Microsoft released XP in October 2001 in different editions. Windows XP Pro was the most demanded edition due to its powerful features. The basic features are the same in all editions, but Pro edition has some very useful features for businessmen and professionals.

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Microsoft stopped its official support for Windows XP. But users still want to use it for their research work or for only fun.

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Windows XP and Server 2003 Service Pack 2 - 64-Bit is the final service pack for Windows XP and Server 2003 64-Bit. Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 3 - 32-Bit is only available if you have the 32-Bit editions of Windows XP. Windows XP Professional x64 Edition (5.2.3790) - Don't confuse this with Windows Server 2003. Serial: FM634-HJ3QK-6QVTY-RJY4R-XCR9J Service Pack 2 included because this ISO is a Service Pack 1. But first, be sure to activate Windows by phone first because it won't let you activate (it can't be verified by Microsoft by phone). Here at Windowslay, users can download Windows XP ISO 32-Bit & Windows XP 64-Bit. XP 32-bit version has several restriction. It cannot utilize more then 4 GB of RAM. On the other hand, Windows XP 64-Bit ISO doesn’t have these kinds of restrictions. That’s why 64-Bit Windows XP download gained more popularity.

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Download Requirements

  • Processor: Pentium III
  • Memory: 512MB
  • Hard Disk Space: 5GB
  • Display: Super VGA (800 x 600)

Methods to Create Windows XP Pro Bootable USB (Installation Guide)

You can use different methods to create a bootable USB flash drive. I have discussed three easy methods in this context. Follow any of them and installation guide to enjoy Windows XP Pro.

Method # 1: Create Bootable USB via Easy USB Creator 2.3.1 Tool

This tool supports Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, 8 10 and Windows Server all editions.

Download “.NET Framework 2.0 or above” from Microsoft’s official site if you want to use this tool. It converts the ISO image into a bootable USB drive. It is a straightforward tool and converts Windows XP ISO image into a bootable USB drive.

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  1. Connect a USB flash drive with the PC.
  2. Download the ISO file of Windows XP Pro from the above section.
  3. Download the Easy USB Creator 2.3.1 from Here.
  4. Double-click the “.exe file” to install it.
  5. Now, launch the tool.
  6. It shows a sign like “…” this with the ISO file option. Select this sign to add the path of the Windows XP ISO file.
  7. Next, you will see “Destination Drive.” Select a drive where you want to save the “executable file” and click “Start.”
  8. The tool will start converting the ISO image into a bootable file. Within a minute, your bootable USB is ready. Move to the installation guide.

Method # 2: Bootable USB/DVD of Zipped Windows XP ISO

  1. If you have a zipped Windows XP ISO file, download 7-Zip Extractor. 7-Zip Extractor will extract the files from the zipped folder.
  2. Go to the above section to download ISO file. Once it is downloaded, double-click the ISO image to extract files.
  3. Now, burn them into a bootable Windows XP ISO DVD/USB flash drive by using the above tool.
  4. Your bootable DVD/USB flash drive is ready now. You can use it to install Windows XP on your desired system.
  5. Move to the installation guide.

Method # 3: Bootable USB/DVD via USB Creator 2.0 (Microsoft’s Tool)

USB Creator 2.0 tool is available at Microsoft’s official site. Download it from there and follow the instructions below.

  1. Connect the USB to your PC.
  2. Download the ISO file from the above section.
  3. Select USB/DVD to save the ISO image.
  4. Now, open the tool “USB Creator 2.0” and select “Browse” to locate the ISO file.
  5. Below this option, there is “Destination Drive.”
  6. Select the USB drive from here.
  7. Now click the “Create USB” option at the bottom of the tool. It will start converting the ISO image into the Bootable USB.

Installation Guide

(First, enter in BIOS to enable the option “Installation from USB”.) For this, follow the steps here.

