How do I downgrade to Windows XP? -Windows 8 sucks bad

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• How can I downgrade from Windows 7 to Vista?

  I bought a computer with vista. I've upgraded to Windows 7. Can I downgrade from Windows 7 to Vista or even XP?

  You can UN-do the upgrade (the restoration of Vista), but you can not downgrade to Windows XP. See...

  How to uninstall Windows 7
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971762

  ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft

• How can I downgrade from Windows 7 to Windows XP? Where can I get the disks for this?

  No not supplied with the PC recovery CD.  Where to get recovery HP CDs. says buy from Microsoft, Microsoft says contact manufacturer

  original title: Downgrade from windows 7 to XP

  If you have an HP computer with Windows 7 pre-installed,

  (a) you will not be able to find the drivers for your computer hardware for XP (except if you bought your computer, just like Windows 7 was spilled) - even if you could find somehow a copy of XP to install and

  (b) any person at HP who told you to contact Microsoft won't - HP is obliged by its license from Microsoft to provide you with a mechanism (it doesn't have to be physical CDs) to reinstall the operating system that was on the computer when you bought it.

  What is your "product number" HP?  See http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/findModel?lc=en&dlc=en&cc=us

  Why would you downgrade to XP anyway?

• How can I downgrade to Windows XP from Windows 7?

  Made a new installation on a disk hard new Win 7 64-bit.

  Unfortunately - I have to retreat to XP PRO 32 BIT (long story)

  I have a CD XP PRO SP 3.

  Boot from the CD - loads of stuff as usual - BLUE SCREEN to STOP 0000007 b.

  Any suggestions to what tool, which version etc to clear the HD and "Start OVER" are appreciated.

  Thanks for your time

  Hello

  Win7 for XP > install XP on a Partition different for example E: partition. You can see under 'Computer' C:, E: or F: partitions. Windows will not be downgraded to the same partition.

  If Win 7 took all the space and then reduce it to create the United Nations space partitioned. How to do? Type "compmgmt.msc" on start it > search.

  Access storage disks and see the partitions. Right click on the C: partition (it could be different, must first ensure) that contains the Windows 7 system. then select "shrink"...  Enter the size to reduce for example of 50 GB.

  Insert the XP cd and select "install a new copy.

  Follow the instructions: and where you are prompted to select the partition to install to., select "UN partitioned space. It will be formatted everything first installation can continue.

  Note: Anyone considering a downgrade to XP must check to ensure that a * comprehensive set of drivers XP * is available for the material in question before trying to install XP.

  Another consideration as possible: If the computer in question is under a manufacturer's warranty, the owner can check with the manufacturer to find out if the guarantee is meant by changing the operating system.

  It will be useful.

• How can I downgrade from Windows 8 64-bit for Win8 32 bit on my HP Envy?

  Bought the HP Envy for my children, but their favorite a few months ago game requires a Java Update, which is not available for 64-bit Windows 8. We waited for an update is available, but it looks like it will take another few months...

  So we decided to restore the system and wanted to change to 32 bit. Unfortunately, during the restoration there was no option to select 32-bit instead of 64-bit.

  What can we do to downgrade successfully to 32-bit on Windows 8?

  afgorkids,

  Welcome to the HP Forum.

  I admit that I might be missing your point, so bear with me...

  This is an excerpt from Java to Windows 8 FAQ page:

  Why only I get the 32-bit JRE when I go to Java.com?

  Java.com offers a version of Java based on your browser and operating system (OS). If you are running a 64-bit version of Windows 8, you have access to 32-bit versions and 64-bit Internet Explorer 10 on your system. The desktop version of Windows 8 operating system does not run in 64-bit mode (unless you have improved in Internet Explorer 10 on Protected Mode), Java 32-bit is the default value.

  Java downloads for all operating systems

  Windows which should I choose?

