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• Replace Vista by Windows XP Home on A300D

  Hello

  I recently bought a laptop has the Toshiba Equium 300 d and it came with Vista, so first job was to replace it with Windows XP Home edition.

  No problem in HD using the SATA etc drivers and installed WXPstraight on then started download drivers xp I managed to get all single site Web of toshiba and work except one.

  The graphics driver? Does anyone know what we I need or where I can get all this would be better.

  The laptop is a Toshiba Equium a 300 d PSAKAE and running windows XP
  From Toshiba Web site says that it should be one of the 2 that I downloaded from the ATI site, but once installed I get a blue screen of death and must restore laptop.

  Did anyone had success with this? If so please please help me find these graphics drivers.

  Thanks in advance.

  Carl

  Hello

  your machine is equipped with an ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics unit, and I recommend you DO NOT use the drivers from the ATI Web site because they are not intended for mobile systems. If you can not find the drivers then check www.omegadrivers.net which is the resource for the ATI drivers on mobile systems.

  See you soon

• Can I replace Windows Vista with Windows 7 on my laptop which has a 32-bit platform?

  Replace Windows vista with windows 7

  Sam50

  Check the requirements below and run the Windows Upgrade Advisor to see.

  
  Then my computer run Windows 7?
  Basic system requirements are listed below.  Features have additional requirements.

  • 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x 86) or 64-bit (x 64) processor

  • 1 gigabyte (GB) of RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)

  • 16 GB of disk space available (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)

  • Graphical device DirectX 9 with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver

  Run Windows Upgrade Advisor to see if there are known problems that might affect installation and if you need to install the 32-bit or the 64 bit version of Windows 7.
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/UpgradeAdvisor

  You can buy Windows 7 here:

  http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msstore/cat/CategoryID.44066700

  How to upgrade:

  If you have Vista:

  Update: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/help/upgrading-from-windows-vista-to-windows-7

  Custom installation: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/help/upgrading-from-windows-vista-to-windows-7-custom

• Can I replace 32-bit vista with Windows 8 64-bit on my amd athlon x 64 machine?

  Can I replace 32-bit vista with Windows 8 64-bit on my amd athlon x 64 machine?

  Daniel

  When you change from 32 bit to 64, it must be done by a clean install.  You can upgrade or replace.

• Deskjet 710/720/810/820/1000 Series printers - Patch for 64 bit Vista and Windows 7

  There is a problem with the 64-bit, Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8 or 8.1 drivers which causes the spooler crash with the following HP Deskjet printers:

  DeskJet 710

  DeskJet 712

  DeskJet 720

  DeskJet 722

  DeskJet 810

  DeskJet 812

  Deskjet 820

  DeskJet 822

  DeskJet 1000

  The attachment contains a fix for this problem for Vista and Windows 7.

  [The patch does not work for Windows 8, 8.1, or 10 x 64 systems.  There are efforts to this address, if a solution is developed it will be shown here.  [{Edit - I did not progress by getting the patch to run in Windows 8 x 64.}]

  First of all make sure that the driver for the installed printer.  If the driver has not been installed go to start devices and printers, add printer, the local printer, choose the appropriate port (for the converters, USB-parallel, the port likely USB001: or maybe USB002 :), then click Windows Update then choose HP for the manufacturer and select the appropriate printer.)

  Apply the patch as follows: log in to the computer with an administrator account.  Download the patch by clicking on this link or on the trombone at the end of this post.  Save the hotfix on your computer, then unzip it.  Then, copy the three DLL files in the following directory: %windir%\system32\spool\drivers\x64\3

  Note that %windir%\System32 is a system variable that points to the location of the Windows directory. For most systems it will be C:\Windows.  You can click Start, computer, and type %windir%\system32\spool\drivers\x64\3 in the address bar and it is in the right place.

  This can be done from a DOS command prompt if BACK is opened with the "run as Administrator" command or to explore with a copy and paste.  Depending on your UAC settings, you may need to provide confirmation.  Also allow existing files to be replaced if you are prompted.

  This patch is not necessary and should not be applied to a 32-bit version of Vista or Windows 7.

