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Download Windows XP Mode

Download Windows XP Mode with Virtual PC

Do I need Windows XP Mode?

Windows 7 has several built-in tools to help with program compatibility and Windows XP programs should be installed directly on Windows 7. Windows XP Mode runs many older Windows XP productivity programs and that are not natively compatible with Windows 7, thus helping realize cost savings and reduce possible operational downtime by extending the life of existing software. Visit the Windows 7 Compatibility Center to find software that works with Windows 7.

Don’t need XP Mode and want VPC only? Download Windows Virtual PC without Windows XP Mode.

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Windows Virtual PC

In order to download Virtual PC only, please follow the steps below. Supported guest operating systems include Windows XP Service Pack (SP3) Professional, Windows Vista Enterprise and Ultimate, and Windows 7 Enterprise and Ultimate.

Download Windows XP Mode with Windows Virtual PC.

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Download and install Windows XP Mode

Windows XP Mode requires downloading and installing the files below.

Step 1

We recommend to bookmark this URL and Email or Print instructions before you reboot your system to complete installation.

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Windows XP Mode

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Windows XP Mode is a 500 Mb file and may take several minutes to download.

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Windows XP Mode

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Enables Windows XP Mode for PCs without Hardware Assisted Virtualization Technology. For more information, visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.

Once you have installed Windows XP Mode, click the Windows 7 Start button Windows 7 Start button, then select All Programs > Windows Virtual PC > Windows XP Mode to begin setup. For information on how to set up Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode, check out "Running Windows XP Mode with Windows Virtual PC" on the Support and Videos page.

Have a question about Windows XP Mode? Get help from other Windows XP Mode users on Microsoft Answers.

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