How do you remove bloatware from this laptop?
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Like all computer issues, there is more than on way to solve any problem! IMHO, the best thing to do, is 1) make a set of recovery disks, 2) make a copy of C:\SWSetup on a thumb drive, 3) re-partition the drive into 1 partition and 4) install a "retail" version of Windows 7.
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Follow the link below: http://www.insidemylaptop.com/taking-apart-asus-k52f-laptop/
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Another side note to mention... Nearly any computer you get pre-built from a manufacturer will come with "bloatware." It should be expected.
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You need to clean your system. There is a web site on the papers that came with it. It well walk you through how to open and clean everything out.
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yes, undo 4 screws and add a stick of laptop memory. there are videos on youtube how to do it. very simple.
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Gary, I can't seem to get rid of anything I mentioned as it isn't removed. So I just added Firefox and use it. I didn't know IE was needed for the purpose you mention about updates so am glad I left it there. That's a very useful bit of info for the future. I did keep Trend Micro but am using Avast (that one is new to me and so far I've been very happy with it) and can use on 3 computers. I haven't needed Open Office yet but will keep in mind either it or cloud apps you mentioned. I've been very pleased with this netbook and its battery life. Thanks so much
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Many...way too many as far as I was concerned. I ended up deleting serveral of them. Some is Lenovo's and lots of third party stuff. If you are looking for a full office install, not there.
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Im not sure at all just look up on youtube how to Disengaged a windows 7 laptop touch pad.
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Not much crap/bloat ware from where I got it (Best Buy), it comes with windows 7 home premium I think.
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I would be very cautious with deleting any drivers, rather look into downloading a w8.1 patch or something along those lines.
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I did not use the software, but your computer should mount the drive like any external hard drive. So you should be able to wipe the drive with your existing operating system's software. The cable basically makes an internal hard drive into an external hard drive.
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Basically when they say there is no bloat ware, there is no software that is try to buy/sell software. Internet explorer is there, I do not believe there was any trial anti virus or internet protection. All that was present was the basic functioning windows 8 with basic apps such as mail and messaging. It is a very functional platform and easy to add your own software without having to uninstall all the added stuff
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It's not removeable and yes, it's already pre-installed. Hope this information helps. =]
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Hi Evelyn. We suggest that you perform a computer clean up. After that, you may download the setup software here: http://www.belkin.com/us/support-article?articleNum=4736
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Roof, if you do a clean install of the 8.1 operating system from the disks, there would not be any Lenovo programs or bloatware, right?
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Product key ships in the ship group. As for the recovery disk it carries the factory load image. If you want one without the bloatware then remove the bloatware and create your own recovery disk.
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windows 8, plus a bunch of usual bloatware that can be pretty easily removed. Nothing like Office or Quickbooks or something substantially useful. That said, it is a great computer that has been working reliably and has a really nice touch interface that works.