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    Dell Inspiron Mini 9

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Lacrosseboss18, Nov 2, 2008.

  1. Lacrosseboss18

    Lacrosseboss18 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I am thinking about picking up one of these to just mess around with. For $99.00 plus upgrades. I dont think i would pay 500 for it but... to each their own

    I was wondering, if i get linix on it can i uninstall it and install XP on it?
    Can I install a larger solid state into the mini 9 later on rather then ordering it with one of the options they have?

    Thanks
    Joseph
     
    Lacrosseboss18, Nov 2, 2008
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  2. goofball

    goofball Notebook Deity

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    Yes, you can install XP on it if you like.

    Yes, you can but you will need a PCI-E SSD.
     
    goofball, Nov 2, 2008
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    powerpack Notebook Prophet

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    Yes and yes. Do not violate the law with what you mention make sure if you have retail XP version uninstall from all systems prior to install on 900.
     
    powerpack, Nov 2, 2008
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    Jay07 Notebook Consultant

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    also check the HP Mini 1000 which will ship with linux in jan.
     
    Jay07, Nov 2, 2008
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