Solved How to Install and Setup Windows XP Mode in Windows 7

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I installed Windows XP Mode and it seems to be working OK. Then I read the instruction about using the CPU's virtual hardware. I turn on the BIOS Virtualization and Windows XP Mode stopped working. I think I need to uninstall Windows XP Mode, then turn on the CPU's Virtualization and then re-install Windows XP Mode.

DO YOU AGREE??? and do you think it is worth the time and effort???
 

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GMSTONE said:
I installed Windows XP Mode and it seems to be working OK. Then I read the instruction about using the CPU's virtual hardware. I turn on the BIOS Virtualization and Windows XP Mode stopped working. I think I need to uninstall Windows XP Mode, then turn on the CPU's Virtualization and then re-install Windows XP Mode.

DO YOU AGREE??? and do you think it is worth the time and effort???
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Try reinstalling XP Mode and post back here so we will knwo if it worked or not.
 

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Windows 7 Professional x64 Service Pack 1
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AMD Athlon X4 645
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CPU Virtualization vs Software Virtualization.

I uninstalled Windows XP Mode, then turn on the CPU's Virtualization and re-install Windows XP Mode. Windows XP Mode also works installed this way. I guess using the CPU's Virtualization is more efficent than using software Virtualization but I can not be sure of this.

I noticed that XP Mode complains that there is no Virus Checking Softwarw installed even though I have the software installed in Windows 7. I don't think it is necessary to install virus software in XP Mode but if anyone knows for sure I would appreciate them letting me know.
 

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Windows 7 Pro 32 bitIntel Core 2 Duo CPU E6550 @ 2.33 GHz 2.33 GHz4 GB ( 3.24 GB usable)
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
DELL OPTIPLEX 755
OS
Windows 7 Pro 32 bit
CPU
Intel Core 2 Duo CPU E6550 @ 2.33 GHz 2.33 GHz
Memory
4 GB ( 3.24 GB usable)
Monitor(s) Displays
DELL E2011H
Hard Drives
HITACHI HDS725050KLA360 ATADevice
Hello GMSTONE, and welcome to Seven Forums.

Yep, XP Mode will require it's own AV program to be installed since it's a separate OS than Windows 7.
 

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GMSTONE said:
I uninstalled Windows XP Mode, then turn on the CPU's Virtualization and re-install Windows XP Mode. Windows XP Mode also works installed this way. I guess using the CPU's Virtualization is more efficent than using software Virtualization but I can not be sure of this.

I noticed that XP Mode complains that there is no Virus Checking Softwarw installed even though I have the software installed in Windows 7. I don't think it is necessary to install virus software in XP Mode but if anyone knows for sure I would appreciate them letting me know.
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Be sure to get Microsoft Security Essentials for your XP Mode:

Microsoft Security Essentials - Free Antivirus for Windows
 
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My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 7 Professional x64 Service Pack 1AMD Athlon X4 6456GB DDR3 1066Sapphire Radeon HD 5670 512MB GDDR5
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
HP Pavilion P7-1010
OS
Windows 7 Professional x64 Service Pack 1
CPU
AMD Athlon X4 645
Motherboard
Foxxcon N-Alvorix RS880
Memory
6GB DDR3 1066
Graphics Card(s)
Sapphire Radeon HD 5670 512MB GDDR5
Sound Card
Realtek Integrated Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
HP 2011x
Screen Resolution
1600x900
Hard Drives
1. Crucial M4 128GB SSD
2. 1TB Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 RPM
3. 1TB Western Digital Caviar Green 5400RPM
PSU
Seasonic S12 II Bronze 380 Watt
Case
HP OEM
Cooling
Coolermaster Heatsink, AVC Case Fan
Keyboard
HP OEM- Made by Chicony
Mouse
HP OEM- Made by Logitech
Internet Speed
20MBit Down/4 Up
Antivirus
Microsoft Security Essentials
Browser
Internet Explorer 10
AV Installed in XP Mode

Done!
 

My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 7 Pro 32 bitIntel Core 2 Duo CPU E6550 @ 2.33 GHz 2.33 GHz4 GB ( 3.24 GB usable)
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
DELL OPTIPLEX 755
OS
Windows 7 Pro 32 bit
CPU
Intel Core 2 Duo CPU E6550 @ 2.33 GHz 2.33 GHz
Memory
4 GB ( 3.24 GB usable)
Monitor(s) Displays
DELL E2011H
Hard Drives
HITACHI HDS725050KLA360 ATADevice
I'm happy to hear that you got it sorted. :)
 

My Computer My Computer

At a glance

64-bit Windows 11 Pro for WorkstationsIntel i7-8700K OC'd to 5 GHz64 GB (4x16GB) G.SKILL TridentZ RGB DDR4 3600...ASUS ROG-STRIX-GTX1080TI-O11G-GAMING
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Self built custom
OS
64-bit Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
CPU
Intel i7-8700K OC'd to 5 GHz
Motherboard
ASUS ROG Maximus XI Formula Z390
Memory
64 GB (4x16GB) G.SKILL TridentZ RGB DDR4 3600 MHz
Graphics Card(s)
ASUS ROG-STRIX-GTX1080TI-O11G-GAMING
Sound Card
Integrated
Monitor(s) Displays
2 x Samsung Odyssey G7 27"
Screen Resolution
2560x1440
Hard Drives
1TB Samsung 990 PRO M.2,
4TB Samsung 990 PRO PRO M.2,
TerraMaster F8 SSD Plus NAS
PSU
Seasonic Prime Titanium 850W
Case
Thermaltake Core P3
Cooling
Corsair Hydro H115i
Keyboard
Logitech wireless K800
Mouse
Logitech MX Master 4
Internet Speed
2 Gb/s Download and 100 Mb/s Upload
Antivirus
Malwarebyte Anti-Malware Premium
Browser
Google Chrome
Other Info
Logitech Z625 speaker system,
Logitech BRIO 4K Pro webcam,
HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M477fdn,
APC SMART-UPS RT 1000 XL - SURT1000XLI,
Galaxy S23 Plus phone
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