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    Vista Business to XP Pro - How does it work?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by IdontexistM8, Jan 18, 2008.

  1. IdontexistM8

    IdontexistM8 Notebook Consultant

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    I've read that if you buy a machine with Vista Business that you can downgrade to XP Pro via Microsoft. Can anyone tell me how this works (in UK/EU) and would it affect any system warranty (Dell)?

    Thanks.
     
    IdontexistM8, Jan 18, 2008
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I believe that you need to contact Dell to do it though.
     
    Greg, Jan 18, 2008
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