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    Am I going to run into any problems installing Windows 8 on an Alienware m17x R2?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by iphongus, Jun 14, 2013.

  1. iphongus

    iphongus Notebook Enthusiast

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    Am I going to run into any problems installing Windows 8 on an Alienware m17x R2? Like any driver issues or compatibility or will it be fine?
     
    iphongus, Jun 14, 2013
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  2. mikecacho

    mikecacho Notebook Evangelist

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    Nope, I already have it on my M17x (R1) and there are no issues.
     
    mikecacho, Jun 14, 2013
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  3. Cloudfire

    Cloudfire (Really odd person)

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    Yes lots of problems. Stay away from Win8.

    Its pure evil
     
    Cloudfire, Jun 14, 2013
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  4. Alienware-L_Porras

    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    LOL, it's not a recommended one, you will need to get the drivers from each manufacturer website but that's the only issue that you may get.
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Jun 17, 2013
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