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    XP on Vostro 1400?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by prez, Jul 29, 2007.

  1. prez

    prez Notebook Enthusiast

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    I've tried looking for all the drivers for XP but I can't seem to find the video drivers, bluetooth, and a few others. Anyone have any luck in converting from Vista back to XP.
     
    prez, Jul 29, 2007
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    scsiguru Notebook Guru

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    I'd like to know as well. My Vostro 1400 will be here on Monday or Tuesday and I plan on doing a clean install of XP. I use a lot of apps that just won't run on Vista.
     
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    d3sdichad0 Notebook Geek

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    I also want to make a clean install of XP... but since the vostros dont come with a Vista disk..... Arent we loosing an OS, wich we already paid for?


    Maybe if we get the vista key with Magical Bean Keyfinder or something......
     
    d3sdichad0, Jul 29, 2007
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    If you manage to do that, could you write up a guide for everyone?

    Thanks in advance, and gl installing xp
     
    k1234, Jul 29, 2007
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    Just look at the Dell website under Vostro 1500, Inspiron 1520, and other models...plus search through the forums. There are direct links to drivers for certain components like the Bluetooth module.
     
    nivek, Jul 29, 2007
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