Windows 7: Can an XP file on a flash drive be copied to a Win7 system?

msmisfit · 30 Mar 2012

I have a Logitech program file I need on a Lexar 2GB flash drive. Can I copy it to my new Windows 7 laptop? If so, how?

I highly doubt this is possible... but I had to ask.

Kaktussoft · 30 Mar 2012

you can attach usb drive to Windows 7 machine and copy the file to Windows 7 partition. What is the problem? What kind of file is it?

DeaconFrost · 30 Mar 2012

Do you mean it is installed on an XP system and you want to move it to a new Windows 7 laptop? If so, no, the software would need to be reinstalled. You should be able to get updated versions from Logitech's website.

msmisfit · 30 Mar 2012

<sigh> That's what I expected. If I have to download a new program from Logitech, it's like programming my remote all over again.

Are there any XP files that are compatible with Windows 7... such as games, etc.?

seavixen32 · 30 Mar 2012

If you want to use XP software on Windows 7 you may have to use a virtual machine such as VMWare.

I was going to suggest XP Mode as well, but you don't have Windows 7 Professional, which is the minimum requirement for it.

However, you could always use Windows Anytime Upgrade from Home Premium to Professional for a few dollars more.

msmisfit · 30 Mar 2012

Thanks so much for that link/referral. I fear it would be over my head, but I've saved the link, in case I get the courage to try it, after I have learned to navigate Windows 7 a LOT better.

I just have a lot game disks which are not available for Windows 7, and had hoped I might be able to use them. Thanks again!

Tekno Venus · 30 Mar 2012

If a program you've installed wont run properly on win 7 because it's designed for XP, right click on the .exe file and say run in comparability mode for win xp. Compatibility Mode

seavixen32 · 30 Mar 2012

You're very welcome.

If you are considering XP Mode (which is free from Microsoft) have a look at this tutorial.

Windows XP Mode - Install and Setup

Also, as Tekno suggets, you can try compatibility mode, but it's not always successful. A virtual machine would be better in my opinion.

We're here to help if you need it.

Tekno Venus · 30 Mar 2012

Quote: Originally Posted by seavixen32

Also, as Tekno suggets, you can try compatibility mode, but it's not always successful. A virtual machine would be better in my opinion.

We're here to help if you need it.

I agree. The only reason I suggested compatibility mode is that xp mode won't work on home premium and a VMware setup would require a genuine copy of xp with a licence key which may not be available.

Stephen

seavixen32 · 30 Mar 2012

Quote: Originally Posted by Tekno Venus

Quote: Originally Posted by seavixen32

Also, as Tekno suggets, you can try compatibility mode, but it's not always successful. A virtual machine would be better in my opinion.

We're here to help if you need it.

I agree. The only reason I suggested compatibility mode is that xp mode won't work on home premium and a VMware setup would require a genuine copy of xp with a licence key which may not be available.

Stephen

Good point.

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