Windows 7 Upgrade -- Boot w/ setup disk or Start with OS already operating?

Due to my "NTLDR is Compressed" error after a system restore (XP), I have finally decided to 'punt' and purchase Windows 7.  My question is whether a Windows 7 Upgrade will require my current XP OS be up and running to begin the install, or can it be initiated from boot-up?  That is, because of my current  NTLDR situation, getting XP up and running is impossible.  Ideally, I'd like to purchase the Windows 7 Upgrade, boot up with these disks, and have WIndows 7 recognize my prior XP OS, and finally load the new OS.
Or ...  do I need to purchase the full version (non-upgrade)?

Duck3 wrote:
No direct upgrade path from XP to Win 7.
That means back up your important files, and boot with upgrade disk.
Win 7 sees the XP partition, and you can install.
I guess the question is whether the Win 7 Update installer will see the XP partition as legitimate and allow the install given the existing corruption.  I don't think there's any way to answer that without knowing what the installer looks for.
As Duck3 said, it will end up being a clean install regardless, if it installs at all.
Sorry I can't answer this directly.  You may just have to give it a try.  If you know anyone with an update DVD you can install as a test, then buy the update version for the key.
Or, like the Duck says, buy the OEM version full version.
Hmmm, just now the Pro Upgrade is $159US and the OEM Pro full version is $139 on NewEgg.  I know which one I would choose...
Z.
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