xp mode

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XP Mode is a feature of Windows 7 that allows running legacy applications in a virtualized Windows XP environment using Windows Virtual PC. Discussions on WindowsForum.com cover installation issues, such as XP Mode not appearing in the Start Menu or after validation errors, and compatibility problems with 32-bit drivers on 64-bit systems. Users also explore mapping network drives from an XP server to an XP Mode client, running DOS-based applications within the virtual machine, and creating shortcuts that appear on the Windows 7 desktop. Concerns are raised about XP Mode being removed in Windows 10, with users seeking alternatives like Hyper-V or VMware Player for legacy application support.

  1. Windows 7 vs Vista: how polish, performance, and 64-bit maturity saved Windows

    Windows 7 arrived as a counterpunch: a carefully tuned, performance-minded release that salvaged the innovations of Windows Vista while shedding its worst excesses — a reboot of public perception that turned a tarnished chapter in Windows history into a rediscovered foothold for Microsoft’s...
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    • Forum: Windows News
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    Windows 8 32 driver in a 64 bit os

    Hi I'd like to have windows 8 loadup a 32 driver, can I do this? It seems running a 32 bit program in xp mode isn't working owing to the driver I want to load not working. Thanks again guys for your help. I tried to install it manually using the have disc option but it complains about the 32...
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    Windows 10 Concerns About Missing Features and Functionality in Windows 10 Compared to Previous Versions

    Well after Windows 7 it seems like MS has been paring down features on each new release. My understanding is that XP mode from Windows 7 will be removed in Windows 10. What about Hyper V does that still work Windows 10? I've got Windows 7 Ultimate and it had a feature that was dropped in Windows...
    • Joe S
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    • bootable bugs community feature removal hardware hyper-v microsoft missing features operating system change partition software testing ultimate virtual hd virtualization vmware windows 10 windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 46
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 windows validation unsupported

    hi im trying to dl virtual pc and xp mode but everytime i click continue i get a window that tells me tht i need to validate windows i run it and i get windows vaildation tool is unsuported or system clock is incorect clock is on please help
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    Windows 7 mapping a xp server drive to a virtual pc xpmode client

    my dos application is installed in the c: of a xp server. my client is a win7-64 running virtual pc xp mode. can i map the c: of the xp server to the win7-64 virtual pc xp mode client. i.e. i want the full c: of the server to be mapped as z: in the win7-64 virtual pc xp mode. (to map, should i...
    • auditorp
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    • dos file sharing legacy systems mapped drives network virtual machine windows 7 windows xp workgroup xp mode
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Networking
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    Windows 7 XP Mode and Virtual PC not showing in Start Menu or All Programs???

    Just built this Windows 7 64-Bit desktop machine with a 3 GHz Intel i5 CPU, an Intel DB75EN mobo, and 16 GB of RAM. I installed XP Mode and Virtual PC, but they do not appear in the Start Menu or under All Programs. They also do not appear under installed programs, or when I do a search for XP...
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    Windows 7 dos based application icon created in virtual pc xp-mode desktop not appearing in win7 desktop

    first of all, thanks for all those who have aided me in getting to my virtual pc xp mode now please, a couple of NEW queries: query 1 I have installed a 16 bit DOS based application in the C: of the virtual XP Mode (it is a DOS based application, so there is no installing procedure) An icon...
    • auditorp
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    • 16 bit client-server cmdline compatibility dos files hibernation icon issues mapped drives server access shortcuts tech support troubleshooting user query virtual machine virtualization windows 7 windows server xp mode
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 is the WindowsXPMode_en-us.exe file (around 400mb) pre-installed in win7-64 bit computers.

    is the WindowsXPMode_en-us.exe file (around 400mb) pre-installed in win7-64 bit computers. (for virtual xp mode in 64-bit systems)
    • auditorp
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    • 64-bit compatibility file size installation pre-installed software virtualization windows 7 windows xp xp mode
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 mapping in virtual xp mode

    my 16-bit clipper application software is installed on a dedicated win7-64 bit system-C drive. (CompA) the .exe file is TIMELOG.EXE (clipper 16 bit file). the folder name is TIME (since it is installed on a dedicated system, i do not need to run the software on CompA. CompA is networked to 8...
    • auditorp
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    • 16-bit application 64-bit application issues clipper cmdline compatibility config nt configuration directory legacy systems mapping network software installation troubleshooting virtual machine virtualization windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 xp mode (virtual pc) in my win7-ultimate-32 bit

    i am trying to create a XP mode in win7-ultimate-32 bit to run my legacy 16-bit programs. i have downloaded 4 files: file 1: WINDOWSXPMODE_EN-US.EXE (492,597,008) file 2: WINDOWS6.1-KB958559-X64-REFRESHPKG.MSU (17,091,624) file 3: WINDOWS6.1-KB958559-X64.MSU...
    • auditorp
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    • 32-bit compatibility error file download help installation legacy applications legacy systems microsoft program issues refresh package restart setup software support troubleshooting virtual machine virtualization windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 xp mode in win 7-64 bit

    i have a client base of 1500+ clients using my 'clipper' based program. virtually every client of mine is upgrading their system to win7-64 bit. my software runs on 32-bit system only. (it runs under win7-32 bit-but not under 64 bit) i came to know a XP mode can be installed in a win7-64 bit...
    • auditorp
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    • 32-bit 64-bit client base compatibility guide installation software virtualization windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 8 How to run a game in DX1 - WIC not working

