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Executing a genuine Win XP in a virtual machine on Windows 10?

Executing a genuine Win XP in a virtual machine on Windows 10?

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Yesyesag_Plays
Member

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05-31-2016, 09:04 AM

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I've learned that Windows 10 Pro can support Virtual XP mode, but it's unclear if you can run Windows XP inside a VM while most tutorials suggest setting up an unactivated Win XP in Windows 10. With your XP disc and two product keys, you're aiming to play older 32-bit games that don't work on Windows 7 or higher. This seems like the only option, though online guides for creating virtual machines don't seem to cover it. Any OS specialists could provide guidance? Thanks, Dragoon20005

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Yesyesag_Plays

05-31-2016, 09:04 AM #1

I've learned that Windows 10 Pro can support Virtual XP mode, but it's unclear if you can run Windows XP inside a VM while most tutorials suggest setting up an unactivated Win XP in Windows 10. With your XP disc and two product keys, you're aiming to play older 32-bit games that don't work on Windows 7 or higher. This seems like the only option, though online guides for creating virtual machines don't seem to cover it. Any OS specialists could provide guidance? Thanks, Dragoon20005

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SantehHD
Junior Member

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05-31-2016, 09:38 AM

#2

I don't have access to your current system settings or installed software. Please check your device's settings or task manager to find out which VM software you're using.

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SantehHD

05-31-2016, 09:38 AM #2

I don't have access to your current system settings or installed software. Please check your device's settings or task manager to find out which VM software you're using.

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ADIR_4444
Senior Member

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05-31-2016, 06:44 PM

#3

No.

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ADIR_4444

05-31-2016, 06:44 PM #3

No.

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SophiaTF
Junior Member

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06-03-2016, 06:21 AM

#4

The Virtual XP mode isn’t built in. You’ll have to run a third-party virtual machine. Yes, you can install the XP Pro copy and set it up completely. It works a bit like using an aftermarket media player.

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SophiaTF

06-03-2016, 06:21 AM #4

The Virtual XP mode isn’t built in. You’ll have to run a third-party virtual machine. Yes, you can install the XP Pro copy and set it up completely. It works a bit like using an aftermarket media player.

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omrimic30
Member

92

06-07-2016, 01:17 AM

#5

Using a virtual machine allows for flexible testing environments.

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omrimic30

06-07-2016, 01:17 AM #5

Using a virtual machine allows for flexible testing environments.

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Hemmy
Junior Member

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06-08-2016, 06:18 PM

#6

Considering Hyper-V setup

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Hemmy

06-08-2016, 06:18 PM #6

Considering Hyper-V setup

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Frasse333
Member

56

06-08-2016, 07:50 PM

#7

Consider using Hyper-V or VMware Workstation for your setup.

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Frasse333

06-08-2016, 07:50 PM #7

Consider using Hyper-V or VMware Workstation for your setup.

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Este_Bunny
Junior Member

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06-09-2016, 12:24 AM

#8

It's super simple, just check if it's worth it. If not, consider a more advanced option.

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Este_Bunny

06-09-2016, 12:24 AM #8

It's super simple, just check if it's worth it. If not, consider a more advanced option.