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    XP or Vista for an older dell lappy?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by thespeakerbox, Jan 13, 2009.

  1. thespeakerbox

    thespeakerbox Notebook Guru

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    I have an old m170 xps laptop that im gonna keep around for kicks. I'm unsure of what OS to load on it. I have the following OSs on hand

    Vista business
    xp pro


    I might hook it up to a tv sometimes, if that matters. lol


    2.00 ghz
    1 gb ram
    6800 go
    broadcom 570x
    intel prowireless 2915abg
     
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  2. swarmer

    swarmer beep beep

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    Specs?
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    dbam987 wicked-poster

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    I say Vista (with SP1) since it's very stable now with a much better driver support. People have gotten it to run somewhat well with 1 GB of memory, but if you're willing to try, you can get SP2 (beta) and see if that helps.

    Edit: Vista's security features (even if they are annoying) is much better than XP's security, so that's another plus for Vista.
     
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  4. Shyster1

    Shyster1 Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    It largely depends on the specs of the system in question. If you were to post those, we might be able to give you useful suggestions.
     
    Shyster1, Jan 14, 2009
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    thespeakerbox Notebook Guru

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    I loaded up vista, but am running into ethernet controller problems.

    The xps gen 2 uses the Broadcom 570x gigabit. I downloaded the new drivers off of the broadcom site, but am still seeing amber lights and getting limited connectivity to the net.
     
    thespeakerbox, Jan 14, 2009
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