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Just Upgrading Motherboard..Correct way to set Windows XP Pro Sp 3

Discussion in 'Windows XP' started by wksda623, 2009/01/23.

  1. 2009/01/23
    wksda623

    wksda623 Inactive Thread Starter

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    I am looking at upgrading my motherboard and CPU on my current system. What is the correct and easy way to set up Windows XP Pro with Service Pack 3 for the new Motherboard and CPU??? I have heard many different ways but not sure which one to do yet that would cause less headache!!!!

    David
     
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  2. 2009/01/23
    PeteC

    PeteC SuperGeek Staff

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    Welcome to WindowsBBS :)

    I assume you intend to install your existing hard drive with XP SP3 already installed?

    First to simplify matters create a slipstreamed installation CD with SP3 ......

    Slipstreaming Windows XP Service Pack 3 and Create Bootable CD

    Uninstall IE7 through Add/Remove Programs - important

    Upgrade your hardware and then make a Repair install of XP .....

    How to perform a repair installation of Windows XP if Internet Explorer 7 is installed

    How to replace the motherboard on a computer that is running Windows Server 2003, Windows XP, or Windows 2000

    If you have SATA drives you may need to install the drivers at F6 on the second screen - requires a floppy drive.

    If you do not have a floppy drive see .....

    Install Windows XP on SATA without a Floppy (F6)

    When done install the chipset drivers for the mobo and check Windows Update.
     
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  4. 2009/01/24
    wksda623

    wksda623 Inactive Thread Starter

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    yes,
    you are correct on using the same operating system on the hard drive.

    Thanks,
    David
     
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