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    Clean Install - T420

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by reaxion, Jun 1, 2011.

  1. reaxion

    reaxion Notebook Enthusiast

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    Finally, I have gotten a Thinkpad in my hands!

    I just feel theres alot of junk I really don't need, and want to ask the community how many have you done a clean install? And your comments about it I would really appreciate it.

    Thanks.
     
    reaxion, Jun 1, 2011
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  2. PatchySan

    PatchySan Om Noms Kit Kat

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    I tend to do a clean install on my ThinkPads, it just gives me a bit more control on what goes on my system and what doesn't. Normally I would be able to trim around 35 processes on average from a factory install.

    Do make a set of recovery discs though before doing anything so you got backup should things go wrong (or wish to resell later on). I written a basic guide on how to do a clean install on the T420 for reference in which you can find on the T420 thread.
     
    PatchySan, Jun 1, 2011
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