So I have an XPS M1530 that's a bit over a year old. I take good care of it so it's still very fast after a long startup process. I'm currently running vista 32bit home premium, but I'm also dual booting windows 7 RC. My question is, do I upgrade to windows 7 32 bit (upgrade, not clean install), leave vista and clean install windows 7 professional over the RC on the other partition (I got the professional version for free from my school and the upgrade for $30 if I want), or do I just forget about windows 7 and wait for the RC to expire?
Also, I COULD clean install the 64bit version just because my processor can handle it and I already have 4 gigs of RAM (is this a good move or will 32bit do just fine?), however I want all of my files, settings, applications, saved game data, and everything else on my hard drive to come back (I have TONS of programs that are crazy expensive to replace). Would this be possible? I back up regularly, but can these backups restore everything on top of a new OS? If that is possible, how does it work, can someone break it down as much as possible? Ideally I want get rid of my other partition so I can put that free space back onto my main partition.
And if I were to do a regular upgrade, can that be reversed through a backup like a system restore or do I need the vista disk? I am usually very good with computers, but I haven't had to deal with OS changes so I am pretty clueless when it comes to the risks of data loss and would appreciate any and all help
Computer specs:
XPS M1530 : Windows Vista Home Premium 32-bit
Processor: 2.4GHz core 2 duo
RAM: 4 GB
Video card: nvidia 8600 GT
Hard drive: 250 GB (which is why I want the other partition gone)To windows 7 or not to windows 7, that is the question?
been using it since beta 1.
no issues but was a machine i built for vista, so it's capable...
i did an upgrade, which i had to hack the rtm i'm presently using as it isn't supposed to upgrade from the beta i was using, and it behaves peculilarly. however, when i clean and re-install, i'm sure it will be fine.
i use a seperate drive for all data nad programs i download or install.
feel free to email if you need more input/info.
if you don't have the ability to buy and install a drive, you can run the drive manager in the computer manager in the admin of the control panel to resize your primary partition and create a new storage partition and move these files.To windows 7 or not to windows 7, that is the question?
Try it and prepare yourself to be blown away. It may look like vista at first but it's nothing like Vista or anything you've seen before in Windows. It's just awesome. By the way, your specs are perfect for it!
I'm running Window7 Ultimate 64bit signature series
right at this moment. Nothing but the best for me.
Motherboard: Asus PP5Q3 Deluxe WiFi-AP @n Edition
Q8200 2.33mhz, Ati radeon 4670 graphics card, 4g ram, 2 hard-drive
500g each Raid0...
Your computer can easily support Windows7//
it's nice and fast in speed than vista..
change to windows 7 then you will fell better
Vista and windows 7 are a lot alike except for a few differences
I think you should run microsoft tool to check if you have the needed performance, but I think you are ok about that
The problem is, Windows 7 is still a experimental, beta version
So, if you`d like to give it a shot, go ahead, but you may receive some errors etc...
Cheers
I would upgrade to Windows 7. It will run faster because its load on the hardware is less. As proof, Vista won't run on netbooks (that is why they come with XP), but Windows 7 will (I'm running the professional version on a netbook with 1GB of RAM, and it runs fine).
You can't upgrade the RC to the release version; I have no idea why Microsoft did that.
You can upgrade Vista to the equivalent Windows 7 version (home to home), or to Ultimate, but not from Home to Professional. Again, I don't know why Microsoft did this.
You will have to do a clean install to upgrade from 32 bit to 64 bit. Some 32 bit programs don't run well or at all on 64 bit versions of Windows, whether Vista or Windows 7, but most will run OK.
Ok holy hell that's a lot of questions.
If you're going to install 7 over your vista partition, I would suggest wiping the hard drive first. it's just cleaner. I mean i guess if you really want to keep all of your stuff you should just do the upgrade. But most companies that give you expensive software will renew your license if you tell them you're wiping your hard drive. also, if you DO do the upgrade, you would need a vista disk to go back, and perhaps not even then. If you want to keep everything on your vista partition, i would suggest installing 7 over your RC.
If your processor can take 64-bit, you should do that. it's where everything's going.
in terms of backups, back up to an external hard drive. I'm unsure as to whether it restores over a new OS. I don't think it probably does, which means you can't do the clean install over vista AND have all of your stuff. Which means you need to go with the upgrade.
just my thoughts from playing around with stuff a lot. good luck on this.
Dont get windows 7 its just a vista with a 7 badge on it and your computer will become really slow
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
READ THE DETAIL, Because you guys are not answering my question?
i want to clear my hard drive i have windows vista pre installed i dont want to change my OS , i backed up my hard drive but now i want it to be like i just bought it from the store , that type of erase , like a brand new computer, Windows vista has a self restore how do i use itREAD THE DETAIL, Because you guys are not answering my question?
