Upgrade Windows XP for Students

Upgrade Windows XP to Windows 7 or Windows 8.1

  1. Determine the version of Windows that the computer can use by running these assistants.
  2. Aquire a copy of the software from Cougar Byte
  3. Depending on what version of Windows you want to install follow the link below but keep this page handy for licensing and additional support provided by UH.
    • Windows 7 Install  In “Step 3: Installing Windows 7” you will need to choose "Upgrade"
    • Windows 8.1 Install In “Step 4: Installing Windows 8.1” you will need to choose "Upgrade"

Limited assistance is available at the UIT Tech Commons.  However, help is available from the Cougar Byte for a minimal fee.