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    xp professional to windows vista

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by stringer99, Jun 15, 2007.

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    stringer99 Notebook Enthusiast

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    can any1 tell me if this would be a wise idea ( concerning notebook compatability, cost etc) to put windows vista on a new r52 thinkpad?

    if the transition would be smooth what costs can i be expected to pay for this?

    thanks!
     
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    What are the specs of the R52?
     
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    pm 750 1.86 ghz, 60 gb hd 5400, 512 ram but will buy more, radeaon x300 64mb, dvdrw/dvd ram
     
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    Vista should run fine on it as long as you have at least 1GB of RAM.
     
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    ok thanks. i just didnt know if it would mess up any of the thinkvantage thingies (whatever they are) that comes special to thinkpads. wanted it to be perfect.

    also, i realize this video card is prolly low-end ... would u say its better than onboard video tho? and would i be better off with windows home basic or can this handle premium?
     
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    It should still be better than onboard. All versions of Vista should work, Basic, Home Premium, Business, and Ultimate.
     
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    cool thanks. is it possible to upgrade for less than say, 100 dollars? everywhere i go the prices on the vista boxes are hundreds. its crazy.
     
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    thanks again!
     
    stringer99, Jun 16, 2007
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    Also, definitely consider the Hot Ram Deals for the much needed RAM upgrade for Vista.

    At least 1 Gb is needed.
    2gb runs smooth so I'd recommend that.
     
    Znender, Jun 16, 2007
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