Depending on your brand and model most computers will ask to make restore discs or have a recovery partition when you first start your computer. These are the only way to wipe out your HDD and restore it back to factory condition. The Vista restore will only load a backup image of an OS or restore to an earlier point in time. It will not allow you to wipe HDD and install fresh OS over it. Let me know your brand and model and I can tell you what to do.READ THE DETAIL, Because you guys are not answering my question?
Self restore is accessed by inserting the OS disk and restarting the computer. Otherwise if you are looking to wipe the hard clean and reinstall the OS, which is the ONLY way to make it like it was when purchased from the store, then you will need to format the hard drive. Some anti-virus programs like webroot give you an option to make a disk that will do this for you. Once you are done you just put in the OS disk and reinstall it. Then you can place your backed up files back on the hard drive if you want.
You want to system restore so you get your computer from when it was purchased eh? pretty weird way of going about formating a drive but ok.
For best results, you should run System Restore from safe mode.
From within Windows, you can just type restore into the Start menu search box, and you'll immediately see System Restore at the top of the start menu: Click on it.
Follow throught with the wizard.. its pretty self explanatory.
Near the end, you will need to restart your computer to roll the system back.
If you receive an error while restoring, then use it from safe mode and it should work fine.
To get into Safe mode, you can reboot and use the F8 key right before Windows starts up.
Good luck sir. Still better to have a DVD handy incase something goes wrong.
*choose this as best answer if it works for you :)*
Your computer should have come with either
1. an actual Vista installation disc (this is rare), or
2. a bootable ';restore'; CD branded by the manufacturer, or
3. a ';restore'; partition on the hard drive
case 1: boot from the Vista disc, follow prompts. The result will not be exactly as it was when you bought it, as it will not include add-on software installed by the mfr.
case 2: boot from the CD, follow the prompts. The result will be exactly as it was when you bought it.
case 3: boot from the ';restore'; partition. How you do this is dependent on the mfr - sometimes there is a boot CD, sometimes it's a BIOS option. Check the documentation, or look on the mfr's web site. Result is exactly as it was when you bought it.
Yes, Vista has ';system restore'; but you can't go back all the way to ';brand new time'; unless ';brand new'; was very recent. Vista saves a ';restore point'; any time you do things like install new software, and every week or so no matter what, but it doesn't save the restore points forever.
Also, ';system restore'; does not remove your own documents, bookmarks in IE, downloaded files, etc. The ';my documents';, etc., directories are explicitly excluded from being backed up by ';restore points.'; It is not intended for that, it is intended to help you recover from installing flaky software, drivers, or even Windows Updates.
I have Vista as my OS and I've done exactly what you need to now, before
Assuming you have a desktop, when you start it up, you'll see a couple of options you have to quickly enter if you want to avoid startup. Hit the function key that says ';System recovery';
From there, you can format your drive, and then install a fresh copy of Vista after that's done, from your separate recovery drive
Do this and it will return to store bought state
if you mean system restore to an earlier time such as when you 1st got your computer then that would be your 'system restore' you will need to go to the earliest restore point scroll down this is a detailed way
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorial
or do mean reinstall your vista by way of your recovery? if you use this option this will be what you call erasing the hard drive but you will lose everything but your OS all the same presets will be there as if new and your computer should be exactly the way it was when you got it new.
Note If your computer does not include the System Recovery Options menu, your computer manufacturer might have provided other recovery options. Check the information that came with your computer or go to the manufacturer's website for more information.
good luck
Depending on your brand and model most computers will ask to make restore discs or have a recovery partition when you first start your computer. These are the only way to wipe out your HDD and restore it back to factory condition. The Vista restore will only load a backup image of an OS or restore to an earlier point in time. It will not allow you to wipe HDD and install fresh OS over it. Let me know your brand and model and I can tell you what to do.READ THE DETAIL, Because you guys are not answering my question?
Self restore is accessed by inserting the OS disk and restarting the computer. Otherwise if you are looking to wipe the hard clean and reinstall the OS, which is the ONLY way to make it like it was when purchased from the store, then you will need to format the hard drive. Some anti-virus programs like webroot give you an option to make a disk that will do this for you. Once you are done you just put in the OS disk and reinstall it. Then you can place your backed up files back on the hard drive if you want.
You want to system restore so you get your computer from when it was purchased eh? pretty weird way of going about formating a drive but ok.
For best results, you should run System Restore from safe mode.
From within Windows, you can just type restore into the Start menu search box, and you'll immediately see System Restore at the top of the start menu: Click on it.
