Using XP IN windows 7(virtualization)

XP on 7


If you’re worried that some of your old but trusty software applications won’t run on Windows 7, Microsoft solves the issue with XP Mode
Note: XP Mode is a separate download that only works in Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise and Ultimate editions.
Can My Computer Run XP Mode?

If you have a new computer you might assume that it should be able to run XP Mode right? Not necessarily. Your system CPU will need to be able to support hardware virtualization. An Intel processor uses Intel Virtualization Technology and an AMD processor would be AMD-V with their Virtualization capability.









If it’s not available or locked off, you might be able to go into the system BIOS and activate it. Look carefully in the BIOS because the setting is not always clearly labeled. If you still don’t see it, you might be able to update to the manufacturers latest version and get it to work. Make sure you know what you’re doing when updating your system BIOS and follow all the manufacturer’s steps, otherwise you PC will get damaged.


If your system doesn’t support Hardware Virtualization, unfortunately you won’t be able to run XP Mode.

Install XP Mode for Windows 7
To get everything rolling you will need a couple of files (links below) and the first one to download and install is Windows XP Mode.

Secondly, download and install Windows Virtual PC. After installing this one a reboot will be required.

After you get back from the restart, go to the Start menu and click on Windows Virtual PC.

Posted in: computer, operating sysyem, windows 7