  Thanks to extraordinary Microsoft engineer Alan Morris forguidelines for patch.

  Update - here is that of the more detailed installation instructions:

  Download the patch on the DJ_Patch.zip at the bottom of the page and save it on your computer.  Now click on the file and open it, and then extract the fix in a directory that is easy to find. (I use c:\temp. If this directory does not exist you can create it as follows: open the administrative BACK prompts by clicking Start, all programs, accessories, and then right-click on CMD. EXE and select run as administrator. Click in the DOS window, and then type the following command:

  MD c:\temp

  CD \temp

  Now extract the patch files in the c:\temp directory (all, extract c:\temp chose as a destination).

  [Update - Windows security settings can prevent these files from being used, please open computer, type c:\temp in the address bar and then right click on each of the dll files and select Properties.]  If there is a message indicating the properties file has been downloaded from the internet and can be blocked and then unlock the file before continuing.]

  Then, click back to the administrative DOS prompt and type the following: (the green stuff are comments, do not type them...)

  *. DLL DIR (just to check that the files are there, it should list hpvdb720.dll, hpvdb820.dll and hpwm5db1.dll and perhaps others).

  Net stop spooler (ensures that the files are not in use.)

  Copy hpvdb720.dll C:\windows\system32\spool\drivers\x64\3 (this is for the Deskjet 710/712/720/722)

  Copy hpvdb820.dll c:\windows\system32\spool\drivers\x64\3 (this covers the Deskjet 820 and 822)

  Hpwm5db1.dll c:\windows\system32\spool\drivers\x64\3(this covers the Deskjet 1000 copy)

  NET Start Spooler

  Output

  [Edit - note that these DLL files will already be in the directory.  You will get a warning asking if it's OK to replace the files, say "Yes".]

  At this point, the patch is installed and ready to print.

  Note that here printers do not support USB connections, they have only the parallel ports. [Edit - if your printer has a parallel port to use, it will be probably much less problematic than the use of a converter USB / parallel].   If you use a make you converter USB / parallel it is supported in your operating system.  The following messages are reported by cables USB-parallel that are supposed to work in Windows 7.   A driver is required for the converter USB / parallel besides the driver of the printer.  For converters supported, it is usually provided automatically in Windows 7.  Note: the appropriate to select for USB-parallel converter port is often USB001:.  I've heard of cases where the port was USB002: or LPT3: as well.  If the port you are using is unable (after applying the fix) try to change the port by going to start, devices and printers, right-click on your printer and select printer properties, then click the Ports tab.

  Mick4 wrote: the problem is that I only could unzip the 3 dll files but don't know how to replace the bad dll files. Mick 4

  If you use Windows 7 do the following: log in as a user with the administrater properties.  [The following assumes that you are using IE as your browser] Click on the here link and select "Save".   Once the download is complete, select "Open folder", then right-click on the DJ_patch.zip file and select extract all.   If extract all is not an option, then click on "Open with" and select Windows Explorer.

  

  Leave the default directory and check the box "Show extracted files when you are finished", excerpt.   Click Start, computer, and type % windir%\system32\spool\drivers\x64\3.  Arrange the windows so that you can access the two parts of the window.  Go in the first pane and select the three files dll, hpvdb720.dll, hpvdb820.dll and hpwm5db1.dll.  Now drag and drop them to the % windir%\system32\spool\drivers\x64\3 window, select copy and answer to 'replace' in the dialog box.

  Note: %windir%\System32 is a system variable that points to the Windows directory.  For most systems it will be C:\Windows, but it can vary depending on the configuration of NDO of hardware configuration of the computer.  If you type %windir%\SysWoW64\cmd.exe in the address bar in Explorer or in start, search programs and files, it will find the right directory.

• Vista > iTunes Windows 7 and migration

  Hello, first time poster.  I had an older iPad where I got my music on a laptop running Vista.  More recently, I got a new iPad 2 air.  I still had my music on the laptop for a while.  However, in the last two months, this capability was broken.  The version of iTunes on the laptop is 12.1.27.  I can use this version of iTunes to manage the music on the laptop of course, but when I plug the new iPad 2 Air it says "the iPad is unusable because it requires a newer version of iTunes.  «On itunes and download»  I'll download it and the link specifically says that I get iTunes 12.3.3 for Windows XP and Vista.  So it should be good.  However, when I install it says "iTunes requires that your computer is running Windows 7 or newer.

