Sunday, May 13, 2007

Transferring Data from XP system to Vista





So guys confused or worried that how will you transfer all your data from your old computer to the new one having Windows Vista installed on it. Microsoft has yet again provided a very good, powerful and very easy to use software to complete this.It is the Windows Easy Transfer utility from Microsoft.

Windows Easy Transfer
Windows Easy Transfer helps you to easily move the files and settings stored on your PC running Windows 2000, Windows XP, or even Windows Vista to a new PC running Windows Vista. Windows Easy Transfer will automatically transfer things like:

User Accounts

Files and folders

E-mail messages, settings, and contacts

Photos, music, and videos

Windows settings

Program data files and settings

Internet settings

There are several ways that you can use Windows Easy Transfer; choose the way you prefer to connect your two PCs, choose the data you want to transfer, and then let Windows Easy Transfer do the work for you.

1. Easy Transfer Cable

An Easy Transfer Cable is a special USB cable that is designed to work with Windows Easy Transfer by creating a direct link between your old PC and your new PC. Using one of these cables is the easiest and fastest method for transfer and is recommended if you don't have access to a network. Easy Transfer cables will transfer data from PCs running Windows XP or Windows Vista to a PC running Windows Vista.

Here's how it's done…it's as easy as 1-2-3
Install the small software application that was included with your cable (or download here) on your current PC.

Plug the cable into both computers.

Windows Easy Transfer will launch and guide you through the transfer process. Your information and files will transfer at approximately 20GB per hour.

You can purchase an Easy Transfer Cable from many computer manufacturers or retailers. To ensure the cable is designed for Windows Easy Transfer, be sure to look for a "Certified for Windows Vista" or "Works with Windows Vista" logo on the packaging.


Best way to purchase is it from Microost. Click on link below to purchase the Easy Transfer Cable from Windows Marketplace

http://www.windowsmarketplace.com/details.aspx?view=info&itemid=3045746

2.Using a home or small business network

If you already have a wired or wireless network, this is a great way to transfer all of your data. You can use your network to transfer your data in real time across your network or by using a shared folder on the network.

3.Using an external hard drive

If you own an external hard drive, Windows Easy Transfer can copy your data to that drive and then copy data from the drive to your new computer.

4.Using CD or DVD

Windows Easy Transfer can use your PC's CD or DVD burner to transfer your data. This solution is not ideal but may work well if you're moving only a small amount of data that can fit onto one disc. If you have a larger amount of data that won't fit onto one disk, it's possible to use this method of transfer by using multiple discs.




Download the Windows Easy Transfer Companion (Beta)

Windows Easy Transfer Companion transfers your programs from your Windows XP-based PC to your new Windows Vista based-PC. Easy Transfer Companion is designed to be used in addition to Windows Easy Transfer, and can transfer the programs with either an Easy Transfer Cable or a network. Easy Transfer Companion is currently available in Beta version for the U.S. English market.

Download the sofware by going to web page below

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=39F724EB-4E37-4BE0-ADFC-786786E73E50&displaylang=en&clcid=0x409

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