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    Install xp on crucial c300 64gb...

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by ivanox1972, Dec 13, 2011.

  1. ivanox1972

    ivanox1972 Notebook Consultant

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    I have now windows 7 on this ssd.
    Now I NEED to install xp (specific requirements), although I know it is much less convenient then win7.
    I have reed something about aligning partitions, but no clear answer what to do. As I reed windows 7 has made good partitions for ssd- can I use it to align partitions and then install xp or to do something eles?
    thanks a lot
     
    ivanox1972, Dec 13, 2011
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  2. jclausius

    jclausius Notebook Virtuoso

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    From what I can see, you take your SSD drive on another system, using a tool like diskpar or another like diskpart, you create partitions that are aligned within the SSD. Then you start the install of XP.

    Within XPs install, you use the existing partition, and XP will install from there.

    Some helpful links:

    Installing XP

    How to Align OCZ SSD in XP using USB - SATA and Vista recovery disk

    Guide Partition alignment importance under Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit)..why it helps with stuttering and increases drive working life..

    How to set up Windows on a VERTEX - OCZ Forum Wiki

    I have a question for you. Does XP need to be installed on this hardware or can it run in a virtual machine? What are your system resources (CPU / Memory / HDD space)?

    Win7 Pro and Win7 Ultimate both come with "XP Mode" capability which let you run Windows XP in a virtual machine on your Win 7 installation. Also, there is Virtual Box from Oracle and VWMare Player from VMWare which also can accomplish the same thing. This way you can keep Win7 installed, and run anything for Win XP inside the virtual machine.
     
    jclausius, Dec 13, 2011
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  3. 1994F7PT

    1994F7PT Notebook Evangelist

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    as above, xp mode is your friend
     
    1994F7PT, Dec 13, 2011
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  4. ivanox1972

    ivanox1972 Notebook Consultant

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    Ok, man you not suggest XP on any way. Thanks.
     
    ivanox1972, Dec 14, 2011
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    Syberia Notebook Deity

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    I would use XP mode within Windows 7 if at all possible, that way you still get TRIM and the benefits of a modern OS.
     
    Syberia, Dec 14, 2011
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    silentbam Notebook Enthusiast

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    do you have 7 pro or more? you can get xp mode fonctionality. If not i would require something like virtual pc
     
    silentbam, Dec 14, 2011
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  7. Tsunade_Hime

    Tsunade_Hime such bacon. wow

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    OP I'd say it best you take a look at what you do as the XP mode isn't 100%

    If you need XP, then use XP. Otherwise the XP mode in Windows 7 Professional or higher should suffice for most users.
     
    Tsunade_Hime, Dec 15, 2011
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    ivanox1972 Notebook Consultant

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    I prefer xp clear install, xp mode will not have performances I need.
    But, I have problem with align partitions and this trim function.
     
    ivanox1972, Dec 15, 2011
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  9. jclausius

    jclausius Notebook Virtuoso

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    ivanox - If you're going to use WinXP, as mentioned in my original post, you partition the SSD from another computer, and then set alignment using "diskpar" or "diskpart". Then you place that drive in your laptop and then install WinXP.

    The links I posted above explain what to do. You may need someone to help with a translation, but the information is there.


    Tsunade,
    Not sure what you mean by 100%. Unless you need something hardware or driver specific, things like VMWare, VirtualBox, and Virtual PC are running the real WinXP code. The exact same software is installed that would run if you installed it on physical hardware. The only difference is what the guest OS sees in terms of its "virtual" hardware - CPU, GPU, HDD, audio card, etc. But perhaps that is why ivan needs WinXP.
     
    jclausius, Dec 15, 2011
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