How old is your computer running Windows XP, are you sure it can even run Windows 8.1? There are some computers that too old run Windows 8.1 because the CPU (brains of the computer) does not meet certain requirements. do I need to download the files on the new 圆4 laptop and if so can I download windows 8.1 installation files on a computer already running windows 8.1)
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(this page seems to be for the upgrade version)ġ, Is the Windows 8.1 Pro student the correct purchase for my situation.Ģ, How do I download and make the (圆4) installation media required to do the install (i.e. Once I make the purchase is there a page similar to this one but for a fresh install. However, I have read repeatedly that you cannot download the 圆4 version of windows on an x32 machine.
My question seeks further detail in this step. Restart your computer then load your BIOS and set it to boot from your DVD drive or USB thumb drive." To begin the installation, we will need to restart the computer and boot from the disc or USB thumbdrive which contains the installation files. "Which is understandable, since you are running a 32 bit version of Windows. Within the answer to this question it says The question I have is very similar to this one asked previously (I am unsure if this is applicable as the upgrade will need to be a clean install) In the description it clearly states this product is not for windows XP machines.
I have purchased a new laptop with Windows 8.1 (圆4) running as an OEM and completely backed up the XP machine so I am able to do the clean install with no fear of data loss. I have used both the windows 7 and 8 upgrade assistants to confirm the computer is capable. I want to upgrade Windows XP SP3 (x32) to Windows 8.1 Pro Student (圆4)