No matter how the rest turns out, this I get to build. I've decided that I also want to keep the XP install as well, if for no other purpose as a test unit and have a dual boot system. When I opened up the unit, I found that the cabinet has no place to mount a 2nd hard drive. There's just no room. In order to dual boot 98 and XP, both OS will need to be on one hard drive. A while ago, I saw just such a setup on a laptop with XP and Vista both installed on one partition. I wish I had examined that setup more closely.
It seems that it should be possible to do the same with 98 and XP. I've already converted the hard drive to FAT32, and partitioned it into 2, but I have one more big problem.
I don't have the disks to reinstall XP. I'm stuck working with the existing install or backups of it. I have an idea but I don't know if it will work. Then I'd install 98 with the Windows folder renamed to Win On 98, TweakUI has the ability to change the locations of "special folders", including the program files and common files directories.
I'd copy the contents of "program files" to "software", change the setting with TweakUI, then install everything to the software folder. Has anyone tried this? Does it have a chance of working? I realize that I'll probably need a bootloader. Does anyone have another idea that will work on a single hard drive with an existing install of XP? All ideas and comments except for "skip the 98 system" welcome.
I'd recommend keeping XP on the first partition and put Win98 on the second. Under the circumstances, though, it might need to be installed in the MBR as opposed to a "first" partition. Also include "jaclaz" as Member Name since he's somewhat of an expert. Somewhat complicated and risky, so be sure of what you're doing. You might want to grab a good Live Linux or create a Live XP bootable CD provided you have a good set of XP I on existing also useable to create a "raw" bootable install cd just in case How to easily create The very first thing I did was to make a full backup of the original NT system, so no matter what happens, I can start over.
I'm presently using the D: a storage drive for backups, software and drivers. If possible, I'd like to keep the "D" drive as a data storage and put both systems on "C". Can Grub4DOS accommodate such a setup? ME is an upgrade of XP is an upgrade of ME. That is not possible. Yes, it is possible to upgrade from Windows 98 to Windows XP.
IF your hardware is good enough. Windows 95 to Windows 98, and then to Windows XP. Windows ME was written to replace Windows It crashed frequently.
People replaced it with Windows Microsoft quickly replaced it with Windows XP, which works much better. There is no way to downgrade from Windows XP to Windows 98 without formatting.
Yes You can install both windows 98 and winxp in different partitions. Windows XP. Windows 98 never had a secure design to begin with, and it has received no security updates since Windows XP is still receiving security updates, and will continue to do so until In windows 98 there is no security but u can secure your 98 window by installing third party software and windows xp secured if u choose ntfs partitiion.
Windows XP is a newer operating system, has higher system requirements, and has a different architecture. Log in. Windows Study now.
See answer 1. Best Answer. Enter 1. There is usually only one installation. For Home, the default password is blank, so just hit Enter. For Pro, enter the same password you did during setup for the Administrator account this is not the same as the password for an Admin level account. It must be the Administrator account password. You'll be prompted to confirm. Do so. Reconfigure your computer to boot from the hard drive if necessary.
You will now get the XP Boot loader with your choice of operating systems. If you're asking for technical help, please be sure to include all your system info, including operating system, model number, and any other specifics related to the problem. Also please exercise your best judgment when posting in the forums--revealing personal information such as your e-mail address, telephone number, and address is not recommended. Please note: Do not post advertisements, offensive material, profanity, or personal attacks.
Please remember to be considerate of other members. Hold "Shift" and click Restart. Click Troubleshoot. Disable Secure Boot. The BIOS menu is different from one computer make and model to the next. Use the arrow keys on your keyboard to navigate the BIOS menu.
Secure Boot is usually found in the Security, Boot, or Authentication menu. Locate Secure Boot and set it to "Disabled". Set the Boot order to boot from a USB drive first. This is usually found in the Boot menu.
Locate the boot order menu and set it so it boots from a USB drive first. Save your settings. After making the necessary changes to your BIOS system, locate the option to save your settings. Select the option to save and exit the BIOS to save and reboot your computer. Part 4. Insert the install disk. Restart your computer. If your computer is powered on, go ahead and restart it. Otherwise, press the power button on your computer so that it boots from the install disk.
Wait for the setup program to load. If your computer properly boots from the Install disk, you should see the setup program for the operating system. The setup program for each operating system is a little different. Generally, you will start by selecting your language and keyboard layout. Enter the CD Key or serial number if needed. Some operating systems, such as Ubuntu are free to install.
Other operating systems, such as Windows, require you to purchase a CD key or serial number. If asked to enter a serial number or CD key, enter the numbers in the space provided. Select the "Custom" or "Other" installation option. When selecting the installation type, select "Custom", "Other", "Something Else" or similar. Selecting a standard installation may overwrite your current operating system. Format the drive you want to install the operating system on. When installing a new operating system, you will be asked to select which drive you want to install it on and format the drive.
Select the unallocated space you partitioned earlier. If you are installing Linux you will need to format the drive as Ext4 If you are installing Ubuntu, you will also need to format a section of the unallocated space as a swap area. This area should be equivalent to the amount of RAM you have installed on your computer.
Reboot to switch between operating systems. Once you install two or more operating systems on your computer, you will see a menu asking which operating system you want to load when you boot up your PC.
Restart your computer to switch between operating systems. Luigi Oppido. Make sure you have 10 total partitions. Windows 10 needs 5 partitions to run a single operating system—therefore, you'll need 10 partitions to run 2 operating systems on your hard drive.
Not Helpful 3 Helpful 0. Make sure you're mapping out your partitions correctly. In some cases, people will set up partitions and install their first operating system, but then realize that there's not enough space for a second one. Not Helpful 1 Helpful 0. You may need two operating systems for reasons of compatibility, features, recovering your computer in case of errors and file corruptions, and running programs for different systems.
Having two operating systems can also help if one of the operating systems fail -- you can boot into the functioning operating system s and try to diagnose the problem.
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