Reload Order for NEW PC

[ddouglass]

Originally Posted by doransdome

I am getting ready to reload everything on a new pc. I have been thinking about the order and whether or not it makes a difference. I have read some posts about some install programs deleting other MTU programs. Here is what I thought I would do. Your comments are welcome.

Clean Install Windows XP Pro
Install Motherboard and Video CDs
Update thru SP3 Added note: This will take several times using the Custom Updates as not all will load at the same time. Some need reboot after install.
Add NetFrame 2.0 This good enough, but 3 will do better. This should be listed when you do Custom. Don't try to install both at same time as it will hang up.
Add Lame Be sure to use the one from MTU or it won't work right.
Install Microstudio 4.01 then upgrade to 4.06 (have to load old first, right? Not necessary for this one yet. Just install 4.06
Install Songverter 1.002 then upgrade to 1.10 (again old first, right? Same as above.
Install Keyright 2010 then upgrade to 2010 (again old first, right? Same as above.
Install Hoster Video 2219 then upgrade to 321a (old first, right? If you are only using 3.321a then you only need to install it.

As you can see, my primary question is must I load my original programs first, then the upgrades I have purchased, or since I have purchased the upgrades can I just load the most current of each. Only Hoster 4.0x requires installing the previous version if you purchased the "Upgrade." This is a recently added requirement. The question here is why are you not using 4.06. You are missing a lot.

Hope that clarifies it better.

[doransdome]

THANK YOU DALE!! You have clarified much and it certainly helps reduce my work load. Can't start until next weekend though as the darn processor I ordered has been delayed. I may upgrade to 4.06 later but right now I just want to get up and running with what will be familiar and get back in the groove.

Thanks again for the detailed information.