  I also don't seem to be able to migrate this iTunes on my Windows 7 (12.3.2.35) desktop configuration.  On the Windows 7 Desktop, I certainly can't change the song information and perform basic tasks.  Also, I can't seem to even add music to iPad 2 air, but I don't know because I can't sort the music for iPad on the iTunes for Windows 7.  The iTunes on my desktop Windows 7 also has other music files detected, it lacks most of the music on my laptop.  Of course, I don't want to spend weeks to make some kind of manual cross-checking one by one all of the databases involved and trying to get my computer to look just like the laptop.  There must be some kind of clever way to migrate here.  In particular why iTunes 12.3.3 for Windows XP and Vista would give such a message of error?  I am on iOS 9.3.1.  Thanks in advance.

  Update from Apple system is broken in that it offers 12.3.3 as valid version on Windows XP and Vista.  Support for Windows Vista (and XP) was abandoned when Apple iTunes 12.2 released last year.  The latest (and certainly last) version in support of Vista is 12.1.3.6 - this is an out-of-sequence of September 2015 version that adds support for iOS devices 9, but has no music to Apple and other features added in iTunes, 12.2 and 12.3.  Links for installers:

  • iTunes for Windows XP SP3 and Vista 32-bit 12.1.3.6: iTunesSetup.exe
  • iTunes for Windows Vista 64-bit 12.1.3.6: iTunes6464Setup.exe
  • iTunes 12.1.3.6 for Windows Vista, 64-bit "for older video cards': iTunes64Setup.exe

  The last of them is actually (as well as all editions of '64-bit' iTunes before 12.1.2) 32-bit application with a 64-bit Installer - this should be used if you get a warning message about the incompatibility of the video card and can also send questions with bad audio playback, integration with 3rd party software and the overall stability of iTunes.  However, f you only need to migrate the library from Vista to Windows 7, you do not need to update the software on the laptop.

  To transfer your library of the Vista desktop from Win7 laptop, you must copy the complete library from the first to the last.  To do this with iTunes does not not on a system.  If you follow default iTunes, source on the laptop folder is C:\Users\username\My Music\iTunes - according to the size, you can copy it to a network using a USB key, or a disc hard external., this folder and all its contents should be copied in C:\Users\username\My Music\iTunes on the desktop (you can also access it as C:\Users\username\Music\iTunes).  If you have not added new media to the desktop, you can simply replace all content existing there.  Then launch iTunes on the desktop and you should find your entire library restored for you.  Because this method transfers the iTunes as well as your media database, it has the added benefit that your iDevices will see this as 'the same' library, so you will have no problems with the content being removed from the iDevice when you synchronize.

  Once everything is copied, and you have verified the results, and if you don't plan to use the laptop Vista with iTunes again, make sure that remove you your Apple ID on this machine.

  The following links provide more information:

  • How to move your iTunes library to a new computer - Apple Support - it's the 'official' documentation of the migration process
  • Make a library of portable split - steps that may be needed to bring the library on your laptop in the layout that makes it easy to migrate (applies only if you have media files outside of the standard folders iTunes Media or other changes made to the default functions of iTunes)
  • Backup your iTunes for Windows with SyncToy library - medium recommended for the copy of your library to/from an external drive with a tool. s more reliable that the standard copy of Windows works (particularly relevant if you have a large library).  The same method can be used to create and maintain a backup of your iTunes library - something you should do frequently.

• UPGRADE VISTA TO WINDOWS 7

  I JUST BOUGHT A LAPTOP HP REFURBISHED WITH VISTA ON IT.  IT was delivered yesterday.  Now, I heard that Vista is be removed and replaced with

  Windows 7.

  HP or Microsoft will improve my system for free... I want to Windows 7?

