How to Upgrade a Dell OEM From 2K to XP Pro
Upgrading your Dell OEM (original equipment manufacturer) computer from Windows 2000 (2K) to Windows XP will not make your computer run any faster, but it will give you access to the additional Internet security and networking features of Windows XP. Accomplish this by performing an upgrade installation for your Dell OEM computer, a process that takes roughly 30 minutes to complete.
Instructions
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Insert the XP CD into the PC.
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Click "Install Windows XP" and select "Upgrade" from the drop-down menu.
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Click "Accept" to the license terms.
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Enter your XP product key.
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Press "Next" to begin the automated upgrade procedure.
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