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    What do I need to run windows with bootcamp?

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by claremont, Jun 19, 2006.

  1. claremont

    claremont Notebook Enthusiast

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    Do I need a windows cd or something? If I can't get one what is my cheapest option?
     
    claremont, Jun 19, 2006
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  2. cashmonee

    cashmonee Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    You will need:
    Intel Mac
    Newest firmware (1.01?)
    Boot Camp Download
    Mac Driver CD (from Boot Camp download)
    Full non-upgrade version of Windows XP Home or Pro w/ SP2

    The cheapest way to get a full version of XP is an OEM from somewhere like Newegg. Must be a full version and must be SP2
     
    cashmonee, Jun 19, 2006
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    xmen155 Notebook Enthusiast

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    So if my XP OS doesn't have SP2, I can't just update and download it?
     
    xmen155, Jun 19, 2006
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  4. cashmonee

    cashmonee Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    No. It HAS to all be on one disc. You may be able to slipstream it, but i am not sure.
     
    cashmonee, Jun 20, 2006
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  5. mr.pibb

    mr.pibb Notebook Geek

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    How do you show them you receipt through newegg? Do you mail a copy to them before or after you receive windows?

    Also, is this the right one to choose? :

    Microsoft Windows XP Home With SP2B 1 Pack - OEM

    Thanks.
     
    mr.pibb, Jun 17, 2007
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  6. PR0DiGY

    PR0DiGY Notebook Consultant

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    Torrent...
     
    PR0DiGY, Jun 17, 2007
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  7. masterchef341

    masterchef341 The guy from The Notebook

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    you dont need to show anyone a receipt. you just need to have the disk and a cd key. that is the right one.

    if you want to play games right now- i recommend windows xp.

    if you want to play games in 3 months- you should probably buy vista.
     
    masterchef341, Jun 17, 2007
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