create iso of my windows xp computer for use in windows 7

JON1987

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hello,

just wondering if someone can point me in the right direction. i was given a windows 7 machine as an upgrade and i kept the windows xp running for a few applications that i need. is there a way to create an image/iso of my windows xp hard drive so that i can use it in virtual box? at this point i would like to get rid of the whole computer and use virtual box when i need access to those applications from my xp machine.

thank you
 

JON1987

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Sep 12, 2013
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i have a windows xp cd and key. i am trying to avoid reinstalling the applications i need. i was hoping i could just create an iso and run it on my virtual box like i do with linux