switching back to XP

[Misbah]

Hey, I recently bought a new computer woth Windows Vista on it. I do not like
it and prefer windows XP back. I know there is a way to do that as i read
from the internet but it was ver confusing for me since im not computer
savvy. can some one please explain to me clearly on how to do that?
Thanks alot!!

 

[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

The easiest way is to return the computer and purchase one with
Windows XP.

Toshiba, Dell and possibly other major OEMs continue to sell computers
with Windows XP.
As well as almost countless local shops.

Also you may run into warranty issues if you have problems with a
different operating system installed than shipped.

 

[Andre Da Costa[ActiveWin]]

You will have to purchase a license for Windows XP to reinstall on that
system since it was originally shipped with Vista. You will need to do some
research to find out if your system will readily accept XP since the device
drivers for it might be for Vista only. Instructions on how to reinstall XP
are available at the following link:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html

Alos, it wouldn't hurt to contact the OEM about getting your system and
license downgraded to XP, they might do this for a minimal cost if its under
warranty.

 

[raylopez99]

Hey, I recently bought a new computer woth Windows Vista on it. I do not like
it and prefer windows XP back. I know there is a way to do that as i read
from the internet but it was ver confusing for me since im not computer
savvy. can some one please explain to me clearly on how to do that?
Thanks alot!!

I would just learn to use Vista. XP is great but soon it will be like
Windows 2000. As more and more money pours into Vista, Microsoft will
issue Service Packs and fix problems in Vista as time progresses.

I assume btw you have modern hardware, since Vista is about 200%
faster than XP but your new hardware has to be 400% faster than your
old machine for you to see this difference.

RL

 

[vista user 43]

nice to see the vista fanboys going from

why would you want to remove vista? Vista is sent by god.
to
perhaps something is wrong with your computer. give vista a second chance
to
oh ok install xp..


LOL

you are all such POS

 

[Saucy]

Hey, I recently bought a new computer woth Windows Vista on it. I do not
like
it and prefer windows XP back. I know there is a way to do that as i read
from the internet but it was ver confusing for me since im not computer
savvy. can some one please explain to me clearly on how to do that?
Thanks alot!!

What is it that you don't like about it?

Saucy

 

[Jupiter Jones [MVP]]

"...want to remove vista? Vista is sent by god."
I never suggested any such thing and you know it.
You seem to attribute ideas to me that are simply never conveyed.
However that FACT goes against your blind hate of Microsoft agenda.
When you can not use facts, you fabricate FICTION, and you do that
often.

Another typical post from you.
When you are unable to contribute anything of value, your ego needing
to post prevails and we see your typical attack.

It is noted that as usual you have contributed NOTHING to the OP.

Another handle used by you to escape and and make a vain effort to
hide.

 

[Misbah]

well theres number of things...it won't sync my music to my mp3 players, and
other stuff and ive searched for it and it simply says it wont work with
windows vista

 

[Misbah]

I hope so.

I would just learn to use Vista. XP is great but soon it will be like
Windows 2000. As more and more money pours into Vista, Microsoft will
issue Service Packs and fix problems in Vista as time progresses.

I assume btw you have modern hardware, since Vista is about 200%
faster than XP but your new hardware has to be 400% faster than your
old machine for you to see this difference.

RL

 

[Misbah]

lol...'God'? I think you are exxagrating too much.

 

[Misbah]

Thanks.

You will have to purchase a license for Windows XP to reinstall on that
system since it was originally shipped with Vista. You will need to do some
research to find out if your system will readily accept XP since the device
drivers for it might be for Vista only. Instructions on how to reinstall XP
are available at the following link:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html

Alos, it wouldn't hurt to contact the OEM about getting your system and
license downgraded to XP, they might do this for a minimal cost if its under
warranty.
--
Andre
Blog: http://adacosta.spaces.live.com
My Vista Quickstart Guide:
http://adacosta.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!E8E5CC039D51E3DB!9709.entry

 

[Bruce Chambers]

Hey, I recently bought a new computer woth Windows Vista on it. I do not like
it and prefer windows XP back. I know there is a way to do that as i read
from the internet but it was ver confusing for me since im not computer
savvy. can some one please explain to me clearly on how to do that?
Thanks alot!!

It's your computer, so the choice is, ultimately, yours.

