Virtual PC 2007

[Guest]

I had no trouble downloading Virtual PC 2007, But when I tried to use it ,
there were no instructions on the website. I have Windows Vista Ultimate and
I am having problems playing games that were playing on Windows XP2. These
problems relate to installation refusals, crashes etc. I have used both the
manufacturerswebsites,spoke on the phone to representatives with no solution.
Someone suggested that I use Virtual PC 2007 and use Windows XP. I need step
by step instructions on how to do this. Do I have to install Windows XP on my
computer first? My only copy came with a computer whose hard drive crashed. I
don't know if Microsoft will accept the CD copy that came from the computer's
manufacturer.Does anyone the "How To:" on this problem?

 

[Dave]

There is a newsgroup specific to VPC
microsoft.public.virtualpc
The folks over there can help you out.

Essentially, you install VPC, start it, create a new virtual machine
(telling it how much memory & disk space to use), and install XP into it,
just like you would onto your real computer (activation and all).

 

[John Barnes]

It is unlikely you can install XP from the cd copy that came with another
pc. It would be a violation of the EULA anyway.

 

[Brett I. Holcomb]

What is your purpose in using VPC? What did they suggest you use VPC and
XP for?

Yes, you need a Windows product installed and then you can install VPC.

Note that most emulators like VPC generally support generic hardware or
model a specific type and model of hardware so they may not work for
some games.