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    OEM XP hardware compatibility problems

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by hehe299792458, Feb 5, 2007.

  1. hehe299792458

    hehe299792458 Notebook Deity

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    If I install the OEM CD that came with desktop on my notebook (I changed the desktop to another OS), will there be compatibility problems? They are all Dells
     
    hehe299792458, Feb 5, 2007
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    jpagel Notebook Evangelist

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    If it is a true OEM xp cd it will work - If it is a "recovery" dell cd then no it wont - You will need the drivers and apps cds or need to download drivers from dell.com
     
    jpagel, Feb 5, 2007
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