Setting up new pc and transferring data

pompey

Hi,

I have finally got round to investing in a new pc. My "old" machine is still running w98se and the new one is xp media.

As it is due for delivery tomorrow, I wondered if there was a checklist/idiot's guide of things that I need to do in order to:

(a) set up new pc/printer etc
(b) transfer some of the programs/data - contacts, favourites, passwords etc

I have a bit of computer knowledge, but wondered if there was a correct order to do it in?

The old pc was connected to ntl broadband via USB and I am hoping to connect new one via ethernet. I will dig out all the paperwork so that connection to internet/email will not be too disruptive. Then I think it is a case of slowly working my way through...

I appreciate it is a bit vague, but thanks for the help!

145dude

File And Settings Transfer Wizard is one method you could incorporate into your change over, more info here:

http://www.helpwithwindows.com/WindowsXP/howto-01.html

Poppycat

You could also plug the HD from the old pc into the new pc and just copy data across on your new pc HD or backup onto DVD.

I would also backup your pc when you first get it with image software like Acronis True image it costs but its well worth it.

I also have anew pc tommorow self build and have been backing up some data to dvdr until new pc comes

This is no referral

http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_ss_w_h_/202-4348975-6731068?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=acronis+true+image&Go.x=0&Go.y=0&Go=Go