Xp to vista upgrade chart

If you do see the following dialog, just continue below. In most cases the first download button is fine, because the other versions are for 64bit computers files with "64" in the name or software development environments the one with "SDK" in the file name. Clicking the dowload button results in another dialog where Windows wants to know where to put the download files. We've created another directory in our temp folder, called "msxml".

After the download, depending on your computer settings, you might have to manually navigate to the downloaded file, or you might be able to click the "Open Folder" button.

Doubleclick the downloaded file to launch the msxml installer. Another security dialog will pop up, just hit the "Run" button to continue. Accept the terms of the license agreement and hit "Next". The wizard will take you to the following dialog.

Click "Install" to start the installation. This may all look like a pain, because all you wanted to do initially is upgrade Windows XP to Vista and now you are dealing with MSXML installations, but remember, it's always better to be able to run the Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor prior to launching the actual upgrade without knowing if your computer will be able to make it through the upgrade. Navigate to the executable file that you downloaded in the previous steps Click the "Run" button in the security warning dialog.

The Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor also needs the. Net Framework to run, so if you see this dialog box Net Framework first. If you didn't see the previous screenshot, you already have the. Net Framework on your computer and you can click here to skip the. Net Framework download and installation steps. If you did see the above dialog, just continue by clicking the "Install the.

Net Framework" button on your screen. That will bring up this:. Click the "Save" button to download and save the. Net Framework locally on your computer in a separate directory like this:. Click the "Finish" button to complete the installation.

Now you are finally ready to start the Upgrade Advisor and upgrade Windows XP to Vista, provided that the Upgrade Advisor gives you the green light about your computer's compatibility. To continue, navigate one more time to the Upgrade Advisor's executable that you donwloaded in the previous steps Here is where the "Upgrade Windows XP to Vista" - tour catches up again with those who already had the. Net Framework installed.

Specify the installation destination folder or simply accept the default and click "Next". Once the installation is complete, you can choose to immediately launch the upgrade advisor and hit "Close". The Upgrade Advisor will come up with this screen:.

Hit the "Start Scan" button to begin the compatibility checking routine. The software will then start a number of routines to determine if your computer will be able to upgrade Windows XP to Vista. This will take a couple of minutes. Hit the "See Details" button. If your computer hardware is sufficient to upgrade Windows XP to Vista, you will get a screen with the recommended Windows Vista edition that best fits your computer, according to the upgrade advisor.

You will also get a brief overview of the different Windows Vista Editions. If the upgrade advisor agrees that it's a good idea to migrate your computer to Windows Vista, it is now finally time to upgrade Windows XP to Vista. If you no longer see this window on your screen Select the "Go Online" option. By using our site, you agree to our cookie policy. Cookie Settings. Learn why people trust wikiHow. Download Article Explore this Article methods. Related Articles.

Author Info Last Updated: September 16, Method 1. Uninstall your antivirus, spyware protection, and third-party firewalls. Method 2. You have to run the Setup program from within Windows XP.

After you insert the DVD, an autorun will pop up. Click on install now. Click upgrade,to upgrade your OS and wait while Windows upgrades your computer to Vista. After the installation is complete, Windows will reboot. After the reboot click Use recommended settings. Method 3. After the upgrade, Windows Vista will display compatibility information for anything that loads on startup that it can't run.

It offers to try to run the program or simply stop it. Look for updates for all of your drivers and software that it flags as incompatible.

However, if you have to install a fresh copy of Windows Vista or upgrade an XP machine, Microsoft has made the operation even simpler than an XP install. All you need is the installation optical disk and product key, which is usually on the back of the CD or underneath the Perspex holder. What has made installing Vista even easier than XP is that Microsoft has moved all the locale information to the beginning of the install.

Another improvement is there is no pause after 37 minutes asking you for network information. At the end of all of the copying and configuring, Vista asks you for a username and password.

It then asks for the current use of the machine so that Vista can optimize its settings for home, work or a public location. Tip: If you are installing Vista just to test the features, or only out of curiosity, un-check the Activate Online box.

This will let you legitimately conserve your "activation lives".