Upgrading hardware and integrating XP

phr0stbyt3 · April 7th, 2008

Not really sure what to search for so I'll just start a new thread.

What software or process would you recommend for a smooth transition when upgrading motherboards? I always just start off with a fresh XP install, but starting over 10+ times every six months is getting really old.

Is there any software that exists to ensure a smooth transition when upgrading motherboards?

**Reloadron** · April 7th, 2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by phr0stbyt3

Not really sure what to search for so I'll just start a new thread.

What software or process would you recommend for a smooth transition when upgrading motherboards? I always just start off with a fresh XP install, but starting over 10+ times every six months is getting really old.

Is there any software that exists to ensure a smooth transition when upgrading motherboards?

I am not quite sure what you are asking?

You upgrade motherboards in excess or 20 times a year?

Ron

Tech Geek Deluxe · April 7th, 2008

Hmmm ... sounds like having a better backup solution might be the issue.

With new Mobos of different manufacture ... it is simply best to do a fresh install.

My favorite backup program after testing about a dozen of them ... is Paragon Drive manager Pro.

A nice incremental backup with a tiny footprint and very fast ... is "second copy."

I personally use an encrypted drive with truecrypt ... to keep all my "special files and folders and some sensitive programs" in.

Then I just simply copy that folder to whatever PC I need ... and once unencrypted ... wala ... everything is there. My web browser runs in it, so do all of my passwords and my trade platform for investing.

So ... to rebuild my PC after a virgin install ... takes about an hour or less.

Stormcrow · April 7th, 2008

If your constantly reinstalling XP, best thing to do is to grab Nlite and Nlite Add-On Maker. With Nlite, you create a custom XP install that can automatically include all updates and service packs, as well as automatically set up your usual settings on install right off the CD. With the Add-On Maker, you can slipstream programs you always grab like Firefox, antivirus, music players, and all that so they install along with the Windows installation. Makes life much more simpler.

Tech Geek Deluxe · April 7th, 2008

Good suggestion Storm ... that is a great way of creating ones own special install.

halutzparilla · April 7th, 2008

it would be a lot easier if one of you guys mock up a guide for this suggestion specially for people like us who have no idea what you guys suggesting...

phr0stbyt3 · April 8th, 2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stormcrow

If your constantly reinstalling XP, best thing to do is to grab Nlite and Nlite Add-On Maker. With Nlite, you create a custom XP install that can automatically include all updates and service packs, as well as automatically set up your usual settings on install right off the CD. With the Add-On Maker, you can slipstream programs you always grab like Firefox, antivirus, music players, and all that so they install along with the Windows installation. Makes life much more simpler.

This is pretty much exactly what I'm looking for. I wonder if there is any way to install games with the serial # already registered in it...

Also, can you integrate motherboard drivers into the XP installation?

April 7th, 2008	#1
phr0stbyt3 Porn + HL = :D Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 3	Upgrading hardware and integrating XP Not really sure what to search for so I'll just start a new thread. What software or process would you recommend for a smooth transition when upgrading motherboards? I always just start off with a fresh XP install, but starting over 10+ times every six months is getting really old. Is there any software that exists to ensure a smooth transition when upgrading motherboards?

April 7th, 2008	#3
Tech Geek Deluxe Eat from the right tree Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 795	Re: Upgrading hardware and integrating XP Hmmm ... sounds like having a better backup solution might be the issue. With new Mobos of different manufacture ... it is simply best to do a fresh install. My favorite backup program after testing about a dozen of them ... is Paragon Drive manager Pro. A nice incremental backup with a tiny footprint and very fast ... is "second copy." I personally use an encrypted drive with truecrypt ... to keep all my "special files and folders and some sensitive programs" in. Then I just simply copy that folder to whatever PC I need ... and once unencrypted ... wala ... everything is there. My web browser runs in it, so do all of my passwords and my trade platform for investing. So ... to rebuild my PC after a virgin install ... takes about an hour or less. Main: 3ghzQ6600, Gemini2, IP35 Pro, PC 610W PSU, 4GB 6400, XP Pro, 500GB raid 0, 22" + (2)19" WS LCD's w/ Palit 9600 GT and Dual Core Notebook. Cambridge # 12 Portable, Rode Podcaster Fios-15mbs Server: 3.6ghzE3110 Big Typhoon, Gigabyte P35-DS4, 550VX PSU, 8GB DDR2 8000, XP 64, 320GB raid 0, (2) 19" WS LCD, XFX 9600GT, HT 550Pro, BoomTube Portable VidServer: 3ghzQ6600, Nirvana, BloodIron, PC 610W PSU, 4GB 6400, XP Pro, ATI, Bose Sound. Draft-N LanBox: IceCube, 3.6ghzE8400, HDT, EVGA mATX, PSU, 2GB, XP, XFX, 500Gb Sata. Last edited by Tech Geek Deluxe; April 7th, 2008 at 15:40.

April 7th, 2008	#4
Stormcrow HL's Technomancer Join Date: May 2007 Location: Frozen North Posts: 1,168 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Upgrading hardware and integrating XP If your constantly reinstalling XP, best thing to do is to grab Nlite and Nlite Add-On Maker. With Nlite, you create a custom XP install that can automatically include all updates and service packs, as well as automatically set up your usual settings on install right off the CD. With the Add-On Maker, you can slipstream programs you always grab like Firefox, antivirus, music players, and all that so they install along with the Windows installation. Makes life much more simpler.

April 7th, 2008	#5
Tech Geek Deluxe Eat from the right tree Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 795	Re: Upgrading hardware and integrating XP Good suggestion Storm ... that is a great way of creating ones own special install. Main: 3ghzQ6600, Gemini2, IP35 Pro, PC 610W PSU, 4GB 6400, XP Pro, 500GB raid 0, 22" + (2)19" WS LCD's w/ Palit 9600 GT and Dual Core Notebook. Cambridge # 12 Portable, Rode Podcaster Fios-15mbs Server: 3.6ghzE3110 Big Typhoon, Gigabyte P35-DS4, 550VX PSU, 8GB DDR2 8000, XP 64, 320GB raid 0, (2) 19" WS LCD, XFX 9600GT, HT 550Pro, BoomTube Portable VidServer: 3ghzQ6600, Nirvana, BloodIron, PC 610W PSU, 4GB 6400, XP Pro, ATI, Bose Sound. Draft-N LanBox: IceCube, 3.6ghzE8400, HDT, EVGA mATX, PSU, 2GB, XP, XFX, 500Gb Sata.

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