dual boot problem


  1. Gilly
    Posts : 412
    7 RTM 64bit
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    dual boot problem


    why when i install xp after installing 7 why does it boot into xp straight away not giving me a boot option

    and is there a way to get boot menu backup, but when i install xp then 7 everythings fine
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  3. raj11650
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    win 7 build 7600.16385 x64
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    Gilly said:
    why when i install xp after installing 7 why does it boot into xp straight away not giving me a boot option

    and is there a way to get boot menu backup, but when i install xp then 7 everythings fine
    the problem with windows is that you should install older OS first and new OS later only then it recognises both OS .

    u can get back dual boot option by making changes in bcd i guess

    but i use third party software for making it!!!
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  4. Dwarf
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    Windows 8.1 Pro RTM x64
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    Hi Gilly,

    Have a look at this Tutorial Dual Boot Installation with Windows 7 and XP Follow step 7 onwards in Method Two.
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  6. Gilly
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    7 RTM 64bit
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    Dwarf said:
    Hi Gilly,

    Have a look at this Tutorial Dual Boot Installation with Windows 7 and XP Follow step 7 onwards in Method Two.
    thanks guys..ill give that a go

    you gotta love brinks tutorial ,theyve helped me so much with vista and 7 huge props to brink
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