Re: Upgrade from ME/98 to XP

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From: frankctx (frankctx_at_discussions.microsoft.com)
Date: 01/30/05 

Date: Sun, 30 Jan 2005 09:37:05 -0800

Carey,is there any way to recover digital photos from me..upgraded using
upgrade option cause i wanted to save exiting folders et. as per
instuctions.every thing seems to be fine,except favorites are gone from
ie6,address book from outlook, and photos from hp photosmart file.?

"Carey Frisch [MVP]" wrote:

> There is no need to uninstall the Windows ME upgrade
> before upgrading to Windows XP. If you follow a good
> preparation procedure, you'll have a good eXPerience
> upgrading to Windows XP.
>
> HOW TO: Prepare to Upgrade Windows 98 or
> Windows Millennium Edition to Windows XP
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;316639
>
> Before upgrading any existing Windows installation, it would be prudent to
> run the Upgrade Advisor for Windows XP. This tool will report what hardware
> or software may be incompatible with Windows XP. If you follow the Upgrade
> Advisor's recommendations, you should not have any problem upgrading to
> Windows XP.
>
> If you fail to utilize the Upgrade Advisor, you may run into incompatibility issues.
> Just inserting the Windows XP Upgrade CD in the CD Drive and selecting
> "upgrade" is not going to give you the desired result. You must "prepare and
> plan" your computer before beginning the upgrade process.
>
> Windows XP Upgrade Advisor
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307726
>
> It is imperative that you have the latest BIOS update installed. Visit the support
> website of the manufacturer of your computer or motherboard for instructions
> on updating your computer's BIOS.
>
> Accessing Motherboard BIOS
> http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/bios_manufacturer.htm
>
> Also, physically disconnect all your peripheral hardware devices,
> especially USB devices (not including your mouse, keyboard or
> monitor). Uninstall any antivirus program, too!
>
> HOW TO: Install Windows XP
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;316941&Product=winxp
>
> Clean Install Windows XP (optional)
> http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
>
> [Courtesy of MS-MVP Michael Stevens]
>
> How to Troubleshoot Windows XP Problems During Installation
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;310064
>
> How to troubleshoot problems during installation when you upgrade from Windows 98
> or Windows Millennium Edition to Windows XP
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;310064&Product=winxp
>
> Troubleshooting Windows XP Setup
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_setup.htm
>
> [Courtesy of MS-MVP Kelly Theriot]
>
> --
> Carey Frisch
> Microsoft MVP
> Windows XP - Shell/User
>
> Be Smart! Protect Your PC!
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/default.aspx
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> "scout66801" wrote:
>
> | I have computer that originally ran 98. I upgraded it
> | years ago to ME. Now I want to upgrade to XP. Would I be
> | smarter to uninstall the ME upgrade first before upgrading
> | to XP, or can I go ahead and upgrade to XP without
> | uninstalling ME and going back to 98?
> |
> | Any benefits/disadvantages either way?
> |
> | -Steve-
>

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