked - choose a custom installation.
  4. Select a free partition on the hard disk to install Windows 8 Preview of consumer - this will install Windows 8 on a separate instead of your current Windows partition partition.
  5 continue with the installation.
     
   
   
  First of all please note:
  1 consumer preview Windows 8 is a pre-release and will only work for a limited time - when it expires, you need to remove it.
  2. the overview of consumption is stable and has been tested, but it s not the finished product. Your PC may crash and you may lose important files. You should backup your data and you shouldn't test Windows 8 Preview of consumers on your primary home or business PC.
  3. If you install the preview of consumption on the Windows partition is currently installed, you cannot uninstall the preview of consumption. To return to your previous version of Windows, you will need to reinstall from the recovery or installation media supplied with your PC.
  4. in addition to dual boot, here are a few methods to install Windows 8 Preview of consumers without affecting your current installation of Windows:
  (A) remove your current hard drive and install the Preview of consumers on a spare drive.
  (B) install it on a spare computer.
  (C) install the Preview of consumer in a virtual machine.
   
  For more information - Windows 8 consumer overview FAQ:
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/FAQ

• Can manage Windows XP Home Edition of Windows 8? Get the error codes for the security updates (0 x 643). ALL through Microsoft Tech INFECTED with the virus and Trojans tried. I need help BADLY. Thank you.

  I tried every thing blessed with technology microsoft... always hanging in limbo here.  Tired of doing constant comprehensive analyses, etc. in order to remove the constant threats.  Apparently my McAfee can't stay with her either.  Need help with the download/repair these seeds as soon as possible.  Thanks to all those who wish to help me - it would be that popular, for sure!

  The question makes no sense.

  "Can manage Windows XP Home Edition of Windows 8?"

  Two problems: there is no Windows 8 and even if there were, Windows XP Home Edition would not not 'manage '.  ;-)

  I drop McAfee for a few different freeware products.  Or better yet I'd get two products 'cost' (~ 25 and 60 dollars) and install them and use them in the future - but WHEN you are trying to clean up.

  You seem like you maybe sincerely - at a time when a format/install of Windows XP/patching/installation of applications/patch/restore backups of your data is the best course of action.

  However, if you are willing to work - maybe we can at least get things cleaned up to a certain point where you can get a good backup before doing this (otherwise avoid doing all together.)

  In the order shown, do not jump (no matter what you do, what you have done in the past, etc.) ...

  First of all - download, install, operate and put to update and then run a full system scan with the following two (one at a time, reboot in-between):

  • MalwareBytes (FREE)
  • SuperAntiSpyware (FREE)

  After you perform a full scan with one then the other and remove anything they have all two are completely, you can uninstall these products, if you wish.  This initiative will allow to check there is no malware floating around your system which could cause problems.  If you ask - no, Norton probably does not protect you from what these applications can find.

  Download and run the MSRT tool manually:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.mspx
  (Ignore the details and download the tool to download and save to your desktop, run it.)

  Reset.

  Search online with eSet Online Scanner.

  Reset.

  Download/install the latest program Windows installation (for your operating system):
  (Windows XP 32-bit: WindowsXP-KB942288-v3 - x 86 .exe )
  (Download and save it to your desktop, run it.)

  Reset.

  and...

  Download the latest version of Windows Update (x 86) agent here:
  http://go.Microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=91237
  ... and save it to the root of your C:\ drive. After you register on the root of the C:\ drive, follow these steps:

  Close all Internet Explorer Windows and other applications.

  AutoScan--> RUN and type:
  %SystemDrive%\windowsupdateagent30-x86.exe /WUFORCE
  --> Click OK.

  (If asked, select 'Run'). --> Click on NEXT--> select 'I agree' and click NEXT--> where he completed the installation, click "Finish"...

  Reset.

  Now try usig the Fixit (Yes - try to use it again) to reset your Windows Components Update (you'll do the aggressive version, not the other):
  How to reset the Windows Update components?

  Reset.

  CHKDSK
  How to scan your disks for errors* will take time and a reboot.

  Defragment
  How to defragment your hard drives* will take time

  Reset.

