WinXP to 7 Ultimate

Can not I install a second copy of XP on a second partition or hard drive and then it switch to Win 7?

This would allow me to transfer and import my old files on the new OS.

Hi Mauisun,

  1. What is the current operating system on the computer?
  2. You want to install the same copy of Windows XP on another partition?

You cannot install the same copy of Windows XP on another partition or hard drive unless you have another product key.

You cannot switch from Windows XP to Windows 7 operating system.

You must perform a clean installation of Windows 7.

Windows 7 upgrade paths

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

 

If you want to backup files before you install Windows 7 on the computer, you can use Windows Easy Transfer, see the link below for more information.

Upgrade Windows XP to Windows 7

http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/help/upgrading-from-Windows-XP-to-Windows-7

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