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    Y580 Windows 8 Downgrade to Windows 7

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by iceguru, Dec 1, 2012.

  1. iceguru

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    Hi Everyone!

    My Y580 should be arriving shortly. I got it on the Black Friday Special and it comes with Windows 8. I bought a SSD to replace the HDD and I am wanting to downgrade it to a fresh install of Windows 7 Ultimate or Pro and I have a couple questions:

    Is there a definitive guide on how to do this for the Y580? I have searched and searched and have not been able to locate one.

    Also I am assuming I would not want to use the Windows 8 device drivers correct? Do I use the Windows 7 device drivers?

    Would you guys recommend me to use the drivers from the Lenovo site or each devices specific website? I am going to try to save them on a DVD in advance and want to be prepared.

    Thanks again everyone for your help! I greatly appreciate it!
     
    iceguru, Dec 1, 2012
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