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Windows 7 for Netbook

  • 22-07-2010 05:49PM
    #1
    Noel_
    Closed Accounts Posts: 10 ✭


    Hi,

    I am hoping to buy a Asus Eee PC 1005PE netbook tomorrow, but I am unsure about Window 7. I like the new version of Windows but this mean I must pay e150 (ish) to download it onto the netbook, making the netbook more expensive. I have a copy of XP on disk from my old laptop, but there are no disk drives on the netbook. :confused:

    I am considering the possibility of buying an external disk drive and uploading XP on teh netbook, but I was wondering whether any of you had similar experiences and how did you manage to do it. Ideally, I would like Windows 7, but its a little expensive (for me). :rolleyes:

    I would appreciate any advice/tips/hints you might have to do this.

    Thank you
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  • #2
    KeithM89_old
    Closed Accounts Posts: 12,806 ✭✭✭✭KeithM89_old


    That netbook seems to come already preloaded with WIndows 7 so you shouldnt need to buy it seperately


  • #3
    Alanstrainor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,146 ✭✭✭✭Alanstrainor


    You can load xp on to a usb stick, it's not the easiest, but there are plenty of guides online, just google it. Windows 7 is very easy to boot off a usb stick no real messing around with it.
    The netbook will have at very least xp home on it already, and could possibly have Window 7 basic installed.


  • #4
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 CMod ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Your new netbook should already have an OS installed.

    How much longer is MS going to support XP?

    I've a new Toshiba netbook with 2 gigs memory that runs fast and clean on Windows 7. The Starter version of 7 runs fewer simultaneous apps, but that is not a problem, given that I have an older rig with greater capabilities (also Windows 7). I do not have an external drive, and download apps from the web without problems. Have never downloaded an OS from the web.

    XP was OK when I had it years ago. I went through Vista growing pains, and was glad when Windows 7 was released. No probs with 7 thus far.


  • #5
    ED E
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36,094 ✭✭✭✭ED E


    I suspect the EEE comes with Xandros(Linux Distro) and not Windows. Both are available.

    OP, just buy one with 7 preinstalled... or you could use Easy Peasy Ubuntu, I do and love it.(On an old 700)
    Color
    Crystal Black
    LCD Size / Type
    10.1"
    LCD Resolution
    1024x600 (WSVGA), (Color-Shine)
    Processor
    Intel ATOM N450 CPU
    RAM
    1GB DDR2
    Graphics
    Intel UMA
    Storage Size and Type (+ Internet Storage)
    250GB HDD
    Wireless
    802.11 bgn
    Bluetooth
    YES
    Operating System
    Windows 7 Starter
    Software
    Windows 7 Starter Preloaded; ASUS Exclusive Utility Eee Docking, Super Hybrid Engine, SW：MS Works, MS Office 60-day Trial, MS Live, Anti-Virus software
    Webcam
    YES
    Battery (Battery Life)
    63W/h (Up to 14* Hrs)
    Inner Sleeve Case
    NO
    Weight
    2.80 lbs (with Battery)
    Dimensions
    10.31" x 7.01" x 1.02"~1.44"
    Warranty
    1 Year Global Warranty, (6 months for battery, 30 days ZBD Guaranteed)
    http://commercial.asus.com/product/detail/57


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