  	Windows (32 bit) offline file size: 27.8 MB	Instructions	After installing Java, restart your browser and check that Java has been installed correctly.
  	Windows offline (64-bit) file size: 29.3 MB	Instructions
  We have detected that you may be viewing this page in a 32-bit browser. If you are using 32-bit and 64-bit browsers interchangeably, you need to install Java 32 - bit and 64 - bit in order to have the plug-in for both Java browsers. " FAQ on Java 64 bit for Windows

  Click on the thumbs-up Bravo !

  It's a nice way of saying 'Thank you' for help.

  While I strive to reflect best practices of HP, I do not work for HP.

• HP Compaq CQ58 PN D0X18EA #ABU OS WINDOWS 8? How do I downgrade from Windows 8 for Windows 7?

  Dear community

  I really would like to substitiute the Windows 7 operating system for installation of Windows 8. I was told that is not possible, but I wanted to check with you before I give up on this issue.

  Thank you

  JB39STR

  WARNING *.

  HP does not recommend installing Windows 7 on a computer comes with Windows 8, and it will support the installation of Windows 7. HP doesn't provide drivers for Windows 7 and the appropriate drivers are not available for the hardware in the computer. In addition, Windows 7 can not take in charge some of the hardware or software designed for the computer.

  Make sure you create your media recovery HP or USB Flash Recovery discs before you edit or change anything.

  You should ENABLE 'Secure Boot' and 'Legacy Support' in the 'BIOS Setup boot secured' on the settings below page before you may try to install Windows 7;

  

  or

  

  In addition, as the hard drive is partitioned as TPG, you must start the computer by using the "UEFI - CD/DVD drive" in the start menu "F9". If "UEFI - CD/DVD drive" or something to that effect does not exist in the start menu, please post a screenshot and/or make startup listed options.

  I suggest to use a disc of Windows 7 SP1 for the best installation experience. If you need a Windows SP1, see 'How to install Windows 7 without the disc' to download and create your own. If the DVD does not start as UEFI, you may need to use a USB Flash drive (can ask "Quick start" DISABLING in BIOS) as the installation media. Please download the Windows 7 USB/DVD download tool to create a Windows 7 SP1 USB Flash drive. The USB can not be recognized as valid a source of UEFI boot by some computers if it is formatted in NTFS and may require some modifications to work correctly.

  Here are the specifications of your laptop Compaq CQ58-331SA. For your model, HP seems to provide that drivers of Windows 8. Many drivers Windows 7 (with the exception of the Audio driver) from the page of drivers PC laptop HP Pavilion 2123us g6 should run on your computer. Please try this Realtek HD Audio Driver. Do not use the BIOS file in the page g6-2123us is not compatible with your model.

  Thanks for posting to the Windows Device Manager "Hardware ID" additional missing or unknown devices, as shown in the example below.

  

  If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.

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• How do I downgrade from windows 8 on windows vista?

  I installed the windows 8 consumer insight and for some reason any stopped my Internet working so I need to go back to vista, I think, but I'm not sure that I have the vista partition but I don't know how to find or use. I don't however have a vista disc. I have the good mentioned windows.old folder in other threads. Any help?

  How to uninstall Windows by using the Windows.old folder:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971760

  Next article refers to Windows 7, but the same principles should apply to Windows 8.

• How can I downgrade from Windows Vista to Windows XP on my Compaq Presario v6000 series?

  I have Windows Vista. now, I want to go from vista to xp.how can I do this? Please tell me step by step. I have compaq presario v6000 series laptop? thnk

  original title: vista to xp? HW

  Hello

  First thing to do is to make sure that XP drivers are available for your model computer.

  Search drivers XP here model number: http://www8.hp.com/us/en/support-drivers.html

  Then, buy a XP disk and license. You will have to search in online stores (beware of scams, piracy!), for old copies computer stores, etc.

  Then, if you can buy XP, perform a new installation of XP, Vista operating system cut the hard during the XP installation.

  How to do a fresh install of XP: http://pcsupport.about.com/od/operatingsystems/ss/instxpclean1.htm

  See you soon.