  Had you heard wrong.  Windows Vista is not to be drawn at all.  Windows 7 is just the next operating system will be released early next year.  When available, you can buy it.  There will be no freebies.

• Can I replace Vista by XP on Satellite U205-S5057

  I have a U205-S5057 and it came with Vista on it. I got it at the Best Buy store where I bought it and asked them to put Windows XP on it.

  They said it was impossible because my laptop would lose all internet capabilities so I put XP on it and it might lose my entire hard drive.

  They are correct?

  Is it possible to replace Vista with XP on my laptop successfully? (I have an installation disc for XP that came with another laptop I have, but the drive does not work on the laptop compatible Vista.)

  To be honest, I can't believe why some laptop dealers unqualified provides these erroneous and misleading information
  Of course, you can install Windows XP on your laptop.

  All drivers XP and tools are on the Toshiba page.
  This laptop seems to be an American series and this is why you should use the Toshiba page for the download of the driver!

  Visit this link:
  http://www.CSD.Toshiba.com/cgi-bin/TAIS/Su/su_sc_modSel.jsp

  First you need to download the driver on the net, and then you could reinstall Win XP on this unit.

  I think you must first include the SATA drivers in the installation of Win XP because of the SATA HDD controller. The SATA drivers are needed to recognize the HARD drive during the installation of XP.

  Good bye

• Microsoft Outlook is compatible with Windows Vista and Windows 7?

  Is there a way by which Outlook can be installed on a computer, Windows Vista and Windows 7.

  We have replacements for Outlook. If so, how to get one?

  Farhad

  «Farhad...» "wrote in message News: 05c1a45d-b7ab-4b99-8a06-b131bb67989b...

  I wanted to know about Outlook Express. I heard that its not available with newer versions of Windows. Is Windows Live Mail used, what is the replacement for Outlook express in Windows Vista and Windows 7. Farhad

  Outlook Express has been replaced by Windows Mail in Vista - and completely removed in Windows 7.
  Windows Live Mail is now supported by MS free mail client and can import messages and contacts in the OE stores.
   
  Note that the upgrade to Windows 7, XP requires a format of the HD - back up your data in the first place, if do a upgrade.
  
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  Noel Paton | Nil Carborundum Illegitemi | CrashFixPC | The lazy three fingers

• Upgrade Windows Vista to Windows 7 will reduce the performance of my PC?

  I look to upgrade my laptops Windows Vista Edition software Home Premium to Windows 7 Home Premium! My laptop can be slow sometimes and I was wondering, the upgrade to Windows 7 will make slower or it will just remain the same?

  Hello

  We cannot advise you as to which is better/more fast/slow more of your particular computer.

  But we suggest you follow these steps before moving on to 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

  "Windows 7 Compatibility Center" for software and hardware:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/compatibility/Windows-7/en-us/default.aspx

  Windows 7 upgrade paths:

  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd772579 (v = ws.10) .aspx

  «Installation and reinstallation of Windows 7»

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/installing-and-reinstalling-Windows-7

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  And how to improve the performance of Vista:

  See if this helps you:

  Search for malware, if necessary using the safe mode with networking.

  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/how-to-start-Windows-in-safe-mode/#Vista

  Windows Vista

  Using the F8 method:

  1. Restart your computer.
  2. When the computer starts, you will see your computer hardware are listed. When you see this information begins to tap the F8 key repeatedly until you are presented with the Boot Options Advanced Windows Vista.
  3. Select the Safe Mode with networking with the arrow keys.
  4. Then press enter on your keyboard to start mode without failure of Vista.
  5. To start Windows, you'll be a typical logon screen. Connect to your computer and Vista goes into safe mode.
  6. Do whatever tasks you need and when you are done, reboot to return to normal mode.

  Once in Safe Mode with network, download and run RKill.

  RKill does NOT remove the malware; It stops the Malware process that gives you a chance to remove it with your security programs.

  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/rkill/

  Then, download, install, update and scan your system with the free version of Malwarebytes AntiMalware in Mode safe mode with networking:

  http://www.Malwarebytes.org/products/malwarebytes_free

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  You can clean your hard drive using these two methods.

