Re: transfer data & outlook settings from xp desk to new xp laptop

thanks for your fast response. I ran the wizard, questioned whether to tak
files & settings or just files. Saw a tremendous list of extensions and
wondered if I needed all. Anyway, I ran the wizard twice to write to cdr
(drive d) and rec'd unable" (either damaged disk or place disk in
drive)message
--
Jaxreman


"Carey Frisch [MVP]" wrote:

> HOW TO: Use Files and Settings Transfer Wizard in Windows XP
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;293118&Product=winxp
>
> HOW TO: Set Up a Direct Cable Connection Between Two Computers in Windows XP
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;305621&Product=winxp
>
> Cables That Are Compatible with Direct Cable Connection
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310576&Product=winxp
>
> List of Programs Whose Settings Are Migrated When You Use
> the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;[LN];304903
>
> Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
> http://aumha.org/win5/a/fast.htm
>
> --
> Carey Frisch
> Microsoft MVP
> Windows XP - Shell/User
> Microsoft Newsgroups
>
> -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> "jaxreman" wrote:
>
> | just purchased a laptop to replace desktop system and want many files from
> | old system including outlook data files, contacts, messages etc. Any
> | suggestions?
> | --
> | Jaxreman
>
.

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