• Downgrade to Windows 7

  Hi, I'm James.  I want to downgrade to Windows 7.  I have Windows 8.1 and I hate it.  I have a HP Pavilion 2297nr g7.  I bought refurbished on Ebay and it came to me with Windows 7.  I upgraded to Windows 8 and was sorry I did.  I would like to know how can I downgrade to Windows 7 and also get the right drivers.  Can someone help me?

  Hello:

  First of all, read this document for the BIOS settings change so that you can install and continue running W7.

  http://support.HP.com/us-en/document/c03736054

  After you have installed windows 7 x 64, the first pilot, you need to install is the amd chipset drivers.

  You want the first driver on the Web page. To install the smbus and usb 3 controllers.

  http://support.AMD.com/en-us/download/chipset?OS=Windows%207%20-%2064

  Then, all the W7 x 64 drivers and the software of this model will work also on your own, except the wireless driver.

  DO NOT USE ALL DOWNLOADS OF BIOS OR FIRMWARE OF THIS MODEL

  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareCategory?OS=4063 & LC = on & CC = US & DLC = in & sw_lang = & Product = 5275619

  Use this driver for the wireless card...

  http://h20565.www2.HP.com/portal/site/hpsc/template.page/public/PSI/swdDetails/?spf_p.tpst=swdMain & spf_p.prp_swdMain=wsrp-navigationalState%3DswItem%253Dob_118499_1 & javax.portlet.begCacheTok = com.vignette.cachetoken & javax.portlet.endCacheTok = com.vignette.cachetoken

• How downgrade from Windows 7 Ultimate to Windows XP Home Edition?

  How downgrade from Windows 7 Ultimate to Windows XP Home Edition?  I understand that what is happening back, but my printer & a lot of programs that I can not afford to replace now is not compatible with Win7.  I tried to insert the WinXP disc, but he says the facility is "blocked due to compatibility issues".

  Hello

  To install windows XP on windows 7, you need to start your computer while the cd is in the drive. This will allow the system prompts you to "Press any key to boot from the CD-ROM.." and then follow the instructions accordingly.

  I hope this helps.

• How downgrade from windows 8.1 to windows 8

  I have a HP Pavilion laptop 15-E016TX (3rd Gen Ci5 / 4 GB/1 TB / Win8 / graphic 2 GB) who came up with the unique language of windows 8.  It has recently been upgraded windows 8.1 without even giving me an option to cancel the upgrade. After the update the system became shit. It restarts again and again the desktop screen. When I right click on the desktop I can not access the graphics property option or set the switchable property option... It gives an error that 'cli' is not found. Even my games do not work properly (its getting hanged)...

  Can you please help me how downgrade to windows 8 with the detailed procedure given that I don't have a deep knowledge of resetting or updating of systems...

   

  Thank you

  YSRK wrote:

  I have some doubts about this...

  1 Wil it erase all my data of all readers... I had a single disc hard when I brought in the first instance, I manually partitioned it...

  Ok. You have not provided this information before. So my previous post was a waste of time. You will need to buy HP recovery media. If you are available and active recovery media recover image factory, it would be to delete and recreate the partitions on the boot only disc not the secondary hard drive.

  Looking for discs recovery or recovery usb media?

  2 what, reset or refresh the pc. This will help?

  N ° reset or update will only update to the current Windows 8.1 operating system

  3. is it going to be unilingual Windows 8 again.

  It will not work if there is no recovery partition, if you do not have to worry about that

  4. How can I stop the installation of windows 8.1 in the future.

  Change the settings for Windows Update. See the following image

  

• How downgrade from Windows 8 for Windows 7 on a Dell computer?

  Original title: dell xps cannot restore

  Does anyone know how to restore before windows 8 download. Installation of big mistake and now I cannot uninstall or restore to a point before. I'm not computer ace, can anyone help? Thanks in advance

  Hi Mikey,

  Please write us with the following details.

