dual-boot problem

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  1. luigi1234

    luigi1234 Member

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    hi, i've installed xp pro on one partition on my hdd (it worked). then i installed windows 7 RC on another partition. but when i start up the pc theres no dual-boot screen that asks me to choose an OS. Windows 7 starts up. I have an ASUS M4a78t-e motherboard on my self-built PC.
     
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  2. dailun

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    If memory serves me correctly, you're supposed to install the NEWER OS first, since the older one has no knowledge about the newer OS.
     
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    Dailun is correct and you should still be able to see all data on other partition so I'd find a way to save anything important from it. boot from your original disc and try to recover your partition. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307654
    I know theres a way to modify the boot so it looks at the other partition too but I dont remember the code maybe someone will find a link quicker than me ...
     
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