As I also have older programs for my machines I went with the Pro version of Window 7 which gave me the XP module. Since then I don't think I've gone into the XP mode but maybe once or twice as I'm able to use Embird to transfer my Viking designs onto the floppies. I don't think you're able to use Embird for the Bernina format though but maybe one of these days the companies will come together and not fight each for priority rights but to think of keeping their customers happy and running.