  1. What version of Windows 8 you have installed on your computer?
  2. Why would you downgrade to Windows 7? What problem are you having with Windows 8?

  To descend from one operating system to another you are unable to perform a restore of the system as the operating system restore points will not have another operating system. You must install a new copy of Windows. In this case, you have installed Windows 8 on your computer and now you want to downgrade to Windows 7, I suggest you contact your manufacturer regarding this issue.

  You can also check out the link below.

  Understanding downgrade rights

  http://www.Microsoft.com/OEM/en/licensing/sblicensing/pages/downgrade_rights.aspx#fBid=0b8lHOTI97a

  You can also see the steps in the link below.

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_8-windows_install/Dell-Windows-downgrade/92a13719-57be-4cc5-bf45-f816a599b481

  Feel free to write us if you're having other problems related to Windows.

• How to format c drive Windows XP Pro? I'm trying to downgrade to Windows XP Home Edition OEM CD. Request CD will not allow.

  Hello

  I have a PC with XP Pro, which I think is not a legitimate copy of the operating system.  So, I am trying to install an original OEM OS from Windows XP Home ed. Paraphasing error message: "Cannot go back," I want to start by reformatting the c drive.  However, I don't know how to do so on Windows and in the 'Run' dialog screen.  I tried to start the configuration of the screen (F8 on reboot) but the CD player says "disabled", and I can't seem to activate.  Any help that works will be greatly appreciated.  Thanks in advance.
  PS: this is my first time using this forum, so I hope I can find the answer if someone answers

  I think xp reformatted drive what ever you choose to install on. A good work-around: do you do a fdisk. Set your bios to boot from floppy. Go to the directory and use the format command. That it will scan.

  http://www.computerhope.com/boot.htm make the boot disk.

• Satellite C850D - Downgrade from Windows 8

  I have a Satellite C850D, which was shipped with Windows 8. I want this downgrade to Windows 7. I have a Windows 7 DVD, but when I try and install it I get is an error message indicating that there is an error with one of the startup files.

  Is it possible to install Windows 7 on a computer that came with Windows 8, and how to remove the OEM of Windows 8 version and replace it with Windows 7.

  Any help/advice would be appreciated.

  Sean

  Hi Sean

  Yes, it is possible to install Windows 7 and other systems. But this requires some changes in the BIOS.
  You must disable secure boot and go the CSM UEFI.
  As far as I know after changing two options, you should be able to boot from the Windows disc.

• I can't use the Wi - Fi after downgrading my windows!

  Hello, I'm Loh. Today, I have a problem on my computer laptop that is why I would like to ask you this question.

  I bought the new laptop HP, which is 'HP Pavilion 15-p031tx Notebook PC Drivers' and at first by default, Windows 8.1 was unique language, which was not enabled, in my laptop. Then I want to use the functionality of windows 8, I downgraded to windows 8 pro with the spark of dream. After that, I realized that I can't connect to the internet and I saw computer manager, there is no network drivers in my laptop!

  So now I would like to download the driver for windows 8 pro wifi adapter. But I could not find where and how. I need your help as soon as possible.

  The controller material properties in my laptop network ID are

  PCI\VEN_14E4 & DEV_4365 & SUBSYS_2230103C & REV_01

  PCI\VEN_14E4 & DEV_4365 & SUBSYS_2230103C

  PCI\VEN_14E4 & DEV_4365 & CC_028000

  PCI\VEN_14E4 & DEV_4365 & CC_0280

  You are the very welcome.

  If you have a Broadcom wireless card then you will need to use the wireless Broadcom for W8.1 driver

  http://h10025.www1.HP.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareDownloadIndex?softwareitem=ob-136550-1 & CC = US & DLC = in & LC = on & os = 4158 & Product = 7169861 & sw_lang =

  Not sure why it does not work. I don't think it matters if you run W8.1 or W8.1 Pro on your machine.

  The drivers are the same.