My Dell 1014 works on Windows Vista and I want to install Windows XP on it. "I am train to install a version that is older than the version that I already have."

My Dell 1014 works on Windows Vista and I want to install Windows XP on it. When I insert the XP CD and try to install, the system throws a message saying that I am trying to install a version that is older than the version that I already have. How to solve this problem?

original title: Windows XP installation

Hi Ribhu,

How did you start the Windows XP installation? This is the start of the Windows CD or Windows itself?

You can try a new installation of Windows XP after formatting the hard drive Vista and check.

You can consult the following wire link and check if it helps.

How can I replace Vista with XP?

Note: The above mentioned thread contains third party links.

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.

Also check out the link:

How to install or upgrade to Windows XP

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