Dual Boot Windows 7 and Windows 8 Using Multiple Discs


  1. Posts : 4
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64 SP1
       #1

    Dual Boot Windows 7 and Windows 8 Using Multiple Discs


    Would it be possible install Windows 8 on a separate partion using for example- 3 discs with different setup files on each one?

    My first post, so- please give my tips if I am unclear.
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  2. Posts : 25
    Windows 7 Ultimate x32
       #2

    Yes, it is possible.
    If you have already installed windows 7 just create a new partition under "disk management" utility with at-least of 15gb, then insert Disc 1,and boot from it and install windows 8 on newly created partition.Similarly put other disc when prompted.
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  3. Posts : 17,322
    Win 10 Pro x64
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    Auslogics said:
    Would it be possible install Windows 8 on a separate partion using for example- 3 discs with different setup files on each one?

    My first post, so- please give my tips if I am unclear.
    Welcome to the forum,

    Here's a great tutorial from our sister forum Windows 8 Forums

    Dual Boot Installation - Windows 8 and Windows 7 or Vista - Windows 8 Forums

    Any other questions just ask.
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  4. Posts : 4
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64 SP1
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    Thanks. I wish I could just use my 4.7GB disc, but my other computer doesn't support it...
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  5. Posts : 17,322
    Win 10 Pro x64
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    Auslogics said:
    Thanks. I wish I could just use my 4.7GB disc, but my other computer doesn't support it...
    You're welcome.

    What about a USB drive?

    Create Bootable USB or DVD - Windows 8 Developer Preview ISO - Windows 8 Forums
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  6. Posts : 4
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64 SP1
    Thread Starter
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    I would, but my USB is only a 4GB. Though the ISO is 3.6GBS, it all the ISO burners I have tried have reported that there's not enough space.
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  7. Posts : 17,322
    Win 10 Pro x64
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    Auslogics said:
    I would, but my USB is only a 4GB. Though the ISO is 3.6GBS, it all the ISO burners I have tried have reported that there's not enough space.
    Did you try the tool in the tutorial?
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  8. Posts : 4
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64 SP1
    Thread Starter
       #8

    Yes, I did.
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  9. Posts : 25
    Windows 7 Ultimate x32
       #9

    You need an 8gb memory stick to install windows8 64bit,however you may download and install a 32bit version using 4gb memory stick.
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