R Rippy087 Baseband Member Messages 46 Jul 27, 2006 #1 If I build a completely new computer, can I just use the HD from my old computer without reinstalling windows XP and all my other programs? Thanks, Jake
If I build a completely new computer, can I just use the HD from my old computer without reinstalling windows XP and all my other programs? Thanks, Jake
Atomic Rooster Omnipotent One Messages 11,161 Location USA Jul 27, 2006 #4 Yes you can. I've followed this tutorial and it worked without a hitch.
L lhuser Golden Master Messages 13,147 Jul 27, 2006 #5 Actually, I have a guide here that tells you what to do.
Atomic Rooster Omnipotent One Messages 11,161 Location USA Jul 27, 2006 #6 Hey, cool. I was going to ask where, but I found it.
OP OP R Rippy087 Baseband Member Messages 46 Jul 27, 2006 #7 Thanks for that post, I'll read that tomorrow dont have time now Thanks, Jake
P prosser13 Daemon Poster Messages 1,080 Jul 28, 2006 #9 If you want a stable install, then no, you can't, as Windows installs itself around your chipset.
MikeReiner Golden Master Messages 5,055 Jul 28, 2006 #10 If your upgrading from a stone-age PC (like pentium 2 or athlon K6) then you usually will work without problems. Anything newer and it tends to crash before it even reaches the loading screen.
If your upgrading from a stone-age PC (like pentium 2 or athlon K6) then you usually will work without problems. Anything newer and it tends to crash before it even reaches the loading screen.