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Please don't answer, I must have made a mistake somehow, for this post.

I currently dual boot 3 OS systems, and build computers, so not sure why it says

I asked this question.

But I guess if someone see's this and wants to know, I'll answer it.

Just place your operating system disk in the drive and install as normal.

When you get to where you see the hard drive listed, you need to partition the drive and create another partition on the drive, then you will see the extra storage as another drive,

C, D, just make sure there is enough space for the operating system.

Its way to hard to type ever single step and for someone that has not done it

to follow, so below is a website that can walk you through it with pictures, as this will make it easy for someone who has not done it before.

XP

http://www.petri.co.il/install_windows_xp_pro.htm

Vista

http://www.petri.co.il/install_windows_vista.htm

When you see the size of the hard drive, on the right side, just make the number

half the size, and this will give you the partition, so you will see 2 drives.

This will tell you how to partition a hard drive while using windows.Vista.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Create-and-format-a-hard-disk-partition

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How many operating systems can you install on one computer?

There's no hard limit on the number of operating systems you can install. The limit will be dictated by the number of operating systems that support your hardware and the amount of space on your hard drive(s).


How can you get two Operating Systems on one hard drive?

The hard drive has to be partitioned into at least two drives. Each can be loaded with a separate bootable operating system.


Does it matter what operating system you install first when dual-booting?

If one or of the operating systems does not cooperate well with dual-booting (such as Windows with a Linux distribution), then you should install the troublesome operating system first. If both are well-behaved (such as two Linux distributions) then it does not generally matter.


2 operating systems on 1 hard drive?

Requires that a special program be loaded into your boot sector. Try System Partitioner. Most operating systems allow you to partition your hard drive; you do not need additional software to partition your hard drive. TIP: Make the sizes markedly different so that it is easier to recognize which drive is which. Once you have partitioned your hard drive you effectively have two hard drives (or more if you want to). You can load one operating system on one drive and the second on the other.


Is there a way to install ubuntu to Windows ME without a USB drive or burning a disk?

The only way you can install an operating system without a BootableUSB drive or disc like Ubuntu, is to install and run a virtual machine program. VMware has a good free one just for this. It will run on top of your primary operating system. To elaborate, its like havinganother computer run inside your computer.

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How many operating systems can you install on one computer?

There's no hard limit on the number of operating systems you can install. The limit will be dictated by the number of operating systems that support your hardware and the amount of space on your hard drive(s).


A physical hard drive that has 2 or more drive letters?

It probably has a partition, which is a way of separating a physical drive into 2 or more logical drives. This is useful is you want to install 2 operating systems, or if you want your operating system on one drive and your data on the other.


Can you install a operating systm on one hard drive then programs on a sperate one?

Yes.


How do I connect one hard drive for the operating system and one hard drive for storage?

There is no special connection or setup needed. You simply set the drive you want to use for the operating system to boot first in the BIOS, then install the operating system to the appropriate drive. During the install process, you may also want to format the other drive.


How can you get two Operating Systems on one hard drive?

The hard drive has to be partitioned into at least two drives. Each can be loaded with a separate bootable operating system.


How many oprating system can be installed in one machine?

The number of operating software that can be installed in a PC depends on the specifications of the computer. Generally, a computer can support up to four operating systems, depending on the amount of RAM and other hardware components. However, if the computer has a large enough hard drive, more than four operating systems may be installed. When installing multiple operating systems, it is important to ensure that each operating system is installed in a separate partition. Otherwise, the computer may experience conflicts and/or slow performance. Additionally, if you plan on using multiple operating systems, you should ensure that all of the necessary software, drivers, and updates are installed for all operating systems. If you are looking to install multiple operating systems on a computer, Microprokey .com is an excellent website. On the website, you can find a variety of operating systems, such as Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, and more. Furthermore, they provide detailed instructions on how to install each operating system, as well as support and troubleshooting services. With Microprokey, you can easily install multiple operating systems on a single computer.


Why can't replaced hard drive boot to winxp?

Did you install Windows XP to the hard drive? New hard drives do not come with an operating system; to boot from it, you have to install one on it.


You would like to install windows xp and windows 2000 professional on one hard disk how to install and which one should be first installed you have a 1000Mhz celeron system with 256 MB ram 40 GB hard?

You must partiton your hard drive so you have two partitons(you MUST have the partition space be at LEAST the minimum requirement for the specific Operating System being installed in that partition). Once you partition your hard drive you can then install the two operating systems(one operating system per partition). Its recommended that you install the older OS before the latest OS.


How can one have their hard drive encrypted?

Hard drive encryption can provide extra protection beyond the protection that system passwords gives. In order to encrypt ones hard drive, one can use a free tool like TrueCrypt for Windows operating systems or FileVault for Mac operating systems.


What do you do after configuring the hard drive?

Either do you install an operating system or create a partition. I don't know what do you mean with configuration of a hard drive. Is it a new one?


Does it matter what operating system you install first when dual-booting?

If one or of the operating systems does not cooperate well with dual-booting (such as Windows with a Linux distribution), then you should install the troublesome operating system first. If both are well-behaved (such as two Linux distributions) then it does not generally matter.


How do you install a TCPIP protocol?

Virtually all modern operating systems include a TCP/IP stack, thus obviating the need to install one. Without knowing what esoteric platform you are using, no one could possibly help you install one.