  1. Reboot system and press “Del” to enter BIOS. (If your system is showing any other key, like F1, F2, press it.
  2. Select “Advanced BIOS settings” by using Up/Down or Right/Left arrow keys.
  3. Press “USB as the primary boot device” and “F10” to exit BIOS.
  4. Now, connect your bootable USB to the system and restart it.
  5. First, select the PC version. Mostly it is 32-bit.
  6. Select “Install from USB” and click “Next” from there.
  7. The system starts copying files from the USB drive.
  8. Make partitions of the hard disk drive by assigning a relevant volume to each partition.
  9. Select a partition where you want to save Windows XP Pro.
  10. It will collect information first.
  11. Then Dynamic Updates are installed.
  12. Now, it shows that it’s preparing installation.
  13. Ultimately, the installation is finalized.
  14. Now, wait for a while until it completes the installation process. It may take about 40 minutes.
  15. The PC restarts several times in between. Don’t interrupt the installation process.
  16. Now set the time and date according to the geographical location.
  17. Enjoy using Windows XP Pro.

Windows XP Pro Features

You can backup in Windows XP Pro by using the standard Win2k backup program.

It supports dynamic disks while other editions of this OS don’t support it.

It has Encrypted File System to let you encrypt files on an NTFS partition. This feature is very useful for mobile machines.

Windows XP Pro supports two processors.

It has a remote assistance feature to troubleshoot problems. You can access a remote desktop by using it.

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Now, access any system remotely by using a Terminal Services session. It’s highly beneficial to access data from a remote computer.

XP Pro system can be domain members whereas; other editions of XP can’t be.

It supports IntelliMirror. IntelliMirror feature includes Microsoft Remote Installation Services, user setting management, and software deployment.

It supports Windows 98 and Windows Me programs. You can upgrade from both Windows OS to Windows XP Pro.

It also supports Win2K and NT.

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It supports IP Security, Client Services for NetWare, SNMP and Network Monitor. Other editions of XP don’t support them.


FAQs

Q: Can I install Windows XP Pro in multiple systems by using one bootable USB?

No, you can’t. Windows XP Pro’s copy is only for one user. If there are 10 users, all of them need a separate copy of Windows XP.

Can I play DOS games on Windows XP Pro?

Yes, but it supports only the old games. If you want to play the latest DOS games, you require a DOS emulator like DOSBox.

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Q: Is it safe to use Windows XP now?

It may involve some risks because Microsoft has stopped official support for it. So, the features may be attractive, but your system will not be secure.

Q: May I get a copy of Windows XP from Microsoft?

Yes you can buy it from Microsoft by forwarding a request. But Microsoft provides no guidance on how to remove the latest version of Windows from your system.

Q: Which version of Windows XP Pro is better for me?

We have provided you with the updated version of Windows XP Pro. Don’t download the older versions because they can put your system at high risk.

Q: Are the people still using Windows XP around the world?

Of course, about 7% of PC users are still using Windows XP around the globe.

There are a couple of methods to install Windows XP Virtual machine on Windows 10 using different platforms such as Oracle VirtualBox, Vmware and Hyper-V.

Windows XP is an old but dominated operating system of the world during its heydays. However, this Windows XP is not supported officially but available in bootable ISO image form for free to download and use. Yes, we don’t need to pay anything for Windows XP Service Pack 3 Licenses and ISO, both are available on an internet archive website.

Here we will show how to install Windows XP on Oracle VirtualBox as an emulator on Windows 10 step by step using its ISO file. This will allow you to continue to use Windows XP on Emulator without having to install it on your PC.

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Windows XP virtual machine on VirtualBox

Here is the glance of the steps we are going to follow for the installation of Window XP Virtual Machine using ISO file on VirtualBox running on Windows 10. However, steps will be the same for Windows 8, Windows 7 and Windows Vista.

