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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
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1Back up your files.
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2Run disk clean up and uninstall unnecessary application.Advertisement
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3Uninstall your antivirus, spyware protection, and third-party firewalls.
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4Defragment your hard drive.
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5Run the Windows Vista Upgrade Adviser to check if your PC is capable of running Vista.
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6Prepare your Windows Vista DVD installer.
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7Prepare your license key or the product key.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 3:
Procedure
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1Log 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.
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2After 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.
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3Enter the license key or the product key.
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4Click upgrade,to upgrade your OS and wait while Windows upgrades your computer to Vista.
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5After the installation is complete, Windows will reboot. After the reboot click Use recommended settings.
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6Click and choose options on screen.
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7Wait while windows finishes the upgrade.
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8After the reboot,log in to your Vista and enjoy.
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Community Q&A
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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.
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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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