Transfer files and settings from another computer

Have you ever wished that you can easily transfer files from old computer to new? Files and Settings Transfer Wizard included in Windows XP can help you in doing this. This wizard will help facilitate the transfer of the upgrade to new computer.


Here's how to use this wizard:

On your old computer:

First. If you do not have the Windows XP CD, insert the wizard disk that you created into the floppy drive. Click Start, click Run, and then click Browse. Browse to your floppy drive and then double click the file MigWiz.exe. In the Run dialog box, click OK. If you have Windows XP CD, insert the drive into your computer's CD-ROM to copy files and settings from the startup menu appears and wait. If the menu does not appear automatically, click on Start, click Run, and then click Browse. Browse to your CD-ROM drive and then double-click the Setup.exe file. In the Run dialog box, click OK. Click Perform additional tasks, and then click Transfer files and settings.
2. On the Welcome page of the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, click Next.
3. Select the status of your computer, Select Old
4. On the Select a transfer method page, select the method that will work for both computers. For example, you can place files and settings on a network drive that both have access to a computer, or you can use a removable drive. Whatever method you choose, whether the computer should be able to use it.
5. On What do you want to transfer? , Choose from three options. Depending on the type of transfer method you choose, some options are better than others here. For example, if you plan to transfer more than just a few files and settings, choose another method other than floppy disks (because they have lower storage capacity). If you decide to change your transfer method, you can always click Kembali.Pada this page, you also can choose the checkbox that lets you select a custom list of files and settings will be transferred. This option is for advanced users.
6. At this point, you may see a message telling you to install some programs on your new computer before proceeding. This step is not needed, but these programs may not work properly without doing this.
7. Wizard now collect files and settings that you requested and prepare for their transfer to new computer. Insert a disk or a removable drive when prompted, if you use one method.
8. To Complete Collection Phase page click Finish. Then go to your new computer, with a disk or CD you use.

On your new computer:

First. Start> Accessories> System Tools and then click Files and Settings Transfer Wizard ..
2. On the Welcome page, click on Next.
3. In the window What do you want to transfer? page, select New computer.
4. If you place your files and settings on a disk or CD, insert it now. Where files and settings? Page, tell the wizard where to find files and settings. Files and settings transfer wizard to the new computer.
5. In the Completing the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard page, read the message about the status of your transfer, and then click Finish.
6. You may see a message saying that you need to log off before the new settings will appear on your new computer. You only need to log off and log back on. No need to restart your computer.