  "Delete files using Disk Cleanup"

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/delete-files-using-disk-cleanup

  Using the free CCleaner program:

  http://www.Piriform.com/CCleaner

  In NO case use the registry cleaning Option in CCleaner

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  Update drivers:

  Access the site on your computer or equipment manufacturing > Driver and Software Support Section > search your computer or hardware model number > then your operating system > locate the correct drivers > download and install.

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  "Optimize Windows for better performance.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/optimize-Windows-better-performance#optimize-Windows-better-performance=Windows-Vista

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  It would be a good idea to run the System File Checker tool if you have corrupted files

  "How to use the System File Checker tool to fix the files on system missing or corrupted on Windows Vista or Windows 7"

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833

  Use the (SFC.exe) System File Checker tool to determine which file is causing the problem and then replace the file. To do this, follow these steps:

  1. Open an elevated command prompt. To do this, click Start, click principally made programs, Accessories, right-click guest, and then click run as administrator. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click allow.
  2. Type the following command and press ENTER:
     sfc/scannow

     The sfc/scannow command analyzes all protected system files and replaces incorrect versions with appropriate Microsoft versions.

  If SFC detects serious flaws, you may need to perform a repair upgrade Installation or relocation complete if you don't have a Vista DVD from Microsoft.

  If you can borrow a DVD of Vista from Microsoft you save doing a reinstall full:

  "How to perform a repair for Vista Installation"

  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/88236-repair-install-Vista.html

  See you soon.

• I've upgraded windows vista to windows 7, now I need to reinstall it.

  Original title: Vista to 7.

  I've upgraded windows vista to windows 7, now I need to reinstlall and can not find my disk is there a way to do it without a disk

  Hello

  Reinstall the operating system?

  There are several methods to reinstall Vista.

  There is no Windows Vista downloads available from Microsoft.

  You can contact your computer manufacturer and ask them to send you a set of recovery disks.

  They should do this for a small fee.

  To reinstall Vista using their recovery disk/s, you start from the 1st recovery disk they provide and follow the manufacturer's instructions to reinstall:

  You need to change the Boot order to make the DVD/CD drive 1st in the boot order:

  How to change the Boot order in BIOS:

  http://pcsupport.about.com/od/fixtheproblem/SS/bootorderchange.htm

  "How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs and replace product manuals.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/326246

  This method will probably not available because you have installed Windows 7

  And if you have never received a recovery disk when you bought your computer, there should be a recovery Partition on the hard drive to reinstall Vista on how you purchased your computer.

  The recovery process can be started by pressing a particular combination of the key or keys at startup. (Power on / start)

  Maybe it's F10, F11, Alt + F10, etc., depending on the manufacturer.

  Ask them to the proper key sequence.

  Some manufacturers have more available Vista recovery disks.

  If this happens, you may need to try this instead:

  You can also borrow and use a Microsoft Vista DVD, which contains the files for the different editions of Vista (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate) must be installed. The product key on your computer / Laptop box determines what Edition is installed.

  Other manufacturers recovery DVDs are should not be used for this purpose.

  And you need to know the version of 'bit' for Vista, as 32-bit and 64-bit editions come on different DVDs

  Here's how to do a clean install of Vista using a DVD of Vista from Microsoft:

  "How to do a clean install and configure with a full Version of Vista '

  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/117366-clean-install-full-version-Vista.html

  And once the operating system is installed, go to your computer manufacturer's website and get the latest drivers for your particular model or laptop computer.

  And phone Activation may be necessary when you use the above installation method.

  "How to activate Vista normally and by Activation of the phone '

  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/84488-activate-Vista-phone.html

  See you soon.

• Replace Vista by XP

  Can you please tell me the proper way to replace Vista by XP?  I have some programs more alumni who do not work with Vista.    Please notify.     Thank you.  Michael

  Can you please tell me the proper way to replace Vista by XP?  I have some programs more alumni who do not work with Vista.    Please notify.     Thank you.  Michael

  There is really nothing wrong with the right way; There is only one way.

