Windows 7 changing to windows Exp

[prince1630]

Can Someone Tell me how to put my windows 7 back to windows exp :-/

Everytime i tried to boot my windows exp .. it is protected by windows 7 . only higher of windows 7 can be installed .. how can i remove the protection..?

 

[prince1630]

 

[Bill2]

By "exp", do you mean XP? If yes, you should be able to boot from the XP disk, delete partitions plus format drive, then install XP. What kind of disk is this- ready made or home made?

Also, in the bios, try changing the hard drive from AHCI to IDE mode.

 

[Bare Foot Kid]

Hello.


If you want to remove Windows 7 and install Windows XP in its place;

Just be aware: before you attempt that, be sure you have all the drivers for all the hardware used by the PC and for the peripherals that are used on the system before you start.

If the PC is set to use AHCI mode in the PC BIOS you would be better to set it back to IDE mode before you start the XP installation or you will have to add SATA drivers before/during the install and be sure to post back with any further questions you may have and to keep us informed.


You can not install XP while Windows 7 is running, you will have to boot the XP CD to do the install.

 

[prince1630]

By "exp", do you mean XP? If yes, you should be able to boot from the XP disk, delete partitions plus format drive, then install XP. What kind of disk is this- ready made or home made?

Also, in the bios, try changing the hard drive from AHCI to IDE mode.

hahaha sorry for the "exp" hahaha .. i mean xp .. by the way i tried what you said .. i boot my pc from the disk BUT my computer doesnt detect the the disk .. like theres something stopping me to delete my windows 7 ., just like on my screenie

 

[theog]

First check for all the Win XP drivers for your hardware on the manufacturer's web site.
If your Win XP CD, does not support your Sata Controller, you will need to load drivers to uses at F6.
Load Sata Controller drivers with a floppy disk is the best way.
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/66010-sata-drivers-load-windows-xp-setup-dual-boot.html


OR
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/72185-sata-drivers-slipstream-into-windows-xp-cd.html

 

[Bare Foot Kid]

You can not install XP while Windows 7 is running, you will have to boot the XP CD to do the install.

 

[prince1630]

Hello.


If you want to remove Windows 7 and install Windows XP in its place;

Just be aware: before you attempt that, be sure you have all the drivers for all the hardware used by the PC and for the peripherals that are used on the system before you start.

If the PC is set to use AHCI mode in the PC BIOS you would be better to set it back to IDE mode before you start the XP installation or you will have to add SATA drivers before/during the install and be sure to post back with any further questions you may have and to keep us informed.


You can not install XP while Windows 7 is running, you will have to boot the XP CD to do the install.

How can i change AHCI mode To IDE ???

 

[Bare Foot Kid]

You can not install XP while Windows 7 is running, you will have to boot the XP CD to do the install.

Have you seen this post?

How can i change AHCI mode To IDE ???

Look around in the PC BIOS for something similar to "Storage Controler" if that is the issue.

 

[prince1630]

You can not install XP while Windows 7 is running, you will have to boot the XP CD to do the install.

Have you seen this post?

How can i change AHCI mode To IDE ???

Look around in the PC BIOS for something similar to "Storage Controler" if that is the issue.

I dont see anything in my CMOS config that similar to " Storage Controller "

Im using PCI Express

 

[theog]

Do you mean you are using a SATA/RAID PCI Express card?


Can you post your specs.
http://www.sevenforums.com/general-discussion/22550-filling-out-system-specs.html
http://www.sevenforums.com/hardware-devices/6936-dont-know-what-hardware-you-have.html
http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/176785-vistaforums-sysinfo-tool.html

 

[gregrocker]

Boot the XP CD first to see if it sees the HD and will let you use the tools to delete, repartition and full format before install. You may not need the SATA driver if it sees the HD and will allow you to access it for this.

To do this, set CD drive as first to boot in BIOS setup Boot Order: How to Boot your Computer from a Bootable CD or DVD - Boot to CD