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    Possible to get windows media centre edition on dell laptops?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by PapaSmurf, Jul 30, 2007.

  1. PapaSmurf

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    I know its not one options online, but what if I were to go to a dell kiosk and negotiate?
     
    PapaSmurf, Jul 30, 2007
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    Nope...that is an XP OS. If it is not an option online, Dell will not offer it.
     
    Greg, Jul 30, 2007
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    what about on a vostro? they allow xp.
     
    PapaSmurf, Jul 30, 2007
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    Last I checked I think Vostro only has options for Home and Pro...so no, you could not get MCE.

    You could pick up a copy of MCE OEM off of NewEgg though, but you'd have to install it yourself.
     
    Greg, Jul 30, 2007
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    ... if you want Media Center, I suggest you get Vista Home Premium or Vista Ultimate (has the Media Center in there)!
     
    blahdude84, Jul 30, 2007
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