  1. Download Windows XP ISO file and copy the license key as well and save it on a notepad. For links see the main step 1 of this article.
  2. Install Oracle VirtualBox on your Windows 10/8/7 PC
  3. Run the VirtualBox and click on the NEW button to create a new Virtual Machine.
  4. Type the name of OS -Windows XP and rest will set by default.
  5. Create Virtual Hard disk (VHD) and set RAM.
  6. Select the created Windows XP virtual Machine appearing on the left side of the VirtualBox main screen.
  7. Click on Settings option from the menu.
  8. Select the StorageSettings
  9. Click on the empty CD icon and then again from the attributes select the CD icon.
  10. Navigate and select the downloaded windows XP ISO file.
  11. Save it and Start the Virtual Machine and Windows XP boot menu will appear.
  12. Follow the installation wizard and it will be on your Oracle Virtualbox to experience.

Step 1: Download Windows XP ISO and License

The first step towards the Virtual installation is to get an ISO image of this old operating system. As I mentioned above that it is free and avail by Microsoft itself officially along with License key. Thus, use this link which will open the page of Archive.org, where click on the ISO image link given on the right side under the Download section, this will allow you to download Windows XP Professional SP3 x86 ISO image. Just on the same page, the free but official professional key for the same will have been given. Copy that and jot down somewhere like NotePad.

Step 2: Install VirtualBox on Windows 10/8/7

So, we have now the ISO file of Windows XP professional 32-bit service pack 3, its time to get the Oracle VirtualBox. Here is the link to Download VBox. In case you already have the Vbox on your system then simply move to next.
The installation of the VBox is like any other executable software meant for Windows nothing will be complicated at all.

Step 3: Create a Virtual Machine for Windows XP

Run VirtualBox and click on the New button given on the Menu of it. Now in the Name box, type- Windows XP and its corresponding options will automatically get setup. Then click on the Next button.

Step 4: Set memory size (Virtual RAM)

Although the Windows XP perfectly works under 512 MB RAM, however, here we are assigning 1GB for better working and smooth performance.

Step 5: Create Virtual Hard disk (VHD) for XP virtual machine

To store the installation file we need to attach a Virtual Hard drive to our Virtual Machine. The VirtualBox will automatically set it to 10GB which is enough. Thus, leave the default settings and click on the NEXT.
On the Next window, it will ask you to select the type of Virtual Hardrive, by default it will be VDI, however, here we are selecting VHD. It is because in case, tomorrow we want to run it under Windows Hyper-V, we can easily use the Windows XP VHD image.
Next, Select Dynamic allocated option.
File allocation and Size: By default, the VirtualBox will save all file of the machine on C: drive, if you want to change click on the folder icon and select the place.
Finally, click on the Create button.

Step 6: Set ISO image for boot

Select the created VirtualMachine and click on the Settings button given on the top menu of VBox.
From Settings -> click on the Storage-> Empty CD icon under storage device-> again on CD icon of Attributes and then “Choose Virtual Optical Disk File“.
An explorer will open select the downloaded Windows XP ISO image.

Click on the OK button.

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Step 7: Start Window XP Virtual Machine

Now, our XP Virtual Machine is ready, time to boot it up. For that select the created virtual machine from the left side of the VBox panel and click on the Start button given in the menu of the same.

Step 8: Installing Window XP

Windows XP Professional Setup will open, press the Enter button to continue.

Press F8 to accept the Windows XP Licensing Agreement.

As we are installing Windows XP on VirtualBox, thus, a single partition will appear, simply press the enter button to format the whole partition.

By default, slow formatting option will be selected, use the arrow key of the keyboard and select “ Format the partition using the NTFS file system (Quick)”.

After some time, it will ask you to enter the license key for Windows XP. Type this official serial key: MRX3F-47B9T-2487J-KWKMF-RPWBY and click on the NEXT button to complete the installation.

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Once it will be done, you will get the old but very familiar interface of Windows XP with familiar startup sound.

Thus, in this way, we can install our old Windows XP system on VirtualBox Virtual Machine for testing legacy software or learning purpose.

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