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    Anything I should know before I install XP on my m1730?

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by Veggie, Mar 12, 2008.

  1. Veggie

    Veggie Notebook Consultant

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    Vista ok but I'm going back to XP.

    Anything I should be aware off?
    Can I get Remote control/Mic/Cam/Logitech LcD display ect to work in XP?

    Whats the best way to install the Raid drivers?I got a flash drive if I can use that!

    Basically I'm just looking for someone whos done this already to give me a hand :)

    I'm sure I'm not the only m1730 user that will benefit from a small guide!


    Thanks :D
     
    Veggie, Mar 12, 2008
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  2. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    Since Dell offers XP on the M1730 by default, I don't think you'll need to jump through any loops to get that working. Just go through the process as you would any re-installation; all of the XP drivers (Remote/Mic/Webcam) should be available on the Dell support site.

    I think with XP you absolutely need a floppy drive to install RAID or SCSI drivers, but I may be wrong.

    EDIT: You would probably do well to take a look through the M1730 owner's lounge.
     
    Commander Wolf, Mar 12, 2008
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  3. GWT

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    And remember that by reverting back to XP, you'll only have 3.5GB of RAM that will be utilized, unless you go with a 64bit system.
     
    GWT, Mar 12, 2008
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