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Also, Vaios generally don't come with all the applications on disk. Make sure to follow the process to make your backup disks BEFORE you wipe and install XP. This is really important because you'll need your drivers for stuff like your trackpad and your bluetooth, and it's a nightmare trying to download them online.
Also, I've heard you can download and install Windows 7 for free right now as it's in beta. This might be an option also. I haven't tried it, but I've heard really, really good things.
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05-11-2009, 01:28 PM #16
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yes it is - just find a geek to do it for you unless you are confident about doing a reformat. Hint, back up everything first.
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05-12-2009, 07:14 AM #17
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05-12-2009, 08:02 AM #18
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The only problem is that in a few months, your version of Windows 7 will shut down every two hours until you buy the official release: http://dvice.com/archives/2009/05/windows-7-rc-no.php (Shameless plug for the website I write for!) Originally Posted by Flur
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05-12-2009, 10:33 AM #19
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It's good for almost a full year ('til March 2010). It's trial software, and that's one heck of a trial period! Originally Posted by Pedal Wench
Unless the OP already owns a copy of XP, she'll need to buy one. If I was in her shoes (and considering how badly I want a Vaio P I may find myself in her shoes soon) I would try out Windows 7. If it's great, I'd buy it in March. If it's not great, no harm, no foul, time to buy a copy of XP and install that instead.
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Yes its doable. However the only problem is driver support for your devices. Generally speaking on a desktop this is not as much of a problem. But on a laptop where the drivers are mostly provided by the manufacturer (Sony) then I would check their web site first for what Windows XP 64-bit drivers they have available. Also you'll need to obtain a copy of Windows XP 64-bit to install; legally of course. Originally Posted by PinkBike
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05-12-2009, 02:49 PM #21
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This is where uber-geeks are your friend. My son does this kind of thing all the time - he's an electrical engineer who owns more computers than furniture. The uber-geek will know how to get everything for you. Originally Posted by parity
Yes its doable. However the only problem is driver support for your devices. Generally speaking on a desktop this is not as much of a problem. But on a laptop where the drivers are mostly provided by the manufacturer (Sony) then I would check their web site first for what Windows XP 64-bit drivers they have available. Also you'll need to obtain a copy of Windows XP 64-bit to install; legally of course.
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