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Refreshing My Copy OF Windows XP

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Maverick340
Maverick340 Original post #1
Jun 4, 2006 at 1:15 AM
I have been using a pirated copy of windows XP and have been facing a few probs. ANywyas i got a Genuine copy OF Windows XP now and i want to install it on my PC . i however donont want to lose any of my exixting settings.
IS that possible ?
~Phenom~
Jun 4, 2006 at 1:19 AM
Xp can upgrade Xp. So go ahead , chhose upgrade option while install. there should be no problems.
Maverick340
Jun 19, 2006 at 5:40 PM
the upgrade option is unavailable ..
S
Jun 19, 2006 at 6:28 PM
No need to re-install XP... Just follow the instructions at *xphelpandsupport.mvps.org/how_do_i_change_the_windows_xp_p.htm

Arun
manas
manas #5
Jun 19, 2006 at 9:09 PM
You can use the "Files and Settings Transfer" wizard to back up the settings on your pc,then format and install the genuine xp.Restore the settings using the wizard again.
samrulez
Jun 19, 2006 at 10:12 PM
If the upgrade option is not there... then just backup everything in the Os drive to another partition and reinstall the os..
__Virus__
Jun 19, 2006 at 11:58 PM
why dont u try changing ur key and check if u r still facing any difficulties??? I dont think u will, still depends upon what problem were u facing as u dint mention it :)
ShekharPalash
Jun 20, 2006 at 2:17 AM
hehe... @ Indyan... ^^ ...i also came here with same link my ClipBoad... ;)