Using Win7 Pro in XP Mode

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

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Chuck

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

Chuck,

I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

Chuck,

I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

Chuck,

I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

Chuck,

I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

Chuck,

I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

Chuck,

I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

Chuck,

I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

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I have been thinking about purchasing a new computer. All my current software is 32 bit stuff, and I would like to contiune to use most of it for a while ,but still provide for the future use of 64 bit software as it comes onto the market. I understand from Microsoft’s product statements that it is possible to download a plug-in from its web site for the Microsoft 7 Pro OS (I think they call it a virtual XP Mode.) that would give my new PC a 32 bit capablity in addition to the “standard” 64 bit capabilty. QUESTION: Has anyone tried downloading and using the XP mode? IF SO, What do you think of it, and what issues must I be concerned about?

Respectfully,

Chuck

Chuck,

I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

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Hi Chuck,
If you are not playing games in XP such as first person shooters, multiplayer online games, or anything else more demanding than Solitaire, then XP Mode should meet your needs. XP Mode was made available in the Pro and Ultimate editions to encourage businesses and enterprise users to move to Windows 7 and still have a convenient way to use their older legacy apps.

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Hi Chuck,
If you are not playing games in XP such as first person shooters, multiplayer online games, or anything else more demanding than Solitaire, then XP Mode should meet your needs. XP Mode was made available in the Pro and Ultimate editions to encourage businesses and enterprise users to move to Windows 7 and still have a convenient way to use their older legacy apps.

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Hi Chuck,
If you are not playing games in XP such as first person shooters, multiplayer online games, or anything else more demanding than Solitaire, then XP Mode should meet your needs. XP Mode was made available in the Pro and Ultimate editions to encourage businesses and enterprise users to move to Windows 7 and still have a convenient way to use their older legacy apps.

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Hi Chuck,
If you are not playing games in XP such as first person shooters, multiplayer online games, or anything else more demanding than Solitaire, then XP Mode should meet your needs. XP Mode was made available in the Pro and Ultimate editions to encourage businesses and enterprise users to move to Windows 7 and still have a convenient way to use their older legacy apps.

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Hi Chuck,
If you are not playing games in XP such as first person shooters, multiplayer online games, or anything else more demanding than Solitaire, then XP Mode should meet your needs. XP Mode was made available in the Pro and Ultimate editions to encourage businesses and enterprise users to move to Windows 7 and still have a convenient way to use their older legacy apps.

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Hi Chuck,
If you are not playing games in XP such as first person shooters, multiplayer online games, or anything else more demanding than Solitaire, then XP Mode should meet your needs. XP Mode was made available in the Pro and Ultimate editions to encourage businesses and enterprise users to move to Windows 7 and still have a convenient way to use their older legacy apps.

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Hi Chuck,
If you are not playing games in XP such as first person shooters, multiplayer online games, or anything else more demanding than Solitaire, then XP Mode should meet your needs. XP Mode was made available in the Pro and Ultimate editions to encourage businesses and enterprise users to move to Windows 7 and still have a convenient way to use their older legacy apps.

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Hi Chuck,
If you are not playing games in XP such as first person shooters, multiplayer online games, or anything else more demanding than Solitaire, then XP Mode should meet your needs. XP Mode was made available in the Pro and Ultimate editions to encourage businesses and enterprise users to move to Windows 7 and still have a convenient way to use their older legacy apps.

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I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

Might be a little confusion in the wording, most program apps are running in 32-bit mode and it is the 64-bit OS that is accomodating with a simple translation layer so that most halfway modern and even a lot of old programs run just fine in 7. So your 64-bit OS already has all the 32-bit support built in and XP mode is just there to support those few old programs that won’t run native in 7.

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I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

Might be a little confusion in the wording, most program apps are running in 32-bit mode and it is the 64-bit OS that is accomodating with a simple translation layer so that most halfway modern and even a lot of old programs run just fine in 7. So your 64-bit OS already has all the 32-bit support built in and XP mode is just there to support those few old programs that won’t run native in 7.

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I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

Might be a little confusion in the wording, most program apps are running in 32-bit mode and it is the 64-bit OS that is accomodating with a simple translation layer so that most halfway modern and even a lot of old programs run just fine in 7. So your 64-bit OS already has all the 32-bit support built in and XP mode is just there to support those few old programs that won’t run native in 7.

