Windows Vista How to Uninstall Vista and Return to Windows XP on a Dual-Boot System

[streetlightman]

I haven't installed Vista yet and if i do..i want to know if there is a way to uninstall it and go back to using XP which will be on the c drive because I am installing vista on my d drive which is part of the hard drive

 

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If you install Windows Vista on a separate drive (D drive) while keeping your existing Windows XP installation on the C drive, you can easily revert back to using Windows XP by following these steps:

Uninstalling Windows Vista and Reverting to Windows XP:​

1. Boot into Windows XP: Restart your computer and make sure to boot into your Windows XP installation on the C drive.
2. Format the Vista Drive (D drive):
   • Go to "My Computer" and right-click on the D drive (the drive where Vista is installed).
   • Select "Format" from the dropdown menu.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to format the D drive.
   []Restore Windows XP Bootloader:
   • Sometimes installing Windows Vista may replace the bootloader with the Vista bootloader.
   • To restore the Windows XP bootloader, you can boot from your Windows XP installation disc and choose the "Repair" option.
   []Fixing the Bootloader (if necessary):
   • If Windows XP does not boot after removing Vista, you may need to repair the Windows XP bootloader using the Recovery Console or a third-party tool like EasyBCD.
   []Check for System Restore Points:
   • If you have system restore points on your Windows XP installation, you can use them to revert back to a state before installing Vista.
   []Backup Important Data:
   • Before formatting the D drive, ensure you have backed up any important files or data you may have on that drive.
3. Verify Compatibility:
   • Make sure your hardware and software are compatible with Windows XP before reverting back. By following these steps, you should be able to uninstall Windows Vista installed on the D drive and return to using Windows XP on your C drive. Remember to back up any important data before proceeding with the uninstallation process.