Simon Phoenix
April 21st, 2005, 07:48 PM
Here is what the windows xp advisor told me:
Setup found hardware or software on your computer that might not or will not work with Windows XP. You should read and understand this upgrade report before continuing.
For more information, click a topic:
Warnings
Helpful Information
Setup has detected that some hardware or programs on your computer might not function correctly after the upgrade is completed. This lack of functionality can have an effect on things you might want to do, such as connecting to the Internet, accessing e-mail, printing, scanning, and playing sounds or music. It is important that you read and understand this upgrade report before continuing. To resolve some of these issues, you can get more information at Microsoft Windows XP Professional on the Web.
Setup will automatically back up your existing version of Windows. You can restore your computer safely even if these upgrade problems remain. To uninstall Windows XP, go to Add/Remove Programs in Control Panel.
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Warnings (return to top)
The following issues might require you to obtain files from Microsoft Windows Update Web site or a manufacturer's Web site. You can still continue to upgrade to Windows XP without resolving these issues, but some hardware or software might not work. Follow the recommendations in each section.
Hardware Compatibility Issues
Setup has found hardware on your computer that is incompatible with (that is, it does not work with) Windows XP.
Hardware That Might Need Additional Files
The following hardware might need additional files in order to work with Windows XP. Contact your hardware vendors to obtain Windows XP compatible updates. In many cases, if a Windows XP version is not yet available, a Windows 2000 compatible update should work. It is recommended that you obtain these drivers in advance.
You can also view the Microsoft Windows XP Hardware Compatibility List on the Web.
Please note that some of the following entries might be software that is registered as hardware.
Imaging Device
Veo PC Camera (not currently present)
Network adapters
WAN Miniport (ATW)
Westell WireSpeed Dual Connect Modem
Printer
hp deskjet 3820 series (not currently present)
Universal Serial Bus controllers
Cruzer Mini/Micro USB Flash Drive (not currently present)
Software Compatibility Issues
Software That Does Not Support Windows XP
Setup has found programs on your computer that are incompatible with (that is, they do not work with) Windows XP. Contact your software vendors to obtain updates or Windows XP-compatible versions. If you don't update these programs before you upgrade, the programs will not work after the upgrade is completed.
Java Plug-in 1.3.1_02 (in Control Panel)
Java (in Control Panel)
Before you upgrade to Windows XP, you should remove any incompatible programs if you can. After the upgrade, uninstall for these programs might not work. Add/Remove Programs in Control Panel can help you uninstall most programs. Click Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel, and then click Add/Remove Programs.
Microsoft Exchange Inbox
Your Microsoft Exchange Inbox will not work after Setup is complete. Consider using Microsoft Outlook Express instead.
Software That Must Be Reinstalled
The following programs need to be reinstalled after the upgrade, because they use different files and settings in Windows XP.
Easy CD Creator 4
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Helpful Information (return to top)
The following issues are listed for your information only. You can continue the upgrade to Windows XP.
Software Compatibility Issues
Incompatible Hardware Accessories
The following programs support your computer hardware; however, they are incompatible with Windows XP. To see whether updated versions of these programs are available, visit your hardware manufacturer's Web site.
IntelliPoint (on the Start menu)
Software That Might Not Support Windows XP
Setup cannot determine if the following programs are compatible with Windows XP. Setup will disable them during the upgrade to eliminate the risk of problems. Contact the software vendor to obtain an upgrade pack.
4. BellSouth Help Center (a startup program)
FastAccess DSL Help Center (a startup program)
Realtime Monitor (a startup program)
Zone Labs Security (a startup program)
Notes About Your Other Software
This section describes issues that might affect other software you use. Be sure to read this section before you begin the upgrade to Windows XP.
Help Files
Some or all of the online Help contained in the following files will not work with Windows XP:
IRIS 2.2 Help
IRIS Regional Help File
Microsoft Outlook 2000
After Windows XP Setup is complete, you have to reinstall Microsoft Outlook 2000. To do this, start Outlook. If Outlook 2000 is part of your Startup folder, reinstallation will automatically begin the first time you log on to Windows XP. Reinstallation takes a while, and the progress bar restarts several times.
General Information
This section provides important information that you need to be aware of before you upgrade.
Backup Files Found
Setup found files on your computer that appear to be a backup of part of Windows Millennium Edition. During the upgrade to Windows XP, Setup removes Windows Millennium Edition from your computer, including any backups you might have on your hard disk. Some files in the following folders will be removed:
c:\BACKUP
c:\WINDOWS\Profiles\icilma\Application Data\Microsoft\INTRO
Protect your backup files by copying them to floppy disks, a network server, a compressed archive file, or other backup mechanism.
Name Changes
The following names will change during the upgrade to Windows XP:
. will become Windows User
Recycle Bin
Setup found 3 files in your Recycle Bin. If you continue upgrading to Windows XP, these files will be deleted.
Other Upgrade Information
Microsoft DirectX 9.0
To maintain compatibility with your DirectX 9.0 applications, you will need to download the DirectX 9.0 update for Windows XP, Windows XP SP1 and Windows Server 2003 from http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com.
So with that said, how should I go about doing this? What steps should I take to ensure a safe install? I want to install xp pro over ME, I need some programs on ME and I don't have a extra hard drive lying around.
