Error upgrading from XP to Vista

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jjsainz

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When upgrading from Win XP to Vista using the DVD Windows Genuine Advantage Kit for Windows Vista 32 Bits after passing OK my system different stages: Searching for installation updates, entering product Key, Accepting contract, Checking compatibility, Copying Windows files, Gathering Files, at 20% of Expanding Files I receive the error :" Windows could not update the computer's boot configuration. Installation cannot proceed".

McAfee Security and WebRoot Spy Sweeper from MSN are disabled during installation.

No external devices are connected during Installation

Using REGEDIt to enter in upper filters "PartMgr" as suggested in Internet did nothing.

I don't want a "clean installation" loosing files.

Many peple in Internet confront this same problem.

There is somebody in this forum that confronted this situation and solve it? Please tell me how. Your help will be very much appreciated.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dell 5150
    CPU
    Intel Pentium 4 CPU 3 Ghz
    Motherboard
    Dell
    Memory
    3.75 GB
    Graphics card(s)
    Intel (R) 82945G Express chipset
    Sound Card
    SigmaTel High Definition CODEC Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell
    Screen Resolution
    Excellent
    Hard Drives
    C: 80 GB (internal primary) F: 360 GB (internal secondary) E: 1 TB External L: 320 GB External
    PSU
    Dell
    Case
    Dell
    Cooling
    Fan Dell
    Mouse
    Dell
    Keyboard
    Dell
    Internet Speed
    AT &T Sierra mercury USB Variable from 1KB/sec to 10 KB/sec
    Other Info
    I am tr
You are better off with the custom install. You will have nothing but issues doing the upgrade, especially with anti viruses on your system.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    HP Pavilion DV7-1129wm Entertainment PC
    CPU
    AMD Turion X2 RM-72 Dual Core @ 2.1GHz
    Memory
    2 x 2 GB Hyundai DDR2 400 MHZ
    Graphics card(s)
    ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3200 @ 256 MB
    Sound Card
    IDT High Definition Audio/SRS Premium Sound/Altec Lansing
    Monitor(s) Displays
    17" Laptop Screen
    Screen Resolution
    1440 x 900 laptop, external 17 in LCD 1024 x 768
    Hard Drives
    WD Scorpio Blue 320 GB SATA 5400 RPM Toshiba 68 GB SATA 5400 RPM Second Drive (backup)
    PSU
    8 Cell Lithium Ion Battery
    Case
    Laptop with "light up" HP Logo on outside
    Cooling
    Insane air coming out of Targus dual fan cooler
    Mouse
    Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 3000 / Touchpad
    Keyboard
    Full Keyboard with numpad
    Internet Speed
    Comcast Cable 20 MBps
    Other Info
    Used Primarily for CAD design using SolidWorks 2010. Also I love to watch HD movies using the HDMI output(Netflix). Linked to my Xbox 360 for Windows Media Center 3 USB ports + USB/eSata HP Remote for Windows Media Center and Quickplay Internal Dual Layer DVD+/-RW External HP Lightscribe Dual Layer DVD+/-RW HP Webcam and Microphone
Thank you very much for your support, Blackawk7188. Specially I appreciate your quote "Life is all about how you handle plan B..." You are absolutly right, sir. To be set in upgrading from XP to Vista eagerly, will be to die in the attempt. The advice you give me has been very useful.

JJ Sainz
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dell 5150
    CPU
    Intel Pentium 4 CPU 3 Ghz
    Motherboard
    Dell
    Memory
    3.75 GB
    Graphics card(s)
    Intel (R) 82945G Express chipset
    Sound Card
    SigmaTel High Definition CODEC Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell
    Screen Resolution
    Excellent
    Hard Drives
    C: 80 GB (internal primary) F: 360 GB (internal secondary) E: 1 TB External L: 320 GB External
    PSU
    Dell
    Case
    Dell
    Cooling
    Fan Dell
    Mouse
    Dell
    Keyboard
    Dell
    Internet Speed
    AT &T Sierra mercury USB Variable from 1KB/sec to 10 KB/sec
    Other Info
    I am tr
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