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This procedure will guide you on upgrading your Windows XP machine to Vista without reformatting.
Steps
Method 1
Method 1 of 3:
Before Upgrading to Vista
Back up your files.
Run disk clean up and uninstall unnecessary application.
Uninstall your antivirus, spyware protection, and third-party firewalls.
Defragment your hard drive.
Run the Windows Vista Upgrade Adviser to check if your PC is capable of running Vista.
Prepare your Windows Vista DVD installer.
Prepare your license key or the product key.Advertisement
Method 2
Method 2 of 3:
Procedure
Log in to Windows XP and insert the Windows Vista installer to the DVD drive. Note: Don't boot the Windows Vista DVD to perform an in-place upgrade; it won't work. You have to run the Setup program from within Windows XP.
After you insert the DVD, an autorun will pop up. Click on install now. and choose the recommended option which is to go online for the latest updates.
Enter the license key or the product key.
Click upgrade,to upgrade your OS and wait while Windows upgrades your computer to Vista.
After the installation is complete, Windows will reboot. After the reboot click Use recommended settings.
Click and choose options on screen.
Wait while windows finishes the upgrade.
After the reboot,log in to your Vista and enjoy.Advertisement
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- QuestionHow can I upgrade from XP to Vista without the internet or an installation CD?
AasimTop AnswererYou cannot do it without an installation CD or an internet connection. You need to borrow one from a friend. - QuestionI need to download the Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor, but I can only find the Windows 7 edition, which is newer. Can you give a link?
Community AnswerRun the Windows 7 one. If your computer is capable of running Windows 7, it can run Vista.
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