Follow throught with the wizard.. its pretty self explanatory.
Near the end, you will need to restart your computer to roll the system back.
If you receive an error while restoring, then use it from safe mode and it should work fine.
To get into Safe mode, you can reboot and use the F8 key right before Windows starts up.
Good luck sir. Still better to have a DVD handy incase something goes wrong.
*choose this as best answer if it works for you :)*
Your computer should have come with either
1. an actual Vista installation disc (this is rare), or
2. a bootable ';restore'; CD branded by the manufacturer, or
3. a ';restore'; partition on the hard drive
case 1: boot from the Vista disc, follow prompts. The result will not be exactly as it was when you bought it, as it will not include add-on software installed by the mfr.
case 2: boot from the CD, follow the prompts. The result will be exactly as it was when you bought it.
case 3: boot from the ';restore'; partition. How you do this is dependent on the mfr - sometimes there is a boot CD, sometimes it's a BIOS option. Check the documentation, or look on the mfr's web site. Result is exactly as it was when you bought it.
Yes, Vista has ';system restore'; but you can't go back all the way to ';brand new time'; unless ';brand new'; was very recent. Vista saves a ';restore point'; any time you do things like install new software, and every week or so no matter what, but it doesn't save the restore points forever.
Also, ';system restore'; does not remove your own documents, bookmarks in IE, downloaded files, etc. The ';my documents';, etc., directories are explicitly excluded from being backed up by ';restore points.'; It is not intended for that, it is intended to help you recover from installing flaky software, drivers, or even Windows Updates.
I have Vista as my OS and I've done exactly what you need to now, before
Assuming you have a desktop, when you start it up, you'll see a couple of options you have to quickly enter if you want to avoid startup. Hit the function key that says ';System recovery';
From there, you can format your drive, and then install a fresh copy of Vista after that's done, from your separate recovery drive
Do this and it will return to store bought state
if you mean system restore to an earlier time such as when you 1st got your computer then that would be your 'system restore' you will need to go to the earliest restore point scroll down this is a detailed way
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorial
or do mean reinstall your vista by way of your recovery? if you use this option this will be what you call erasing the hard drive but you will lose everything but your OS all the same presets will be there as if new and your computer should be exactly the way it was when you got it new.
Note If your computer does not include the System Recovery Options menu, your computer manufacturer might have provided other recovery options. Check the information that came with your computer or go to the manufacturer's website for more information.
good luck
How to change the startup list of OS like xp,linux?
i hav startup list as in following order....
1.linux and
2.xP
i want it to be as
1.xp
2.linux
so that i would defaultly load in into XP os
...... ?How to change the startup list of OS like xp,linux?
What boot-loader is loading up os'es? Edit specific configuration files of bootloader.How to change the startup list of OS like xp,linux?
In XP control panel%26gt;system%26gt;advanced%26gt;start up%26gt;edit
Google '; linux grub';
If you are booting Linux, it isn't with the Windows boot program - which refuses to recognize that Linux OR its file systems exist - it's with LILO or GRUB - most likely the more sophisticated GRUB.
That's why installing Linux HAS to include a separate boot program - and an open-source boot program is always included. Microsoft won't ';help'; its competition by making its boot loader work with ANY OS - just with variants of its own proprietary, monopoly OS called Windows.
In fact, if you use Windows built-in boot program to boot Vista and XP - then if XP ever messes up [like with a borked driver install], F8 doesn't work - which means you [or the computer store] HAVE to install LILO or GRUB [or third-party equivalent] to recover your system!
It doesn't matter which of these two Linux multiboot programs is used by your machine, or if you use a commercial one. You can do what you want and more - revise the boot order, default choice and the delay before default - even what the choices are called on the menu - or what boot loader program you want to use - from the boot configuration program.
For GRUB or LILO on PCLinuxOS, click the Administration icon in the tray, enter the root password, Boot | Set up how the system boots - and follow the wizard's instructions.
Good luck!
1.linux and
2.xP
i want it to be as
1.xp
2.linux
so that i would defaultly load in into XP os
...... ?How to change the startup list of OS like xp,linux?
What boot-loader is loading up os'es? Edit specific configuration files of bootloader.How to change the startup list of OS like xp,linux?
In XP control panel%26gt;system%26gt;advanced%26gt;start up%26gt;edit
Google '; linux grub';
If you are booting Linux, it isn't with the Windows boot program - which refuses to recognize that Linux OR its file systems exist - it's with LILO or GRUB - most likely the more sophisticated GRUB.
