how can I know if I can instal and run win xp in my Pc?

[Angel Vazquez]

HI Can U help to find a way to know if I can instal and
run Windows Xp in my PC?

I have Win 98 and my Pc it's a kind of old.

[DennisLazo.com]

quoting from windowsxpcd/docs/pro.txt: (hope ms won't mind this LOL!)

***************************************
================================================== ====================
1.0 Before You Begin
================================================== ====================

When you set up Windows XP Professional, you have to provide
information about how you want to install the operating system. The
procedures in these release notes help you to provide the necessary
information. To ensure a successful installation, complete the
following tasks, which are described in the sections that follow,
before you install Windows XP:

* Make sure your hardware components meet the minimum requirements.

* Obtain compatible hardware and software, such as upgrade packs
and new drivers.

* Obtain network information.

* Back up your current files in case you need to
restore your current operating system.

* Determine whether you want to perform an upgrade or install a new
copy of Windows XP Professional.

* If you're installing a new copy, identify and plan for any
advanced setup options you might want.

1.1 Hardware Requirements
================================================== ====================

Before you install Windows XP Professional, make sure your computer
meets the following minimum hardware requirements:

* 233 megahertz (MHz) Pentium or higher microprocessor (or
equivalent)
* 128 megabytes (MB) recommended (64 MB of RAM minimum;
4 gigabytes (GB) of RAM maximum)
* 1.5 GB of free space on your hard disk
* VGA monitor
* Keyboard
* Mouse or compatible pointing device
* CD-ROM or DVD drive

For network installation:

* Compatible network adapter card and related cable

For more information, see the Hardware Compatibility List (HCL)
or see "Checking Hardware and Software Compatibility" later in
this document.

* Access to the network share that contains the Setup files
***************************************

regards,
dennis
http://dennislazo.com/nw


"Angel Vazquez" > wrote in message
...
| HI Can U help to find a way to know if I can instal and
| run Windows Xp in my PC?
|
| I have Win 98 and my Pc it's a kind of old.

[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

Angel;
Follow this link, especially #3 Upgrade Advisor, to be sure the
computer is ready for windows XP:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/home/howtobuy/upgrading/default.asp

--
Jupiter Jones [MVP]
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"Angel Vazquez" > wrote in message
...
> HI Can U help to find a way to know if I can instal and
> run Windows Xp in my PC?
>
> I have Win 98 and my Pc it's a kind of old.