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    Just got my W500 a few Questions tho..

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by JTM0320, Sep 2, 2008.

  1. JTM0320

    JTM0320 Notebook Consultant

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    It came with a lot of stuff that doesnt seem like I need or even know what it does.. Please I thought it would be a lot faster than it is.. Any programs that came with it that i should delete? Recommendations?
     
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    What programs did it come with?
     
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    the pre installed lenovo programs..pc doctor 5.. think vantage
     
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    You're probably 1 of a very small minority that got the W500, so you'll have to be more descriptive.
     
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    thinkpad easyeject utility? pc-doctor 5 for windows? productivity center?microsoft office components? i guess there all needed for one thing or another. i just remember people talking about removing the lenovo junk.. message center??
     
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    Best thing to do is reformat the computer and install a fresh clean version of Windows (don't use recover discs).

    PC makers just love to ship their products full of crap. :(
     
    Paul386, Sep 2, 2008
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