TwoCables

Damn, all I was saying was that I think this thread is providing way more information than necessary. I mean, he has already done what he wanted to do, and so this thread should have been over a long time ago and with about 950,000 less words.

It was a simple question that needed a simple and short answer.

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WeAreNotAlone

If you re-read my first post: http://www.overclock.net/windows/552...ml#post6866182

1: It was noted OP had at that point had WIN7 up and running and that the post for the benefit of others having a machine with a WARRANTY.

2: A question had been asked about how installing a OS a new PC did not ship with would affect a units warranty.

In response to that question supporting info was given for the reasons to do a DUAL-BOOT until the machine was proven to be "Good" not for the OP's benefit as he had already nuked his machine at that point but for the benefit of those "considering" nuking a new machine.

Compare the info I presented with your response to the warranty question with the mindset you're a Newbie who has just bought a new machine, Or the person who's PAYING for a machine for his kid that does have a warranty and wants to retain that warranty /be able to get service without a hassle:



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TwoCables

I think I'd rather let 'The Baker' answer all this for himself. Either way, this thread has been over since Post #31.

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the baker at jury lane

although he does have a reasonable point, the size of the posts were absolutely long and used (for me) some difficult "terms".(lol he sounded like a lawyer)
whereas the one user said what he had said in 3 pages into only 3 lines.
but either way - im with TwoCables on this one

WeAreNotAlone

You mentioned in a previous post the OP having a simple question, that deserved a simple answer. Well if the truth be known that "simple answer" was provided by post #3, by stanrc, FORUM MODERATOR.

At the time of my post you "had" your answer and the thread was officially "over" as you "had" nuked your XP OS install and had WIN7 installed -so the size of my post, or content as it pertains to your stated concerns is irrelevant. The info presented was not for you.

A question had been asked about how installing a OS a new PC did not ship with would affect a units warranty.
The info was not for your benefit, but for someone who may be considering "nuking" a new machine's OS and that info was geared towards those who may have a warranty, are desiring to retain "hassle-free" support and service during the warranty period.)


On the technical info:

It was due to your comment that you did not understand the first post that supporting info was given in a attempt to paint a picture for those with a new machine that until a new machine has been run for 30-days you should run the machine in a DUAL-BOOT configuration, and have in place a plan to restore the machine to the factory OS install for the remainder of any warranty period.


PS: If you guys really want to get picky- the original question could have been answered by a link to a install thread.

How to Upgrade Windows XP to Windows 7
http://www.nirmaltv.com/2009/08/06/h...-to-windows-7/

How to Do a Clean Installation with Windows 7
(This link is good that it links to different scenarios.)

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials...ndows-7-a.html

* How to Use Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor
* How to Do a Upgrade Installation with Windows 7
* How to Setup Windows 7 to Boot from a VHD (Virtual Hard Disk)
* How to Create a Windows 7 VHD at Boot to Start with from Boot
* How to Do a Repair Install to Fix Windows 7
* How to Activate Windows 7 Online
* How to Extend the Windows 7 Activation Trial Period Up to 120 Days
* How to Change the Default Operating System to Start in Windows 7
* How to Change Time to Display Operating Systems at Boot in Windows 7
* How to Delete a Listed Operating System at Boot in Windows 7
* How to Create a Windows 7 Installation USB Key
* How to Create a New Partition or Volume in Windows 7
* How to Fix Missing Vista Hard Disk Partition Letter in Windows 7
* How to Do a Dual Boot Installation with Windows 7 and Vista
* How to Do a Dual Boot Installation with Windows 7 and XP
* How to Install Windows 7 FAST without a DVD or USB Device
* Install Windows 7 Without Using Any External Device
* How to Do a Custom Installation of Windows 7



Setting up a DUAL BOOT.


How to Do a Dual Boot Installation with Windows 7 and XP
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials...dows-7-xp.html

How to dual boot Windows XP and Windows 7 (XP installed first)
http://apcmag.com/how_to_dual_boot_w...lled_first.htm


Dual Boot Windows 7 with XP/Vista in three easy steps

http://www.techspot.com/guides/143-dual-boot-windows7/

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Cerberus

My brain HUUURTS...

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WeAreNotAlone

You think "your" brain hurts?

Let's trade seats...


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