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I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

Might be a little confusion in the wording, most program apps are running in 32-bit mode and it is the 64-bit OS that is accomodating with a simple translation layer so that most halfway modern and even a lot of old programs run just fine in 7. So your 64-bit OS already has all the 32-bit support built in and XP mode is just there to support those few old programs that won’t run native in 7.

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I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

Might be a little confusion in the wording, most program apps are running in 32-bit mode and it is the 64-bit OS that is accomodating with a simple translation layer so that most halfway modern and even a lot of old programs run just fine in 7. So your 64-bit OS already has all the 32-bit support built in and XP mode is just there to support those few old programs that won’t run native in 7.

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I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

Might be a little confusion in the wording, most program apps are running in 32-bit mode and it is the 64-bit OS that is accomodating with a simple translation layer so that most halfway modern and even a lot of old programs run just fine in 7. So your 64-bit OS already has all the 32-bit support built in and XP mode is just there to support those few old programs that won’t run native in 7.

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I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

Might be a little confusion in the wording, most program apps are running in 32-bit mode and it is the 64-bit OS that is accomodating with a simple translation layer so that most halfway modern and even a lot of old programs run just fine in 7. So your 64-bit OS already has all the 32-bit support built in and XP mode is just there to support those few old programs that won’t run native in 7.

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I’m doing exactly that. Most everything works in 64 bit mode. For those few “old” programs that I refuse to give up I use in XP mode. Not the most convenient solution but the virtual mode stays up until you shut it down and you keep using Win 7 in 64 bit mode.

Might be a little confusion in the wording, most program apps are running in 32-bit mode and it is the 64-bit OS that is accomodating with a simple translation layer so that most halfway modern and even a lot of old programs run just fine in 7. So your 64-bit OS already has all the 32-bit support built in and XP mode is just there to support those few old programs that won’t run native in 7.

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Beware – not all Intel CPUs will support the XP mode. You’d be surprised at some of the heavyweights that won’t, and some of the lightweights that will. Check out this article:

http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=946&page=3

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Beware – not all Intel CPUs will support the XP mode. You’d be surprised at some of the heavyweights that won’t, and some of the lightweights that will. Check out this article:

http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=946&page=3

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Beware – not all Intel CPUs will support the XP mode. You’d be surprised at some of the heavyweights that won’t, and some of the lightweights that will. Check out this article:

http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=946&page=3

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Beware – not all Intel CPUs will support the XP mode. You’d be surprised at some of the heavyweights that won’t, and some of the lightweights that will. Check out this article:

http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=946&page=3

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Beware – not all Intel CPUs will support the XP mode. You’d be surprised at some of the heavyweights that won’t, and some of the lightweights that will. Check out this article:

http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=946&page=3

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Beware – not all Intel CPUs will support the XP mode. You’d be surprised at some of the heavyweights that won’t, and some of the lightweights that will. Check out this article:

http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=946&page=3

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Beware – not all Intel CPUs will support the XP mode. You’d be surprised at some of the heavyweights that won’t, and some of the lightweights that will. Check out this article:

http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=946&page=3

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Beware – not all Intel CPUs will support the XP mode. You’d be surprised at some of the heavyweights that won’t, and some of the lightweights that will. Check out this article:

http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=946&page=3

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the only thing i would say about xp mode is that if you are using any video editing programs on it you will have to allocate more ram for it to run at a reasonable rate, otherwise it works ok for me

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one more thing xp mode is 32 bit version service pack 3

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Keep in mind – Windows 7 Home Premium DOES NOT support the “virtual XP” mode. Only the Pro and above versions do. It can be set to run programs in COMPATIBILITY mode, but not as the full Windows XP running on top of Windows 7, regardless of whether or not your hardware would support it. And most computers sold “off-the-shelf” are Home Premium.

THen again, you might be surprised to see just how much 32 bit stuff Win7 runs right out of the box, with a little Compatibility tweaking. I certainly was!

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Thank You All for your advice and insights. : – ) I bought my new PC equipped with MSOS7 Ultimate. So we shall see how it goes when I receive it and get it up and running.

Regards,

Chuck

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