Importing folders from XP computer to new Ver 7 computer

Have just migrated to new PC (Ver 7) from an CP machine.  LR 2.7 is loaded on the new machine and I have a folder called Photo Universe that contains 15,000+ photos with keywords, modifications, etc.  Quustion is how to import the existing folders and photos so that my previous keywords, configurations and settings carry over as well.
I tried "Selecting All" sub folders, but that didn't work.  I guess I'm hoping and looking for a silver bullet.  On the other hand, I'll do whatever it takes to make this happen.
Can anyone offer any advice?
mjohn

When upgrading to a new LR version you NEVER reimport.
You convert your latest catalog from the old version by opening it in the new version.
Thus you will have all folder structures automatically available, plus keywords, collections, develop history.
Throw away any potentially created new catalog of the new version.
BTW rather install the latest download of LR4.1RC than a boxed version of 4.0 due to bug fixes.
Good luck,
Cornelia

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