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    When Using Vista anytime update dvd

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by vistanoob18, Oct 23, 2008.

  1. vistanoob18

    vistanoob18 Notebook Guru

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    I just finally got my computer up and running on the most basic version of Vista. That is, no programs or drivers installed yet. Do I need to install all of these before running the vista upgrade disc to go from home premium to ultimate or can/should I wait until I upgrade to Ulitmate? I have all the original Dell Driver discs to use, I just wasn't sure if I should wait or install them now.

    Thank you for your help.
     
    vistanoob18, Oct 23, 2008
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  2. DetlevCM

    DetlevCM Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Double post?
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=313029

    Here's my input again:

    Do you need to instal the OEM version first?

    On XP I could instal an XP professional update on my Medion by just veryfying I had a full Vista disk by putting it into the drive during the installation.

    But the Urpgrade disk may work differently...

    Anyway:
    You want as little "stuff" as possible when you upgrade - so I'd suggest installing your upgrade first, and then installing all the drivers.
    Also, clean up your disk (temporary files, defragment it) before installing drivers.
     
    DetlevCM, Oct 23, 2008
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