IBM 31P8128 manual Migrating data to a computer running Windows XP

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Migrating data to a computer running Windows XP

At this point your new and old computer should have an Ethernet adapter installed and they should be connected with the crossover cable included in the kit. Follow the instructions in this section to perform the data migration to Windows XP.

To migrate to Windows XP, you will use the File and Settings Transfer Wizard built into the Windows XP operating system. Refer to the list below for a list of the settings that are transferred.

vInternet Explorer settings

vOutlook Express settings and store

vOutlook settings and store

vDial-up connections

vPhone and modem options

vAccessibility

vScreen saver selection

vFonts

vFolder options

vTaskbar settings

vMouse and keyboard settings

vSounds settings Regional options

vOffice settings

vNetwork drives and printers

vDesktop folder

vMy Documents folder

vMy Pictures folder

vFavorites folder

vCookies folder

Note: To perform the data migration to Windows XP you will need one of the following:

vA diskette drive in or that can be connected to your new and previous computer and a blank formatted diskette

vA CD-ROM drive in your previous computer and the Windows XP operating system CD

Before beginning the data migration follow these logon steps:

vLogon to your new computer with a name that is part of the Administrators group.

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IBM 31P8128 manual Migrating data to a computer running Windows XP