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    Just downgraded my inspiron 1525.

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by wassup, Jul 3, 2008.

  1. wassup

    wassup Notebook Enthusiast

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    I've just successfully installed xp on my inspiron 1525 preloaded with vista. Now I'm thinking about upgrading hard drive and have a few questions. Do I just find any 2.5 sata? Is it possible to "clone" my current hard drive to my new one so I don't have to go through the installation process again?
     
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    millermagic Rockin the pinktop

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    Any 2.5'' sata drive should work ... provided it's a 2.5 laptop sata drive. For going to a new hard drive, I recommend Norton Ghost. It's not that expensive and it can save you a lot of time when you use it for backing up.
     
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