However, there could be a couple possible adverse repercussions of
which you should be aware. First and foremost, if the specific computer
model in question was designed specifically for Vista, there may well be
no WinXP-specific device drivers available to make the computer's
diverse components work properly. Consult the computer's manufacturer
about the availability of device drivers. Secondly, removing an
OEM-installed operating system and replacing it with another will almost
invariably void any and all support agreements and, sometimes, even the
warranty. You would, at the very least, have to re-install Vista before
getting any support from the manufacturer. Again, consult the
computer's manufacturer for specifics. Thirdly, there may be the
additional cost involved in purchasing a WinXP license for this new
computer. (An OEM CD and license from some previous computer will not
do, for legal and usually technical reasons.)

After backing up any data you wish to transfer to the new OS
installation, simply boot from the WinXP installation CD. You'll be
offered the opportunity to delete, create, and format partitions as part
of the installation process. (You may need to re-arrange the order of
boot devices in the PC's BIOS to boot from the CD.)

HOW TO Install Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;316941

http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html

http://www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/clean_install.htm

Then, assuming that the computer can be made to work with WinXP,
the backed up data can be restored and applications (Those that are
WinXP-compatible, that is) re-installed.


--

Bruce Chambers

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killed a great many philosophers.
~ Denis Diderot

 

[Misbah]

Uhh lol ok thnaks

It's your computer, so the choice is, ultimately, yours.

However, there could be a couple possible adverse repercussions of
which you should be aware. First and foremost, if the specific computer
model in question was designed specifically for Vista, there may well be
no WinXP-specific device drivers available to make the computer's
diverse components work properly. Consult the computer's manufacturer
about the availability of device drivers. Secondly, removing an
OEM-installed operating system and replacing it with another will almost
invariably void any and all support agreements and, sometimes, even the
warranty. You would, at the very least, have to re-install Vista before
getting any support from the manufacturer. Again, consult the
computer's manufacturer for specifics. Thirdly, there may be the
additional cost involved in purchasing a WinXP license for this new
computer. (An OEM CD and license from some previous computer will not
do, for legal and usually technical reasons.)

After backing up any data you wish to transfer to the new OS
installation, simply boot from the WinXP installation CD. You'll be
offered the opportunity to delete, create, and format partitions as part
of the installation process. (You may need to re-arrange the order of
boot devices in the PC's BIOS to boot from the CD.)

HOW TO Install Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;316941

http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html

http://www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/clean_install.htm

Then, assuming that the computer can be made to work with WinXP,
the backed up data can be restored and applications (Those that are
WinXP-compatible, that is) re-installed.


--

Bruce Chambers

Help us help you:


They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary
safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. ~Benjamin Franklin

Many people would rather die than think; in fact, most do. ~Bertrand Russell

The philosopher has never killed any priests, whereas the priest has
killed a great many philosophers.
~ Denis Diderot

 

[Misbah]

Uhh lol thanks.

It's your computer, so the choice is, ultimately, yours.

However, there could be a couple possible adverse repercussions of
which you should be aware. First and foremost, if the specific computer
model in question was designed specifically for Vista, there may well be
no WinXP-specific device drivers available to make the computer's
diverse components work properly. Consult the computer's manufacturer
about the availability of device drivers. Secondly, removing an
OEM-installed operating system and replacing it with another will almost
invariably void any and all support agreements and, sometimes, even the
warranty. You would, at the very least, have to re-install Vista before
getting any support from the manufacturer. Again, consult the
computer's manufacturer for specifics. Thirdly, there may be the
additional cost involved in purchasing a WinXP license for this new
computer. (An OEM CD and license from some previous computer will not
do, for legal and usually technical reasons.)

After backing up any data you wish to transfer to the new OS
installation, simply boot from the WinXP installation CD. You'll be
offered the opportunity to delete, create, and format partitions as part
of the installation process. (You may need to re-arrange the order of
boot devices in the PC's BIOS to boot from the CD.)

HOW TO Install Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;en-us;316941

http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html

http://www.webtree.ca/windowsxp/clean_install.htm

Then, assuming that the computer can be made to work with WinXP,
the backed up data can be restored and applications (Those that are
WinXP-compatible, that is) re-installed.


--

Bruce Chambers

Help us help you:


They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary
safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. ~Benjamin Franklin

Many people would rather die than think; in fact, most do. ~Bertrand Russell

The philosopher has never killed any priests, whereas the priest has
killed a great many philosophers.
~ Denis Diderot