HELP formatting X200 and re-installing XP. Thanks!

hi,

I got my X200 a few days ago but I feel it is kind of slow because the huge number of pre-installed software packages which most of,I don't need. So, I want to start from scrap and install only the stuff I really need.
my system came with a XP downgrade from Vista Bsuiness and with some recovery disks.
I understand that XP is not among the disks, but I have an old XP install disk so its no problem...
Also, It's important for me to format the system completely and not use one of the recovery discs that return the system to the state when it was shipped to me with the way too much software...
My problem is how will I be able to re-install all the system drivers- of the WiFi, Bluetooth, turbo memory etc... and also the important ThinkPad software like system update and so on...
Does one of the discs that came with the computer contain those drivers and software install files (And not part of a whole system install which I want to avoid, and just pick the ones I want installed...)
My old Dell came with a disc containing all the drivers of the system parts so I could install each one individually. Does this computer come with this as well??

I would be happy to receive any tips or help on how to format and then re-install XP from scrap and then installing all those drivers.

Thanks a lot!!!!!!!!!!!

Nir.

 

You should be able to find drivers on Lenovo's website. It's always a good idea to get all your drivers prior to reformatting and put them on a disc or flash drive so you don't have to worry about finding them later.

Also, make sure your old XP disc is the same version of XP (i.e. Home or Professional) that came with your notebook.

 

My personal approach is to disable startup processes and services that I dont need, then see.

cheers ...

 

First, note that the X200 does not have an optical drive, therefore you'll need to either utilize an external disc drive or load the OS onto a USB drive to install it. Before doing this, I'd recommend grabbing all of the drivers for your installation since (having done the process before), I know that the WiFi and ethernet controllers will not work on a blank Vista or XP install.

If you do not know how to install Windows from a flash drive, you can check this tutorial I put up on my site (not linkwhoring, I'm just that useful)

http://rocketsilence.com/db/2008/09/06/howto-install-windows-usb-hd/

 

Great username mate.

 

Thanks a lot for all the great advice!!

 

I would say stick with Vista.

The X200 hardware was built for to work best with Vista. I'd almost say you'd have a better experience on that machine with Vista on it.