  Now, open Internet Explorer, visit http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/ and do a CUSTOM search for updates.  Install any critical/high-priority ones and - for now - to ignore all those in option (always do this for material updates optional here.)

  Restart if necessary and continue to visit this web page until you have not yet updated to high priority.

  Now - if your problem is with the facilities of the .NET Framework...  You can end up with something like:
  http://blogs.msdn.com/b/astebner/archive/2008/08/28/8904493.aspx
  to uninstall a few versions of the .NET Framework, then you can try to install again - but you should not do this until the machine is supposed to be cleaned.

• The upgrade from Windows XP Home Edition Windows XP Professional SP3 SP3

  I need to upgrade to Windows XP Home Edition SP3 of Windows XP Professional.  I'm a small business and 3 computers running Windows XP Home Edition.  I need run Windows XP Professional to join a domain.  I was wondering if doing updated since XP Home SP3 I need to upgrade to XP Pro SP3?

  Hi jackieT387,

  Thanks for posting. To perform the upgrade, you must download the House to a pack of equal service than the Pro version. After having done that, you should have no problem, perform the upgrade.

  I hope this helps!

  Shawn - Support Engineer - MCP, MCDST
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think

• Windows XP Home Edition needs driver for HP Photosmart Premium C309 of Web n - s printer.

  I can't find my installation disc for my all in a Web of Photosmart Premium c309 n - a printer. How can I get the driver for Windows XP Home Edition? My new wife added her Windows computer to my Mac household, who loves the printer very well.

  Used to be able to get the drivers on the web for free, but I have not tried for a decade or so & manage. Any help would be much appreciated.

  Thank you!

  Carl

  Hello

  Please download and install the package on your Windows XP-based computer:

  http://ftp.HP.com/pub/softlib/software11/COL29708/MP-73722-3/PS_AIO_06_C309n-s_USW_Full_Win_enu_140_175.exe

  Kind regards.

• Tecra S3 - need SATA / RAID driver for installing Windows XP Home edition

  I'm doing a new installation of windows xp on a Toshiba Tecra S3 model PTS30E-0DT03FDU
  Who knows where to find the RAID driver to load when you start the installation of xp?

  This model no longer appears in the driver download section.

  Of course, it is listed by download, but the older models are listed in the ARCHIVES.

  Please visit the download page for Toshiba - http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com/innovation/download_drivers_bios.jsp - once again and the slot type of product choose Archive.

  For Windows XP Home edition, you will find RAID driver for download.
  Can find you it?

• Drivers Toshiba for Windows XP Home edition and VISTA fpr a Satellite Pro P100 - PSPAH

  Hello.

  I need help. I bought a Satellite pro P100 - PSPAH with Vista Premium Home edition version of recovery. Now, I want to install a second operating system such as Windows XP Home edition on this laptop. The problem is that Windows XP Home edition did not find 3 drivers. For sound, LAN and another device. For this reason I update my notebook with the latest chipset drivers, but the problem is still there. Vista now has problems with the drivers, too. I can't find the special driver on toshiba home page.

  Jens MFG

  Hello

  I understand your problem at the moment that I also prefer XP instead of Vista operating system.
  Vista needs simply too many resources for laptop and all applications and 3rd devices are not 100% supported by Vista.

  But what say man seems to find compatible drivers on chip manufacturing sites.
  Download and install a tool called Everest or other similar hardware diagnostic tool and try to find out what LAN and sound chips are used in your laptop!
  Then, you can search drivers Intel, Realtek, etc... pages

  You know the website driver Toshiba Canada?
  http://209.167.114.38/support/download/ln_byModel.asp

  There you will find also some Pro P100 series. Try these drivers. It's worth a try.

• Portege M700 - need drivers for Windows XP Home edition x 64

  Hello

  I recently bought a Portege M700
  It comes preinstalled with Vista on the disc.

  Now, I got an original Win XP x 64 and all my programs are not really compatible with Vista. If I want to install Win XP x 64.
  I have install Windows XP Home edition x 64, but there are no drivers for it, only for drivers vista and Windows XP tablet pc edition.

  Is it possible to find the drivers for Windows XP Home edition x 64?

