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Fantastick_Dave

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Vista to XP?
« on: March 14, 2007, 08:14:16 AM »
This may be over the top, but:  I recently bought a Toshiba Laptop (Satellite A135-S4427).  Due to compatibility issues with a number of programs, etc., I am curious: is it possible to re-format this laptop with XP, even though it arrived with Vista?  The software that I have been using, including ACT 6.0, CompanionLink, Office 2003, Acrobat 6.0, etc. all worked fine with XP, but I am experiencing compatibility issues with Vista.  So, can it be done? :-/

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Re: Vista to XP?
« Reply #1 on: March 14, 2007, 09:15:37 AM »
You should be able to format your computer and install XP by booting with a legitimate CD...

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/316941

I don't think you can install XP over Vista, but maybe I'm wrong?
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Re: Vista to XP?
« Reply #2 on: March 14, 2007, 09:26:17 AM »
Yes, you can do that, i.e. format and install XP.  You may need to visit Toshiba's website and download device drivers.  
« Last Edit: March 14, 2007, 09:27:11 AM by soybean »

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Re: Vista to XP?
« Reply #3 on: March 14, 2007, 09:45:46 AM »
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Yes, you can do that, i.e. format and install XP.  You may need to visit Toshiba's website and download device drivers.  
Ah, yes...good call, soybean.
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