I have a new Dell XPS 8700, with Windows 8 and hate it...Guess I'm old school...Can i change it to Vista??
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I think it should not be a problem to downgrade your OS. Maybe you can try Windows 7 too, should be similar to Vista.
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Yes. I just finished setting up my new XPS 8700 system a few days ago. Although I was unable to download 8.1 at first (I could not find it available in the Windows Store at first), I was eventually able to do so and it seems to be working fine right now. I am not sure about the reason for the delayed availability, but it could have been due to the need for the computer to install some Windows updates (as the computer was manufactured in late January 2014) before becoming able to accept the 8.1 download and installation.
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I am using Windows 7, Vista has a terrible reputation and would suspect that that is the problem. My advice is to dump Vista.
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I was gonna say that! :-)It is possible to designate that the NXT software be run on Vista in XP compatibility mode. I'm not going to describe it here unless there is specific interest it going that way. The 1.1 version is worth the investment for other reasons, so it should be your first choice. The new software may even be included in the more recent shipments without the need to contact customer service.
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Not sure if you can downgrade it...but I can tell you this is an AWESOME machine! I would suggest getting this and learning Window 8...it is a bit of a pain to learn...but you'll soon discover that Window 8 is not as bad or as difficult as you might have thought and actually helps things work faster. Hope that helps you out.
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I get very frustrated with 8. You have to be open to learning the program or maybe taking a class on it...tutorial. You can switch to the old desk top version, too, with the Windows 8 that I have on here.
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The best thing to do once you receive the computer is to call dell customer service by telephone and have them guide you though the upgrade to 8.1. You can configure 8.1 to boast directly to your desk top. It's a great upgrade from windows 8 which sucks.
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Hi Stuart. I used one of Laplink's 'PCMover' programs to upgrade from Vista to Win7; it worked really well and was simple to use.There is a PDF guide which you can download and print out; this takes you step by step through the upgrade process. Laplink's support team headed by Ray Pettit is excellent; you can chat online for help if needed. This link will advise you which program is most suitable : http://www.laplink.com/index.php/individuals/pcmover-for-windows-8/feature-overview Regards Bob.
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I had no luck with Vista or window 8, even though the specs show otherwise. Good luck
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It is up to you. I don't know how you use your computer. I can say that I purchased the new Dell 660 with Windows 7 and it works much better than my old computer with Vista.
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To whom it may concern asking the question that you say you hate windows 8.1, delete it off your computer..it was design and made to stress out the consumer buyers with to much complexs in order to keep you spending money to the technicians. It's all a mind game set up for the buyers to fall prey to. Istill use windows X/P ... because its so simple. Go with windows X/P or windows vista which is less confusing and easier to operate. My email is tcbmrt22@yahoo.com if you need me further. OK.. have a blessed day stay safe. Mr. Tee!
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I would love to upgrade to XP, however, I am not talented enough to do it by myself and Best Buy won't uninstall Vista...any suggestions?
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I had to order it special with windows 7. seems like everything comes with windows 8 now, but there are plenty of units with 7. I wanted 7 because of poor reports about 8 and was told it would be compatiable with all my apps that use Vista. Not True, 7 still took some getting used to.
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Why not just stick with XP Pro. When I got my Dell, I just asked for it to have Windows XP Pro installed as that's what I had on my old computer and I liked it a lot better than the newer (7&8) systems. The Dell came as requested AND ALSO WITH an XP Pro system install disk so that if I ever had to restore it I could. It pays to ask! I don't care if XP and XP pro aren't going to be supported. IT WORKS FOR ME! Lonnie
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It's Windows 8 compatible, which seems to be even more of a challenge, given my thus far horrendous experiences with Windows 8. I hate windows 8 I wish I had known better and gotten windows 7. Better yet, I wish they'd never done away with XP!
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Did you ever get an answer. I'm shopping for a new monitor and I really like what I have read so far except for one review that said it better with VISTA. I'm a true believe in XP, so if it doesn't work with XP, it don't need it. I would like your opinion if you are asking this question. What else other than price do you like about this monitor. I can't fnd anything about a USB port and is that really necessary. Jim Spring, TX
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windows 8 and it is completely different. It is more like a phone with apps. there is an option to see the desktop that is similar to Windows xp, but there is definitely a learning curve you have to get over.