How to Install Windows XP 64-Bit on a Acer TravelMate 4000
The Windows XP 64-bit operating system was designed to work for processors with higher grade technology. The 64-bit processors are capable of processing larger amounts of data at faster speeds since they utilize more RAM than previous 32-bit and older systems. The 64-bit operating system features the same interface and functions as other versions of the operating system, but it delivers more performance as it takes advantage of the 64-bit processor's capabilities. The installation process for the Acer TravelMate 4000 is the same as for other versions of Windows.
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Instructions
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Insert the Windows XP64-bit software CD into the computer's disk drive and restart the computer. Press any key on the keyboard once the computer starts backup and displays "Press Any Key To Boot From CD." Pay close attention to the screen as the message appears only for a few seconds before Windows has a chance to load.
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Press the "Enter" key on the "Welcome To Setup" page. Use the arrow keys to scroll through the licensing terms and press the "F8" key to agree to the terms. Press "Enter" to begin copying the files to the recommended hard drive partition. Windows will then erase the hard disk and copy the setup files to the computer. Once the files are copied the Windows Setup will restart.
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Click the "Next" button to select the language settings and enter your information in the personalization screen. Click "Next" to move to the next page. Enter the 25-character product key found on the outside of the software CD case. Click "Next" and enter in the log-in information for the Administrator account for the operating system. Be sure to make a note of the administrator information as it is required to perform a number of tasks.
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Select the date and time, click "Next" and choose which type of settings you want to install. Enter in any work group information and click "Next." The setup will then configure the computer for the operating system and automatically restart.
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Follow the steps in the Windows XP Setup Wizard to set the Internet connections and updates and register the version of the operating system with Microsoft. Click "Finish" to complete the installation of Windows XP 64-bit on an Acer TravelMate 4000.
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