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Resolved Windows 7 manufacturer preinstalled.

Discussion in 'Windows 7' started by BobbyScot, 2012/08/09.

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    BobbyScot

    BobbyScot Geek Member Thread Starter

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    I am having considerable problems with my HP Presario CQ5115uk computer.
    My question is, can I remove all installed programs installed by HP and in place install Windows 7 Home Premium full version? I fully realise that all software installed by HP, including Factory Settings will be lost and will require the full version of Windows 7 to be installed. Can I just have Windows 7 and my other saved software installed, or is there much more involved?
     
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    Arie

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    That is what I always do. Although I use Dell laptops, I format & install a 'retail' version of Windows. The only thing you have to do is download all the drivers for your computer from the manufacturers web site.
     
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    BobbyScot

    BobbyScot Geek Member Thread Starter

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    Arie, thank you for prompt answer. Drivers, do you mean as in mother board, monitor and video card etc?
     
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    Steve R Jones

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    Yes..that's what he means..

    Must be nice to be rich guys like you two. I just take control of my machine and uninstall things I don't want to be there.
     
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    BobbyScot

    BobbyScot Geek Member Thread Starter

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    Steve R Jones, not rich just trying to enjoy the last but precious years of life. Mind you, computers are just like us, at times need rejunivated with new parts.
     
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    Steve R Jones

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    I've never used this but a lot of people have... You could used your paid for version of Windows and try it:

     
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    BobbyScot

    BobbyScot Geek Member Thread Starter

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    The PC Decrapifier that Steve mentions, I downloaded the software and installed. It certainly does what it says, however I must give this software a "Red Alert ". I erased all software not used and HP unwanted titles with
    PC-D. Everything was fine until computer was restarted, then all hell was let loose. Each Desktop icon that I opened took ages to initialise and in part computer simply froze, requiring a computer restart. I have no doubt that
    PC-D is a good utility and is free, but utmost care must be taken at all times or face the consequences.
     
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    Arie

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    Has nothing to do with rich... Windows XP came out in 2001, I had 6 years to save for Vista. For Windows 7 there was only 2½ years. Upgrade from Vista Ultimate > Windows 7 Ultimate was around $200.
     
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