upgrade from 98

[Dooma]

Can I upgrade 98 to XP pro.?

 

[GSV Three Minds in a Can]

Can I upgrade 98 to XP pro.?

Yes. However like most upgrades (and this one is a big jump) there is
some risk that the resulting system will be flakier than average, owing
to things that didn't wind up quite how they would have done with a
clean install.

And backup your critical data first.

 

[Nicholas]

Dooma --

Yes, an upgrade from Windows 98 to Windows XP Pro is supported.

Before upgrading any existing Windows installation, it would be prudent to
run the Upgrade Advisor for Windows XP. This tool will report what hardware
or software may be incompatible with Windows XP. If you follow the Upgrade
Advisor's recommendations, you should not have any problem upgrading to
Windows XP.

If you fail to utilize the Upgrade Advisor, you may run into incompatibility issues.
Just inserting the Windows XP Upgrade CD in the CD Drive and selecting
"upgrade" is not going to give you the desired result. You must "prepare and
plan" your computer before beginning the upgrade process.

Windows XP Upgrade Advisor
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307726

It is imperative that you have the latest BIOS update installed. Visit the support
website of the manufacturer of your computer or motherboard for instructions
on updating your computer's BIOS.

Accessing Motherboard BIOS
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/bios_manufacturer.htm

HOW TO: Prepare to Upgrade Windows 98 or
Windows Millennium Edition to Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;316639

Troubleshooting Windows XP Setup
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_setup.htm


Also, physically disconnect all your peripheral hardware devices,
especially USB devices (not including your mouse, keyboard or
monitor). Uninstall any antivirus program, too!

Most importantly, it would be prudent to perform a backup of
any data files you have, just in case a problem should occur.

Important: When you are ready to upgrade to Windows XP,
make sure to select the default "Upgrade" option
during the initial setup phase. Do not select the
alternative "New Installation" option!

 

[Michael Stevens]

Can I upgrade 98 to XP pro.?

Yes, and the upgrade in my personal limited experience [over 100 upgrades of
Win 98/Me/2000] is usually very successful when the proper preparation is
made. You should prep for a clean install, but select the option to upgrade
for the first option. In the following links, you will find information on
how to prepare for an upgrade and a clean install. The correct preparation
for either is the same, as there is no such thing as a quick upgrade unless
the system has been certified as such and a proper customized XP upgrade CD
is supplied. Upgrading to XP without the proper preparation has a better
chance of success than previous versions, but with the proper preparation,
it is almost a slam dunk that it will be a great success.
If you do encounter a problem, nothing is lost except the 1 to 2 hours spent
on the failed upgrade. You are now prepared to clean install and reinstall
and restore your backed up data. This will consume a considerable amount of
hours to reinstall and restore data.
You do have a choice.
Click on the link below, or copy and paste the link into the address box
if using the web based newsgroup.
For upgrading to XP Home or Pro, see the links below.
http://aumha.org/a/xpupgrad.htm
XP Upgrade
http://www.winsupersite.com/showcase/windowsxp_sg_2kupgrade.asp
http://www.winsupersite.com/showcase/windowsxp_sg_9xupgrade.asp
See the link below for steps on performing a Clean Install.
http://michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
Known problems with XP upgrades.
http://michaelstevenstech.com/xpupgdissues.html
Known Problems with Clean installs.
http://www.labmice.net/WindowsXP/Install/installbugs.htm
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