Going back to Windows XP

Question

I have a Inspiron 1501 Laptop. I have recently installed the upgrade for Vista.  I have incountered many problems with it.  And I am wanting to downgrade to Windows XP. What would be the saftest way to do that and what disk would I use to do that with?? Thanks.

SR45 · Answer

Clean install only.. Reformat and Reinstall windows xp. Save your stuff or its lost. You do have the windows xp disk do you not ?

Dim 4400
2.6 Ghz 400 FSB
1 Gb 2100 DDR memory
Windows XP Home
120 Gb Seagate 7,200 drive
24 inch 2407 WFP
XFX 7800 GS O/C AGP
16x DVD-R
410 watt ( PcPower&Cooling )

Message Edited by SR45 on 03-19-2007 08:17 AM

Darrel112 · Answer

I've encounter some installations problems at first, but, most have been solved and working pretty good now. Give it a chance.

mike_dembski · Answer

I spent almost 10 hours (including 2 hours with Dell remote into my laptop) and regret ever getting started on this process. I have a Inspiron 1405E Intel Duo 1.8 with one gig of RAM (I know I need more, I don't run Aero). The system runs much slower, boot up and shut down are much longer. I requested and received a set of restore disks from Dell. I suggest you get them while you can.

SR45 · Answer

Its always best to do a clean install of Vista, not an upgrade to eliminate the old code and messing up the system for many.  :smileywink:

Darrel112 · Answer

I agree with SR45. The first time I didn't and had all kinds of problems. The second time I did a clean install, and download drivers from Dell's website. Much better now.

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