Thanks
Simon
Setup found hardware or software on your computer that might not or will not work with Windows XP. You should read and understand this upgrade report before continuing.
For more information, click a topic:
Warnings
Helpful Information
Setup has detected that some hardware or programs on your computer might not function correctly after the upgrade is completed. This lack of functionality can have an effect on things you might want to do, such as connecting to the Internet, accessing e-mail, printing, scanning, and playing sounds or music. It is important that you read and understand this upgrade report before continuing. To resolve some of these issues, you can get more information at Microsoft Windows XP Professional on the Web.
Setup will automatically back up your existing version of Windows. You can restore your computer safely even if these upgrade problems remain. To uninstall Windows XP, go to Add/Remove Programs in Control Panel.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Warnings (return to top)
The following issues might require you to obtain files from Microsoft Windows Update Web site or a manufacturer's Web site. You can still continue to upgrade to Windows XP without resolving these issues, but some hardware or software might not work. Follow the recommendations in each section.
Hardware Compatibility Issues
Setup has found hardware on your computer that is incompatible with (that is, it does not work with) Windows XP.
Hardware That Might Need Additional Files
The following hardware might need additional files in order to work with Windows XP. Contact your hardware vendors to obtain Windows XP compatible updates. In many cases, if a Windows XP version is not yet available, a Windows 2000 compatible update should work. It is recommended that you obtain these drivers in advance.
You can also view the Microsoft Windows XP Hardware Compatibility List on the Web.
Please note that some of the following entries might be software that is registered as hardware.
Imaging Device
Veo PC Camera (not currently present)
Network adapters
WAN Miniport (ATW)
Westell WireSpeed Dual Connect Modem
Printer
hp deskjet 3820 series (not currently present)
Universal Serial Bus controllers
Cruzer Mini/Micro USB Flash Drive (not currently present)
Software Compatibility Issues
Software That Does Not Support Windows XP
Setup has found programs on your computer that are incompatible with (that is, they do not work with) Windows XP. Contact your software vendors to obtain updates or Windows XP-compatible versions. If you don't update these programs before you upgrade, the programs will not work after the upgrade is completed.
Java Plug-in 1.3.1_02 (in Control Panel)
Java (in Control Panel)
Before you upgrade to Windows XP, you should remove any incompatible programs if you can. After the upgrade, uninstall for these programs might not work. Add/Remove Programs in Control Panel can help you uninstall most programs. Click Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel, and then click Add/Remove Programs.
Microsoft Exchange Inbox
Your Microsoft Exchange Inbox will not work after Setup is complete. Consider using Microsoft Outlook Express instead.
Software That Must Be Reinstalled
The following programs need to be reinstalled after the upgrade, because they use different files and settings in Windows XP.
Easy CD Creator 4
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Helpful Information (return to top)
The following issues are listed for your information only. You can continue the upgrade to Windows XP.
Software Compatibility Issues
Incompatible Hardware Accessories
The following programs support your computer hardware; however, they are incompatible with Windows XP. To see whether updated versions of these programs are available, visit your hardware manufacturer's Web site.
IntelliPoint (on the Start menu)
Software That Might Not Support Windows XP
Setup cannot determine if the following programs are compatible with Windows XP. Setup will disable them during the upgrade to eliminate the risk of problems. Contact the software vendor to obtain an upgrade pack.
4. BellSouth Help Center (a startup program)
FastAccess DSL Help Center (a startup program)
Realtime Monitor (a startup program)
Zone Labs Security (a startup program)
Notes About Your Other Software
This section describes issues that might affect other software you use. Be sure to read this section before you begin the upgrade to Windows XP.
Help Files
Some or all of the online Help contained in the following files will not work with Windows XP:
IRIS 2.2 Help
IRIS Regional Help File
Microsoft Outlook 2000
After Windows XP Setup is complete, you have to reinstall Microsoft Outlook 2000. To do this, start Outlook. If Outlook 2000 is part of your Startup folder, reinstallation will automatically begin the first time you log on to Windows XP. Reinstallation takes a while, and the progress bar restarts several times.
General Information
This section provides important information that you need to be aware of before you upgrade.
Backup Files Found
Setup found files on your computer that appear to be a backup of part of Windows Millennium Edition. During the upgrade to Windows XP, Setup removes Windows Millennium Edition from your computer, including any backups you might have on your hard disk. Some files in the following folders will be removed:
c:\BACKUP
c:\WINDOWS\Profiles\icilma\Application Data\Microsoft\INTRO
Protect your backup files by copying them to floppy disks, a network server, a compressed archive file, or other backup mechanism.
Name Changes
The following names will change during the upgrade to Windows XP:
. will become Windows User
Recycle Bin
Setup found 3 files in your Recycle Bin. If you continue upgrading to Windows XP, these files will be deleted.
Other Upgrade Information
Microsoft DirectX 9.0
To maintain compatibility with your DirectX 9.0 applications, you will need to download the DirectX 9.0 update for Windows XP, Windows XP SP1 and Windows Server 2003 from http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com.
So with that said, how should I go about doing this? What steps should I take to ensure a safe install? I want to install xp pro over ME, I need some programs on ME and I don't have a extra hard drive lying around.
Thanks
Simon