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Although Windows 7 is compatible with many legacy programs out of the box, some applications simply will not run with this OS. For these cases, we have Windows XP Mode, which is a virtual machine of Windows XP that will run within Windows 7. This article will take you through the steps to install it.

  1. The version checkbox shows whether you want to install 32bits or 64bits. Select it according to your need.
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  2. If you are unsure of the version of Windows 7 you are running, you can obtain this information by clicking the Start button and browsing to the Computer heading on the right, right-clicking and selecting Properties. The System window will open, and you can find what version of Windows 7 you are running and whether it is 32 or 64 bit.
  3. Windows XP Mode' button . Click it, and save the file to a convenient place when prompted.
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    If you cannot see the link 'Download and Install this first', then as an alternative, visit the link to download the main installation file.
  5. When the file has finished downloading, open and run it. It will extract, and then prompt you to click Next to proceed through the installation process.
  6. After it has completed, click Finish to end setup.
  7. Windows Virtual PC' button . Choose to open the file when prompted.
  8. Review the licensing terms and click 'I Accept'.
  9. When installation has completed, you will be prompted to Restart Now. Take a moment to ensure that you have saved anything you were working on before you continue.
  10. When your computer has finished rebooting, click Start, then browse to All Programs, then Windows Virtual PC, and then click Windows XP Mode.
  11. Pick something easy for you to remember, type it into both fields, and then click Next.
  12. This is recommended, so click enable and the click Next, and then Next again on the following screen.
  13. Congratulations! You have installed Windows XP Mode in Windows 7 successfully.
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    Does XP Mode emulate the Windows XP desktop and file appearance?
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    Yes, it does. Windows XP Mode was made so that you could use older programs that came with XP, such as an old version of Internet Explorer.
  • Question
    How can I tell which version of Windows 7 I have?
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    Go into Control Panel and select System. At the top of the screen, it will tell you; for example: Windows 7 Professional Copyright C 2009 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved Service Pack 1
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    Does the question about 32 bit versus 64 bit refer to the host operating system or to XP?
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    It refers to the host operating system. The 32 bit version requires the 86x version.
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