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Windows XP/2000 - [Resolved] Can you install windows 2000 upgrade over xp. posted in the Operating Systems forums; Hi I need to downgrade an xp pc to windows 2000. The disc is windows 2000 upgrade will that make any difference. I will be doing a whole clean install....

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Default [Resolved] Can you install windows 2000 upgrade over xp.

Hi

I need to downgrade an xp pc to windows 2000. The disc is windows 2000 upgrade will that make any difference.

I will be doing a whole clean install.


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Default Re: Can you install windows 2000 upgrade over xp.

Hi Ratsfightback, welcome to the PCHF.

Unfortunately, due to the reduced cost of upgrade versions of operating systems, the upgrade CD is not bootable, and you're required to install an old operating system (such as 98, or NT) before you can install 2000.

Might i ask why? XP is far more secure, and better performing.


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Default Re: Can you install windows 2000 upgrade over xp.

hi

****** i have ordered the cd now.

i have got windows 95 upgrade but cant install it do you know how


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if i order windows 2000 on its own would it be bootable.


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Default Re: Can you install windows 2000 upgrade over xp.

is windows me bootable if its full version not upgrade


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Default Re: Can you install windows 2000 upgrade over xp.

you dont know how much agravation you have saved me thanks.

I will get ME instead. I dont want vista or xp because i cant stand the activation rubbish. the version of me i bought is the full version and not the upgrade.

thanks.



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