dual boot problem

[Gilly]

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

 

[raj11650]

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!!!

 

[Dwarf]

Hi Gilly,

Have a look at this Tutorial http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/8057-dual-boot-installation-windows-7-xp.html Follow step 7 onwards in Method Two.

 

[Gilly]

Hi Gilly,

Have a look at this Tutorial http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/8057-dual-boot-installation-windows-7-xp.html 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