adding memory, un-installing programs: For a definite non-tech person, is it easy to un-install programs not wanted in this computer?
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Open control panel and choose "add/remove" programs...scroll down to the program you want to uninstall and click yes to the uninstall option. It's a good idea to reboot your computer once that is done. The NB505 has one slot for memory you will need to open the back of your netbook and remove the one gig stick already in that slot, then insert the 2 gig stick. No, it does not have to be from Toshiba but stick with the better known brands of Crucial or Kingston...$33 is about average for a compatible 2 gig stick. I ordered mine from Crucial through Amazon..."CT25664AC800 2 GIG 200-pin SODIUM DDR2-6400 Memory Module." I don't recall any instructions with the netbook but they will come with the memory stick. Be sure to unplug the netbook AND remove the battery before you open the case!
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No, but you can move some applications over to the memory card after installation.
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Hello J. Deutsch, Thanks for your interest! The computer has Windows 8 pre-installed on it. We only sell used items, and we do not have a way to uninstall operating systems. You may be able to take the customer somewhere to have this done, but we are not 100% sure. Sorry we couldn't be of more help.
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I moved everything. I wanted the OS. Maybe you could clone it all and then remove all the applications. Or maybe someone else has a better idea.
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No, you would never expect to have anything pre-installed on a bare drive like this. Formatted maybe, but usually not. Completely empty.
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I haven't done it yet but see no reason that wouldn't allow you to. I plan to add more ram to the one I own. As for upgrading the OS that shouldn't be any issue either.
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Yes, but remove all newer versions that are loaded as a trial copy on new computers.
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I haven't tried, I purchased it as the XP-Pro was necessary for a particular program I run and the computer is dedicated to that program. The ram would be a bit light on the one I got.
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Yes. You can move everything over. What's programs that are not compatible would just need to be installed with the correct install.
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Office is not included by default. You will need to add it should you need those programs.
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No. Can be installed by your trusty computer store though. I was surprised at it's absence but may have contributed to great price.
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Hello, Yes- this is the software you want. This isn't an upgrade, but the full 32-bit version. This software will place a folder on your hard drive called 'Old Software' and place all your XP Apps and data there- for you to add once the installation is finished. Secondly, 1 GB of ram is adequate- but if you can add more ram, Windows 7 won't have to swap hard drive space for memory. This software is best on Windows machines with Core 2 Duo machines or AMD A4 machines that are capable of 4gb of ram.
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I don't think you can, however I haven't tried. Also, this computer does not support windows 8 so the likelihood of installing apps may be a problem. Hope this helps.
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No, you do not have to re-install anything. Does not effect any software you have installed at all.
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I wish that I could answer this with 100% confidence, but I can't. I'm guessing that you won't have any issues as it has all of the proper timings and settings. The install is very easy, so I would just try it out. Do give the system plenty of time to boot. First time I booted with the new memory, I "freaked out" a bit thinking that the system wasn't going to boot - AGAIN - with a memory upgrade. I had tried some other memory that I had laying around.... that was a flop! It did boot, it just seemed to take a bit longer than the first time. Good luck!
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It's a very real problem for me. I can only install a handful of applications (less than 10) that I want. I had to uninstall chrome (which I loved) because it took up 1/3 of my usable internal storage.
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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.