    Welcome, As in the topic I wanted to know how I could play a game ( World in Conflict ) in DirectX 10? I can't get WIC to work because it crashes after going to black screen in xp sp3 compatibility mode. Normally it is worse: it doesn't even go fullscreen. In massgate forums they told...
    • Polandfirst2Fight
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    • compatibility crash directx drivers full screen games gaming global conflict graphics graphics card hardware performance resolution settings tech support troubleshooting user guide xp mode
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Windows Games
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    Windows 7 Sweex camera m6225 - Windows 7 drivers

    Hello everyone. I would like to ask you a question about a recent problem i have with my camera - Sweex m6225 model. The problem is following...I have that old camera and since i reinstaled my Windows 7 OS, i noticedi cant find any drivers or find any way to install the drivers in compatibility...
    • Whiteridermk
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    • camera compatibility drivers hardware installation reinstall sweex troubleshooting usb windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Enable Hardware Virtualization

    It seems I recall there was a setting for hardware virtualization in the BIOS but when I upgraded the BIOS that setting is no longer seen. This Asus P8P67LE is supposed to have it built in, according to a Windows article, but XP mode reports that it's no longer enabled. There is a hotfix...
    • borate
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    • asus bios hardware hotfix p8p67 settings upgrade virtualization windows xp mode
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Hardware

  15. Windows 7 Can I install VirtualBox VM onto a USB3 Flash Drive?

    Last month, I bought a 128GB Crucial M4 SSD for my MSI FX603-064US notebook. Performance is excellent, couldn't ask for more, especially given the bottleneck, the SSD is designed for SATA3, my MB is SATA2. But I have a concern. I've read forum posts & articles that states that it's not good to...
    • catilley1092
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    • bottleneck crucial data partition flash drive installation msi laptop office 2010 performance registry ssd storage usb usb 3.0 virtualbox virtualization vms windows xp xp mode
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Virtualization

  16. Windows 7 cannot attach USB Sony SX 46 in Windows 7 XP mode

    I have a Sony ICD SX 46 USB recorder that I would like to run within Windows 7/64 XP mode. I have installed Sony voice recorder 2.4 software and the SX driver within XP mode. All went well. However, when I tried to attach the USB port, the attached function correctly recognizes my Sony ICD SX...
    • docweathers
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    • driver issues recording software update sony recorder troubleshooting usb virtual machine windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Changing XP Mode VHD

    So I made an image with XP Mode that I want to use as a base image for multiple other users XP Mode on my network. I put all of the applications on the image and syspreped (Resealed it). So now I have a clean VHD with all my applications on it that is ready for first time use for each machine. I...
    • SIUC
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    • application hard drive network settings sysprep troubleshooting vhd virtual machine windows xp xp mode
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Software
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    Windows 7 Having issues with XP Mode application.

    I'm running Windows 7 Enterprise 64 Bit with XP Mode installed. Our users want to have access to Pinnacle V5.4.5 without having to log onto the XP VM. I have created the application shortcut onto the host Windows 7 machine, and it opens without having to open the XP VM. However, when opening...
    • SIUC
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    • application enterprise issues logon pinnacle shortcuts user rights virtual machine windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Software
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    Windows 7 "troubleshoot compatibility" feature is not working

    I have just taken delivery of a new laptop running Windows Home Premium 64 bit O/S. I have an old program that is absolutely essential (my accounts) and I have previously installed this using the "troubleshoot compatibility" option. When I right-click and select this option on the new machine...
    • merlincorp
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    • compatibility error home premium installation laptop legacy systems microsoft support programs software support tech help troubleshooting upgrade user experience virtual machine windows windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Font Issue on Windows 7 64 bit

    Hi Everyone, I am a newbie here. I have a laptop running on Windows 7 64 bit. I have installed a dictionary software which runs well on Windows 7 32 bit. The problem i have is that when i run the program i get a message "Fail to install font". After the message, the program opens and runs well...
    • nanthuu007
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    • 64-bit compatibility dictionary software error message font issues installation troubleshooting windows 7 xp mode
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: General Computing