How to Transform Windows XP into Windows 7
by RachelGreen On March 3, 2009 | Software Development | Hits: 333
Software you need: Replacer
Now that the download period for the Windows 7 beta has expired, you may not be one of the lucky ones who managed to download the 2GB file on time. If that’s your case, don’t worry: you can still have a look at the new Microsoft’s operating system, even if it’s only by disguising your good ol’ Windows XP. The trick is using certain software apps that let you transform Windows XP into Windows 7. Here’s how:
These will be the first two elements you’ll notice when you upgrade to the new Windows. In order to have Windows 7 boot and logon screens, you need to replace two file systems located in C:\Windows\System32: NToskrnl.exe and logonui.exe. The Windows 7 version of these two files is available from DeviantArt (Windows 7 Boot Screen and Windows 7 Logon) but replacing the original ones is not just a question of copy and paste. You’ll need a tool called Replacer to force Windows XP to use these new screens. Follow Replacer’s instructions, restart your system and you’ll immediately notice the change!
The next step in our transformation involves changing the whole desktop: background image, toolbar and window appearance. The easiest way to do it is probably using the SevenVG Refresh theme.
Now that the download period for the Windows 7 beta has expired, you may not be one of the lucky ones who managed to download the 2GB file on time. If that’s your case, don’t worry: you can still have a look at the new Microsoft’s operating system, even if it’s only by disguising your good ol’ Windows XP. The trick is using certain software apps that let you transform Windows XP into Windows 7. Here’s how:
These will be the first two elements you’ll notice when you upgrade to the new Windows. In order to have Windows 7 boot and logon screens, you need to replace two file systems located in C:\Windows\System32: NToskrnl.exe and logonui.exe. The Windows 7 version of these two files is available from DeviantArt (Windows 7 Boot Screen and Windows 7 Logon) but replacing the original ones is not just a question of copy and paste. You’ll need a tool called Replacer to force Windows XP to use these new screens. Follow Replacer’s instructions, restart your system and you’ll immediately notice the change!
The next step in our transformation involves changing the whole desktop: background image, toolbar and window appearance. The easiest way to do it is probably using the SevenVG Refresh theme.
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