Dual boot w2k and xp?

A few tips:

Check that all of your hardware is fully supported under XP
You can run a compatibility test a www.pcpitstop.com

Double check with printer and scanner manufactures for XP drivers.

I recommend that you:
1. get a new larger hard drive
2. maximize RAM

You want / need to create a separate partition to install XP to.
If you have enough free space on your existing drive, you can use a partition manager such as Partition Magic to re-partition the drive.
CAUTION: Make sure that any critical files are backed up before changing drive partitions.

Once you have your drive setup, boot into W2K, and insert the XP CD.
Follow the prompts for a custom installation onto the new partition and for a dual boot configuration.

When you are finished, XP will be the default OS.

Note: Even if you install XP to a new folder on your C: Drive, you will need / want to install applications over again to have them function properly under XP.

Chas

I've done it. I've used PartitionMagic (v6.0) to create a new partition that I named "WinXP" and then installed XP there. Windows then boots-up with the Dual Boot screen.

I've re-installed WindowsOffice Apps from the new OS on top of the original directory. (+) saves a lot on my Notebook HDD space. (-) Harder to maintain. Any comments about this?

Mike <><><>