Re: Moving from XP Pro to Win 2K3 Server

From: Lanwench [MVP - Exchange] (lanwench_at_heybuddy.donotsendme.unsolicitedmail.atyahoo.com)
Date: 08/29/04


Date: Sun, 29 Aug 2004 18:45:21 -0400

Scott Marshall wrote:
> I want to "re-purpose" my Win XP Pro PC as a server, and
> have Win 2K3 Server ready to install - but I can't
> migrate directly from XP to 2K3.

That's correct.
>
> Will I have to start from scratch (i.e., format the disk,
> install 2K3)? And if so, how bets to do so?

Back up your data. Boot from the W2003 CD. I'd delete the existing system
partition and create a new one of at least 10GB....

 (I'll be
> happy if someone can help me find how-to's on the MS
> site, they seem to be completely hidden from my Search
> engine attempts...)
>
> Thanks!



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