  Someone at - it already had a problem like this one?

  in any case thank you already for the answer.

  Hello

  I doubt that you can get 64-bit drivers for Windows XP for this laptop from the Toshiba driver page.
  I didn t find drivers for Windows XP 64 bits for Toshiba laptops.
  Why? I think the Win XP 64 bit was not so popular like Win XP 32 bit and most of the applications have been designed for XP 32 bit OS.

  If install you XP 64-bit on this computer, you will have to look in the various 3rd party Web sites for the compatible drivers

  Good luck

• Satellite L40-139 - need driver Windows XP Home edition for 'ethernet '.

  Please can you send me the link to Satellite L40 ethernet control model of laptop for Windows XP Home edition?

  Hello

  Satellite L40-139 belongs to the PSL40E series. Am I wrong?
  You can check the serial number of your laptop. It should be placed somewhere at the bottom of the unit. Check all labels.

  Anyway, the Toshiba driver European page doesn't provide XP drivers for this series at this time. Seems you have to wait a bit until all pilots to be released!

  For the only moment that two versions of the BIOS for L40 PSL40E if released.
  The BIOS must be updated to the XP version, if you want to use XP on this laptop.

  By the way; It seems that this series is supported by the Base map - TX Ethernet Realtek 10/100.
  Then you can try the LAN driver from the site Web of Realtek. Should also work.

  Good bye

• Satellite C850-BMK - need drivers for Windows XP Home edition

  Hey. I can't find a driver for bluetooth USB\VID_0930 & PID_021D on Windows XP.

  In Windows 7, the device has a name generic Bluetooth adapter driver from Microsoft.

  Your all new laptop is designed for Win7. Windows XP Home edition's story and Toshiba doesn't support it anymore. On the Toshiba support page, you can find software for BT on http://aps2.toshiba-tro.de/bluetooth/ but I put t think you will be able to use it due to lack of FN + F8 key features you need to turn on the BT module.

  Why install the old WXP n brand new laptop designed for Win7?

• Preparation of an installation of Windows XP Home edition CD with a MINIMUM required drivers for A200-1AX

  Greetings,

  I am trying to install Windows XP Home edition on my old days by Satellite A200-1AX. Today, I tried to boot from the CD of Windows XP Home edition or after the copy of the system files, the laptop produces the error that Setup did not find any hard disk during the Installation of Windows XP. I looked on the internet and found the following page:

  http://www.howtogeek.com/HOWTO/Windows/resolving-Setup-did-not-find-any-hard-disk-drives-during-Windows-XP-installation/

  Explains how to resolve this problem. So I try to make my own installation CD of Windows XP Home edition with the necessary drivers. My first question is: what are the minimum required drivers to ensure a smooth installation process until I get the XP running? It is not necessary to install the drivers for all the A200-1AX since the first installation of XP, I can always go back and install those remaining of the XP; but I don't want the installation process interrupted due to a missing driver where I have to repeat the process of manufacturing more install of WXP CD custom. The list of drivers and devices provided by Toshiba is too long to write on a single installation with XP CD.

  My second question is: there is an update of the bios/firmware required in accordance with the instruction list. Is it necessary BEFORE or AFTER the installation of Windows XP Home edition?

  If I decide to go back to VISTA using the recovery CD, I must restore the bios/firmware?

  Thanks in advance for your answer.

  Best regards, Ashraf.

  > My first question is: what are the minimum required drivers to ensure a smooth installation process until I get the XP running

  You will need to include only the Intel Matrix Storage Manger for the XP CD again. Without this iMSM XP will not see the HARD drive
  This driver is important. Other drivers can be installed after the installation of XP!

  > My second question is: there is an update of the bios/firmware required in accordance with the instruction list. Is it necessary BEFORE or AFTER the installation of Windows XP Home edition?

  There are 2 versions of BIOS; One for Vista and one for XP. Generally, the update of the BIOS must be made before the instillation of OS but you can also try to do after installing XP. In both cases, the update of the BIOS would be possible.

  > If I decide to go back to VISTA using the recovery CD, I must restore the bios/firmware?
  Generally, Yes! Without the good BIOS features like the FN buttons could not work properly!