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Question

Transfer disk image

Aug 24, 2011 4:45AM PDT

Can I transfer a disk Image of my Windows 7 Ultimate, XP upgrade, 32 bit from an IDE drive to an SATA2

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Answer
Sometimes.
Aug 24, 2011 4:47AM PDT

There are hurdles but do try it. Given so little detail I'd use Acronis.
Bob

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Which version of Acronis
Aug 24, 2011 5:36AM PDT

The IDE drives - WD, 80 gig , 2 logical drives and a Seagate, 80 gig-3logical drives
The SATA 2 -WD 250 gig

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The current version or
Aug 24, 2011 5:39AM PDT

If your new drive maker offers it, the free one.

Bob