Transferring data from XP to Windows 7: What product is recommended to transfer files including outlook express messages to a new computer?
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I wouldn't count on getting "expert" advice for this from a "Staples expert". You'll need to install an email client in Windows 7 since it does not come with one, unlike previous versions of Windows which came with Outlook Express or, in the case of Windows Vista, Windows Mail. For Windows 7, I suggest downloading and installing Windows Live Mail. Then, follow the procedure at http://www.pcdon.com/080113OutlookExpress-WindowsLiveMail.html to import your OE messages into Windows Live Mail.
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There are many format and NTFS file conversation programs available on the web. If you reformat and specify NTFS, you will lose any existing data. Conversion is safer but I'd backup it all anyhow. http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb456984.aspx
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I see no reason for it not to work with xp. Plug into an unused usb port, and use the software that Seagate provides. However, it really is time to ditch xp. It was a fine OS for many years, but without MS support it is pretty much obsolete.
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Heather, I can't speak for sure but I'd double check with Belkin before purchasing. It worked great from my XP desktop to my Win7 Netbook. In any event, you do need a special transfer usb cable, not just a plain usb cable. Hope this helps.
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Yes, I have used with XP and Win7. These things work great and are so cheap! We ordered a bunch just to have at the office. The driver calls it a "USB-SERIAL CH340" under WinXP. The driver file can be found online. The one I have had success with is actually called "CH341SER.xxx" but works great. Just search the web. Good Luck!
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Yes. I transferred all the user files from my old XP to my new win 7. Please note that it will not transfer the programs, just the user files. I assume that you have run the compatibility test to see what old programs will run under win 7. You may also have issue if you have set up win 7 to run 64 bit. If you have, you can sometimes have the program run as 32 bit. I would also download the latest version of Easy Transfer software from Microsoft. Good luck.
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The Easy Transfer Cable with model number F5U258 supports file transfer between Windows XP to Windows Vista. http://www.belkin.com/us/support-article?articleNum=5035If you want a transfer cable for Windows 7, check out the Belkin F5U279 or F5U258. Here's an article to help: http://www.belkin.com/us/support-article?articleNum=5220
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From Vista (32 bit) you should be able to upgrade and everything will transfer over. Your system should meet all the minimum requirements for Win 7 if it was running Vista, check this page http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/products/system-requirements to make sure. If you buy this and find it won't upgrade, you won't totally lose the value of buying Windows 7 as you can also do a 'clean' install that would require you to reinstall Office and others.However, you should backup your important files before you upgrade, just to be safe.
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I just got Win 7 yesterday and it is a 64 bit program; XP is 32 bit---- You cannot use the Outlook integration feature with Win 7, you have to use the CardScan standalone program on the disk. The install disk that comes with the product has two installs on it. I initially used the Outlook add-in install which I prefer and loved; I had to install the standalone version of their software that is unable to communicate/synchronize with Outlook. So now I use it to scan the business card, then I use SnagIt to copy and save as a png file that I can then insert into my Outlook database.
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I also have an older XP and newer Win7 that I needed to transfer to and from. I just used it last night. Some said it didn't work for them. I followed the instructions on the package and all went ok. I was concerned because part of the program it said Win7 and another part said Win8, but after plugging in the cable I went through some choices of which to transfer from and which files, etc. It also told me later which files/programs couldn't be transferred. I am happy with it so far.
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Can a Belkin transfer cable for transferring from Windows XP to Windows Vista be used to transfer from the Windows Vista computer to a Windows 7 laptop?
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I have windows 7 but it says it is designed for XP also. check www.saltybrine.com (folderclone standard)
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I think that it would. I bought it to transfer files from Vista computer to an XP computer. Search the item on Amazon and it should tell which operating systems it supports. Note - it will only transfer files (pictures, created documents, etc). It will not transfer programs . They will have to be reloaded on the other computer, in your case, Windows 7 computer.
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Yes and it includes the software to load on your XP PC to accomplish the transfer. The Win 7 PC will already have the software. Excellent tool for the price.
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When you open Windows Easy Transfer on your new PC you can choose 'External Hard Disk' at the first prompt (this is Microsoft speak for portable hard drive). Plug in your empty portable drive to a usb port when prompted and wait for the easy transfer program to be copied to this drive. Then you have to plug the drive into your old PC and transfer the files, and then plug it back in the new PC to complete the process. Note, the cable is not involved here.
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This is a question for Microsoft or Olympus. Just for an FYI, I had a bear of a time trying to the files downs to Win XP so I imagine Win 7 is going to be even more difficult. If you have the choice, opt for a recorder that does direct USB connection with no added software. This one requires very buggy software to connect via USB. Also, the file types this one uses are very difficult to convert to windows files. so........
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Rob~ That is exactly the situation I had. I wanted to transfer files from my 2010 XP computer to my 2013 Win7 computer. It worked flawlessly.