To upgrade to Windows Vista

When you upgrade to Windows Vista, you keep your files, settings, and programs from your current version of Windows.

Important: Use the following procedure only when upgrading from a 32-bit version of Windows XP to a 32-bit version of Windows Vista.

Before you upgrade:

Notes If you are using a fingerprint reader or other biometric device to log on to your computer, make sure you write down your password before upgrading. You must log on by typing your user name and password the first time that you use Windows after upgrading.

1. Insert the Windows installation disc into your computer's DVD or CD drive. You must start Windows installation while running your existing version of Windows. 2. On the Install Windows page, click Install now. Install Windows page 3. On the Get important updates for installation page, we recommend getting the latest updates to help ensure a successful installation and to help protect your computer against security threats. You will need an Internet connection to get installation updates. 4. On the Type your product key for activation page, we strongly recommend that you type your 25-character product key to help avoid problems during activation. 5. On the Please read the license terms page, if you accept the license terms, click I accept the license terms. 6. On the Which type of installation do you want? page, click Upgrade to begin the upgrade. You might see a compatibility report.