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    Inspiron 1420 Help needed

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by FeeL_bLuE, Aug 21, 2009.

  1. FeeL_bLuE

    FeeL_bLuE Notebook Enthusiast

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    I try to format my laptop to vista ultimate from xp.
    after i format, finish install windows, when it reading windows, it keep showing: safe mode... start windows normally.
    if i click start windows normally. it will auto restart.
    when i click repair. it will show: startup problems.

    It mean that cd problem or my laptop can't be install windows ultimate?
     
    FeeL_bLuE, Aug 21, 2009
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  2. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    It sounds like the operating system just didn't install properly. Inspect the disk for scratches/scuffs, and reinstall Vista.
     
    Lithus, Aug 21, 2009
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  3. FeeL_bLuE

    FeeL_bLuE Notebook Enthusiast

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    1 more question. got any1 got driver for 1420 vista ultimate? 64 bit
     
    FeeL_bLuE, Aug 21, 2009
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  4. Mastershroom

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    Vista Ultimate doesn't require any special drivers; Vista drivers are universal, regardless of whether you have Home Premium, Ultimate, Business, etc.
     
    Mastershroom, Aug 22, 2009
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    if you install vista x64 you need to load AHCI drivers during install phase. Check on this forum and you will find the drivers. (Intel's one)
     
    discovery, Aug 22, 2009
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    try reformatting and reinstalling?

    all drivers are on the dell site.. vista versions dont matter jus get the 64 bit ones..

    and if all else fails, move on to windows 7 or call dell and get annoyed!
     
    rubyboy79, Aug 23, 2009
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