That's why installing Linux HAS to include a separate boot program - and an open-source boot program is always included. Microsoft won't ';help'; its competition by making its boot loader work with ANY OS - just with variants of its own proprietary, monopoly OS called Windows.
In fact, if you use Windows built-in boot program to boot Vista and XP - then if XP ever messes up [like with a borked driver install], F8 doesn't work - which means you [or the computer store] HAVE to install LILO or GRUB [or third-party equivalent] to recover your system!
It doesn't matter which of these two Linux multiboot programs is used by your machine, or if you use a commercial one. You can do what you want and more - revise the boot order, default choice and the delay before default - even what the choices are called on the menu - or what boot loader program you want to use - from the boot configuration program.
For GRUB or LILO on PCLinuxOS, click the Administration icon in the tray, enter the root password, Boot | Set up how the system boots - and follow the wizard's instructions.
Good luck!
What do i do? Somebody help me to fix my pc.?
I'm unable to access any of my files .My system says ';file,device,path cannot be accessed';.How do i fix it.And i can't even change my OS. Whenever i insert my XP OS cd it takes me to dos.Help......! Help..........!Help..........!What do i do? Somebody help me to fix my pc.?
Turn off the PC. Wait a few minutes then turn back on.
If that doesn't help; to install your OS you will have to turn off PC, open CD ROM tray with a paperclip or other object and insert XP disk, close tray and then power on PC and ';boot from CD'; and follow your prompts.which baby girl name xp
Turn off the PC. Wait a few minutes then turn back on.
If that doesn't help; to install your OS you will have to turn off PC, open CD ROM tray with a paperclip or other object and insert XP disk, close tray and then power on PC and ';boot from CD'; and follow your prompts.
Mac OS leopard desktop changing?
Id like to change the mac os leopard desktop to a backround with text, something like ';welcome';. I dont see anything like that in the settings. How can i do this? ThanxMac OS leopard desktop changing?
You need to add the text separately. Try these sites to do so:
Splash Up
http://splashup.com/
Photoshop Online
https://www.photoshop.com/express/landinMac OS leopard desktop changing?
You will have to create a picture with a photo program, and then use that as your desktop. Tiger only lets you use picture files as backgrounds.
You need to add the text separately. Try these sites to do so:
Splash Up
http://splashup.com/
Photoshop Online
https://www.photoshop.com/express/landinMac OS leopard desktop changing?
You will have to create a picture with a photo program, and then use that as your desktop. Tiger only lets you use picture files as backgrounds.
Can I change the operating system of my Apple Power Book G4 from Mac OS X to Windows XP?
I'm not familiar with the Mac OS X, I want to change it to Windows XP. How do I do it if it's possible. Thanks...Can I change the operating system of my Apple Power Book G4 from Mac OS X to Windows XP?
Not with a G4. Intel-based Macs can boot Windows with Boot Camp, but not the G4 series. You can try using Virtual PC (free download from microsoft.com), VMWare or Parallels to create a virtual Windows machine within your Mac. You'll need a copy of Windows, and you install it on the virtual machine. That's the closest you can get with that chip.Can I change the operating system of my Apple Power Book G4 from Mac OS X to Windows XP?
Nope, not compatible.
Not with a G4. Intel-based Macs can boot Windows with Boot Camp, but not the G4 series. You can try using Virtual PC (free download from microsoft.com), VMWare or Parallels to create a virtual Windows machine within your Mac. You'll need a copy of Windows, and you install it on the virtual machine. That's the closest you can get with that chip.Can I change the operating system of my Apple Power Book G4 from Mac OS X to Windows XP?
Nope, not compatible.
Can I change the operating system of my Apple Power Book G4 from Mac OS X to Windows XP?
I'm not familiar with the Mac OS X, I want to change it to Windows XP. How do I do it if it's possible. Thanks...Can I change the operating system of my Apple Power Book G4 from Mac OS X to Windows XP?
Not with a G4. Intel-based Macs can boot Windows with Boot Camp, but not the G4 series. You can try using Virtual PC (free download from microsoft.com), VMWare or Parallels to create a virtual Windows machine within your Mac. You'll need a copy of Windows, and you install it on the virtual machine. That's the closest you can get with that chip.Can I change the operating system of my Apple Power Book G4 from Mac OS X to Windows XP?
Nope, not compatible.
Not with a G4. Intel-based Macs can boot Windows with Boot Camp, but not the G4 series. You can try using Virtual PC (free download from microsoft.com), VMWare or Parallels to create a virtual Windows machine within your Mac. You'll need a copy of Windows, and you install it on the virtual machine. That's the closest you can get with that chip.Can I change the operating system of my Apple Power Book G4 from Mac OS X to Windows XP?
Nope, not compatible.
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