Windows Apps disappeared

Discussion in 'macOS Virtual Machine' started by GS56, Nov 10, 2009.

  1. GS56

    GS56 Bit poster

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    I need help with this- I installed Parallels 5 after deleting v. 4 as an upgrade. When I did that, I had to reinstall my Windows XP program.
    Now, Parallels does boot up but my previously installed Windows programs do not appear on the menu and I am unable to retrieve them to work with Parallels. I have tried to migrate them-(I don't have disc for most of these since they were Internet purchases) to no avail.
    Any help is appreciated-
     
  2. Bopanna I G

    Bopanna I G Hunter

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    Hello GS56,

    Please note that if you have reinstalled Windows XP as a part of upgrade process, then you will not have any programs as it will be a new Windows installation.

    If you wanted to work with old Windows, you had to convert the old version 4 format .pvm file.

    Even now if you have the old Windows .pvm file then just double click on it and it will start up and convert itself to version 5 format.

    You can then see all your programs, but if you do not have the .pvm file then we will not be able to do anything.

    Thank you.
     

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