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    Can you install XP on a V 4000 series laptop

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by e_a_g_l_e_p_i, Mar 15, 2009.

  1. e_a_g_l_e_p_i

    e_a_g_l_e_p_i Newbie

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    I have a Compaq V 4000 series laptop and I would like to do a fresh install of XP on it. I know it comes with a restore disc but I want to get rid of all the Compaq stuff and just have Windows XP

    Is this possible? if so does anyone know of a website which has detailed instructions on how to do it?

    Thanks
     
    e_a_g_l_e_p_i, Mar 15, 2009
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  2. CrazyTasty

    CrazyTasty Notebook Consultant

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    Yes, it is possible but you need to have a Windows XP install disc which I doubt Compaq provided you.
     
    CrazyTasty, Mar 15, 2009
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  3. Yotsuba

    Yotsuba Notebook Evangelist

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    If you have a copy of Windows XP (whatever version came with your laptop, Home, Professional, Media Center Edition), then the product key that is located on the bottom of the computer will work for it. Then, all you will need to do, before formatting of course, is download all of the drivers and save them to either a CD or a flash drive.
     
    Yotsuba, Mar 15, 2009
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  4. qhn

    qhn Notebook User

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    or use a 3rd party app to backup all current drivers - save you loads of time. Search the net, there are free ones out there.

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Mar 15, 2009
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