Will I be able to downgrade a new windows 8 computer to this version of windows XP? What wil be necessary? What new machines can I use to do this?
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Albert, don't downgrade windows 8 on your windows xp version. Window xp will be stopped in circulation soon. So if I were you, I would upgrade your windows operating system to windows 8.1 version, which is the latest windows operating system now. from Mario L.
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Kade C. Your answer is probably the worst answer to a question I have ever seen. This is because no, they do not offer a Windows XP option to come with this computer. However, if you purchase the install disk for Windows XP, and clear the hard drives, yes, you could easily boot it with Windows XP instead of Windows 7. But, unless there is a VERY specific reason you want XP, please get Windows 7 instead. It's much more smooth and you will be far more pleased. Keep in mind, this is a "gaming" PC, so smooth is your best friend. :)
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You can but the only thing that will be preserved would be your personal files such as documents, music, pictures, and videos. You will have to reinstall all of your programs such as Microsoft Office, Adobe photoshop, etc. So you can upgrade to Windows 8 from XP but the only thing you can keep will be personal files.
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Yes, but I would suggest a complete format, nor will the downgrade be free. This may cause compatibility issues with the provided Lenovo software, which I find incredibly useful, so I might suggest buying from a retailer that provides the option for Windows 7 already installed.
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The one I had purchased came with Windows 8 installed and its honestly one of the best operating systems I've ever used. It lacks the simplicity of Windows XP but makes up for it with its own subtle simplicity as well. Once you get the hang of the new Start menu it all feels like it combines what made XP and 7 so good and puts it into one operating system.
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Yes. You can upgrade via the normal process. You can purchase Windows 8 and perform an upgrade. What you should do, is but model ALW18-6491sLV, it is exactly the same system except that it comes with Windows 8 pre-installed. I detailed why I went with Windows 7 in my review, Windows 8 is good but runs best on a touch screen. I hope this helps.
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As I read it, after I got it is NO. It will not update anything unless, you completely format your hard drive, since it is for new computers, and not an upgrade. That is what I wanted and when I got this I couldn't even understand what I was supposed to do. You have to buy another program to get ready to install this one. So my answer would be no upgrade for any operating system. I wanted it for XP, but have a Vista too, NADA, as I read it. I sent it back and Amazon is amazing in handling returns. Thanks Amazon.............
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There shouldn't be any issues if you want to roll it back to Win 7, but this particular computer comes with Win 8 pre-installed.
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Mine is 32 bit. But beware that XP is no longer supported by Microsoft and they WILL FORCE you to change to windows 8... My advice is to change to Windows 7 asap.
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Not sure fully as I didn't try it - only loaded on XP. There is a mode in Windows 8 which will allow old application to run in new OS - you should try that. From a WEB link "The good news is that most software that runs in Windows XP should also work in Windows 8. If you hit problems with a particular application, try running it in Compatibility Mode. To do this, right-click its icon and choose Troubleshoot Compatibility - or search your computer for "Run programs made for previous versions of Windows". Follow the onscreen instructions to see if the application fares better with settings that emulate an older edition of the operating system. Good luck
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The answer to both questions is yes. To install in win8 you must open the CD or download by right click and run as administrator or the install Will crash. I just logged my 40th dive with the xp 10 on a win8 machine. Happy bubbles, Daniel
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I realize this answer is a little late...I've been away. My laptop came with Windows 7 installed, and an upgrade disc for Windows 8. Windows 8 loaded with "downgrade rights" means you would have to install Windows 7, which would be included with your purchase. It just takes more time than purchasing a Windows 7 computer with "upgrade rights." Hope that helps. Answer here...
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Yes, you can downgrade Win 8 to Win 7. Here is web that show you how to do it: http://www.crn.com/slide-shows/applications-os/240155734/how-to-downgrade-from-windows-8-to-windows-7.htm
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The short answer is yes. You could upgrade to windows 8 Pro, and then use windows to downgrade, or you can reformat your hard drive and install from disk. The real question is why would you do it? The downgrade option is more for businesses that are not able to upgrade at the same time. Remember when windows 7 came out and people wanted to rush back to Vista, and Vista to XP, and XP to 95. I don't think that anyone tried to get back to 3.1.
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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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hi Douglas, No, this one has no downgrade rights to Windows 7. You may reformat the PC and install a Window 7 OS instead, but you will have to buy the OS, media and license, and it will definitely void the PC's warranty. Thanks PCrush
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I do not know if Windows 8 can be transferred to another computer. I have never tried it or heard of anyone doing it.