Eval update

[AndyM]

I have a PC installed with an eval copy of Windows 2000
(build 2138.) I've scarcely used this machine in the past
5 years, so haven't bothered to upgrade it. Turns out the
eval copy reboots at regular intervals, which is a good
disincentive from Microsoft.

However, I'd now like to purchase a full copy of Windows
2000 Pro in order to upgrade the machine to SP3 or 4,
which you can't do unless you've installed build 2195.

This being the case, can I upgrade the installation to
2195 without reformatting the entire machine? I have a
stack of data and software installed and would prefer not
to have to backup and reinstall it.

All ideas welcomed!

Andy

 

[Jonathan Woodard [MSFT]]

I'm pretty sure you can do this, but it's best to check with the KB at
http://support.microsoft.com, and if you're still unsure, ask in the Windows
2000 Setup and Deployment newsgroup, available on this page:

http://microsoft.com/windows2000/community/newsgroups/management/default.mspx

Additionally, it wouldn't hurt to just try the upgrade.

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