Convertir windows xp home edition to professional

I want to make use of the files in the original home edition disk and dont want to download xp professional from somewhere and them make its OEM. Please help me,and provide a detailed tutorial. Dec 4, 79 2 0. I know, that you prefer not to download, but it is the only way. On the forum somewhere, you can download a retail untouched copy of Xp Pro SP3.

Sep 27, 1, 8 You need to login to view this posts content. Stop hovering to collapse Click to collapse Hover to expand Click to expand May 21, 9, 3, Aug 13, 5, Thanx for your response friends. To have test it in company, that works without any problems except the installation of a service pack. This is a XP pro for poor. You'll need to upgrade to Windows XP Professional. An upgrade to Windows XP Pro is a smooth transition and will not affect your current programs or files if you use the following procedure:.

Uninstall your antivirus program and SBS Disconnect all hardware peripheral devices, except the monitor, keyboard and mouse. Visit the Windows Update site to download all the critical updates. Reinstall SBS and your antivirus program, then defrag your hard drive. Second i want to be able to remotely administer the small business server from my laptop.

Am i correct in assuming that if i simply use the windows xp pro cd and select "upgrade" it will migrate my existing windows xp home edition to xp pro so that i don't have to reinstall all my programs again? Yes, following the upgrade procedure I posted earlier will retain your programs, files and settings.

However, as a precaution, I would recommend backing up your important personal files to a CD, DVD, or external hard drive. Sign in. United States English. Ask a question. Quick access. Search related threads. Remove From My Forums. Answered by:. Archived Forums.

Genuine Benefits. What's in it for you? Sign in to vote. Hello ppl. I'm not able to find such deal. I'm wondering if microsoft offers such deal in which I can return my Home CD and license as well to upgrade to a Windows XP professional. If there is possibilitym that would be of great help for me as I'm desperately looking for one!

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