Re: Upgrade ME to XP

cdog wrote:

Microsoft customer services have told me,eventualy, that i am able to
up grade my existing ME to XP.
What they can't seem to help me with is if i have to save all my
existing files and information to disc before i upgrade and then
reinstall it or will the XP kick in and automaticaly use my existing
ME files and info. Any advice would be appreciated.

First back up all your data. Have on hand any drivers for your hardware
and programs you will want to reinstall on CD's. Make sure your
computer will handle XP - run the Upgrade Advisor first.

Then try an upgrade install. You may be pleasantly surprised. An Upgrade
Install will keep all your data and programs intact. If the upgrade
does not go well, then do a Clean Install. You will need your ME
installation disk as qualifying media.

Upgrade Advisor -
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/howtobuy/upgrading/advisor.asp

http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/xpupgdissues.html - Upgrade Issues
http://michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html - Clean Install

Malke
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