Upgrading XP to Windows 7?

Discussion in 'Windows Virtual Machine' started by jasdelta, Dec 31, 2012.

  1. jasdelta

    jasdelta Bit poster

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    Hello Folks,

    I'd appreciate some feedback/suggestions on what is the best way for me to upgrade my Win XP Home
    to Windows 7 while in my VM in PD8?

    Can I do this using a downloaded OEM .iso file within my existing Windows XP. Will doing so do a complete new install of Windows 7?

    Help for suggestions would be appreciated.
     
    jasdelta, Dec 31, 2012
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  2. Andrew@Parallels

    Andrew@Parallels Parallels Team

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    Hi Jim,

    I'd recommend to follow Microsoft instructions located at http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/help/upgrading-from-windows-xp-to-windows-7

    You can either use your ISO image (connect it to virtual CD ROM by going to Virtual Machine>Configure>Hardware>CD-ROM) or using Ms EXE file if you have it.

    NOTE: I strongly recommend to make a backup of your VM before you proceed with the upgrade: http://kb.parallels.com/8829
     
    Andrew@Parallels, Jan 2, 2013
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  3. jasdelta

    jasdelta Bit poster

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    Andrew,

    Many thanks for your very helpful reply. I appreciate your taking the time to respond.

    Jim
     
    jasdelta, Jan 2, 2013
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