Windows 7 DUAL BOOT XP 32 bit and 7 64 Bit DO-ABLE??

Step 1: Install Windows XP 32-bit on one Partition and Windows 7 64-bit on another Partition​

1. Prepare Partitions: Create two separate partitions on your hard drive.
2. Install XP 32-bit: Install Windows XP 32-bit on one partition.
3. Install Windows 7 64-bit: Install Windows 7 64-bit on the other partition.
   

   Step 2: Choosing the Operating System at Startup​

   To choose which operating system to boot into at startup, you can follow these methods:
   

   Method 1: Using the Boot Menu​

   Most modern systems will have a boot menu that you can access during startup by pressing a specific key (often F12, F10, or Esc). This key might vary depending on your motherboard manufacturer. From the boot menu, you can select which operating system to boot into.
   

   Method 2: Modify Bootloader​

   You can modify the Windows bootloader to show a menu at startup to select the operating system. Follow these steps:
4. Boot into Windows 7.
5. Press Win + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
6. Go to the "Boot" tab.
7. Select the desired default operating system and set the timeout for the boot menu.
8. Click "Apply" and then "OK".
   

   Answering Your Questions:​

9. Choosing at Startup: You can use the boot menu or modify the bootloader to choose between XP and 7 at startup.
10. Installing XP 32-bit and 7 64-bit: Yes, you can install Windows XP 32-bit on one partition and Windows 7 64-bit on another partition. This setup allows you to access both operating systems as needed.
    

    Automatic Startup Drive Selection:​

    The issue you mentioned about the PC starting with the last shutdown's operating system could be due to the boot order in the BIOS. You can change the boot order in the BIOS settings to prioritize the hard drive with the operating system you want to boot into first. This way, you can control which OS boots by default. If you encounter any specific difficulties during the installation or need further assistance, feel free to ask for help here. Your system specifications are great for running both Windows XP and Windows 7. If you have any more questions or need clarifications, feel free to ask!