  If you do not have one, obtain a Windows XP installation CD. XP is out of production today, so it is difficult to find one for sale. You can probably buy a used copy (but avoid sites like eBay, because these software you buy is likely to be hacked). Boot from the CD and follow the instructions for a clean install.

  A few points about the above:

  1. to boot from a CD, you must first set the boot order of the BIOS on a CD. If you don't know how to do, post back for more information.

  2. When you perform a new installation, you lose everything on the drive. This means that you need to restore all your files of important data from a backup that you made to an external device (if you do not have a backup, you need to first) and also means that you will have to reinstall all your programs from their original (programs can be saved and restored under a new installation of WIndows).

  Note that you cannot use the integrated program of baclkup Vista because WIndows XP will be able to read the files it creates. You can use a third-party backup program, or simply copy the files you want to backup to an external drive.

  That being said, let me add that I do not recommend to do what you plan to do. Reinstall and reconfigure all of your software are generally boring, tedious and oftengenerates problems. Also going from Vista to XP talks a step backward. And it costs money to buy XP.

  Instead, I recommend that you buy the latest versions of the programs that does not work under Vista. That also costs money, but at least it takes a step forward, not backward. And it's * much * easier than what you plan to do.

• The upgrade from Vista to Windows 7: How can I make sure that I keep Microsoft Office

  A few months back I took advantage of this offer to upgrade from Vista to Windows 7 for a discounted price. After that I downloaded the upgrade file, Upgrade Advisor told me that because I'm using Vista business and I was upgrade 7, that my computer would probably be home must pass through with a 'clean install', thus wiping my hard drive.

  That's fine with me, I could just move my documents and Favorites on an external hard drive. But I'm afraid that the upgrade will be wipe my Microsoft Office programs.

  I bought this computer a few years ago. I don't even know if I bought the program with office bundled with it, or if I bought it separately (and probably the discs are somewhere in storage).

  How can I make this update without losing Microsoft Office? Is it possible to confirm if my word has come with my computer or if I installed it separately. If it came with it, and I lose it, certainly there must be a free way for me to recover. Right?

  Any other advice for someone planning on the upgrade?

  Thank you!

  You're the one who knows if you installed Office.

  Office (Word, etc.) comes for free with Windows. you have to buy.

  If Office is preinstalled, it was a test.

  A clean installation will wipe everything.

  You cannot transfer programs.

  It needs to be reinstalled from the original media.

  If you do not have the desktop drive:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/326246

  'How to replace Microsoft software or hardware, order service packs and upgrades, and replace product manuals'

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  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/w7install/threads

  "Download Windows 7 installed and activated on your PC."

  They will help you in the Windows 7 Forum at the above address.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• Upgrade a real Vista to Windows 8 pro using a windows 8 pro upgrade product key

  Original title: Ted-Edwards

  I want a real Vista to Windows 8 pro using a windows 8 pro update product key on a special offer from Microsoft by Arvato distribution GmbH (a distributor of Microsoft in Germany) but need an installation disc.

  Initially, I did this upgrade successfully but my installation of Windows 8 disk become corrupted.

  My goal is to build a new system of games for Windows 10 because the current does not have a couple of years and I replaced it with a laptop.

  Where can I get one please?

  If you have your product key, you will find the instruments here:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-8/upgrade-product-key-only

• transfer the license from vista to windows 8

  Previously the company that I worked bought the creative suite CS2, (mainly I use photoshop, illustrator, dreamweaver, indesign, and acrobat pro). It was a legitimate legal purchase and I was the only designer, then it was purchased because of me.  I often worked from home so I installed a second copy on my pc at home in addition to my work pc, which I understand was also legal.  I am now looking at my home pc to upgrade vista to windows 8 and would like to transfer the software.  Is this possible?

  Thank you

  Kurt

  CS2 (or earlier version) software activation server replacement

  NOTE that CS2 will not install on a Mac "modern."

  l http://helpx.adobe.com/x-productkb/Policy-Pricing/Creative-Suite-2-activation-end-Life.htm

  When you install the special version of the PPro2 on a Win7 or Win8 or Win10 computer, you may need to right click on the program icon and select compatibility Windows XP in the popup of option