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    can i get xp instead of vista???

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by times, Aug 1, 2007.

  1. times

    times Notebook Evangelist

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    with all these companys going vista,is it possible to get them to put xp in the laptop instead of vista.i know dell offer xp in the lower end models of inspiron.and i know some of you will say just buy xp and install it lol.i think i should be able to choose xp rather than vista.
    i did see a acer company online off to downgrade to xp for 40£ lol.

    ive seen some laptops with older graphics cards(nvidia 7600) and xp still very expensive compared to a new dell with the latest gpu at a better price.
     
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  2. odin243

    odin243 Notebook Prophet

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    Some components on newer systems may not have any XP drivers, so it won't necessarily be compatible with all new systems. Also, through Dell's Small Business site I believe you can configure all of their notebooks with XP.
     
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  3. baddogboxer

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    I am curious if with the impending removal of XP from the market, is that just for consumers not business? I ask because I suspect forcing Vista down the business community's throats might not be so easy. I was at a hospital and saw Windows 2000 running still.
     
    baddogboxer, Aug 1, 2007
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    minimalism Notebook Geek

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    Join the future! Join Vista! Soon, no Windows user will remember a time when User Access Control was not a glorious part of the Windows Experience!
     
    minimalism, Aug 1, 2007
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    Alright Bill, oh I think I hear Melinda calling you? You better Go! :D
     
    baddogboxer, Aug 1, 2007
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    LMAO!! :) Anyway, HP's Compaq brand sells a XP machine still, don't know if it suits your needs though.
     
    booboo12, Aug 1, 2007
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