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    Can I install Tablet features on XP Pro?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Nirvana, Feb 24, 2009.

  1. Nirvana

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    I recently bought an IBM X41 tablet, however, it came with a XP pro and the recovery partition was deleted. So I am wondering if there's any way I can install some sort of add-ons to convert it into Tablet 2005? Basically the tablet pc input panel is what I concern the most, and would be nice if I can have the notes taking apps too. Any comments would be appreciated. :)
     
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    I am not sure, but there is a provision somewhere that says that you cannot LEGALLY use an XP Pro licence/disk to get the Tablet functionalities.

    Short of getting the correct Tablet version for Windows (or trade in a Vista Business/Ultimate licence for the XP Tablet Edition), it is a moot point trying to add some sort of 3rd party apps (if any available) onto XP to make it "tablet".

    cheers ...
     
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    But my x41 does has the tablet pc license key stick on the back. It just that the seller installed XP pro on it.
     
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    Cool, you just need to find a Tablet installation disk and you are all set.

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    Problem is I don't have the disk nor a CD-ROM :(
     
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    May be some sites on the net that would sell recovery disks? Or (re)ordering it direct from Lenovo at a small cost?

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    qhn, Feb 24, 2009
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