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• Satellite C650D/006: LAN driver not installed in win 7 installation custom

  Hi everyone, I bought a laptop Satellite C650D/006 yesterday from the original owner and he is 5 months old, but I don't like the installation of Windows 7 Home premium 32 bit OEM toshiba so I deleted from the hard drive and installed a complete installation customized windows 7 Edition home premium 32-bit and active with the OEM - COA key on the laptop.

  http://www.MyToshiba.com.au/products/notebooks/satellite/C650D/psc16a-006011/overview#details

  After installation, I noticed that the LAN controller has not been installed in Device Manager so I couldn't of internet connection to run automatic updates of microsoft for win 7,

  I went to the toshiba website and download the driver of network for this laptop and I installed it manually, and after that the laptop has been connected to the internet via an ethernet cable.

  can someone tell me why the LAN Controller software is not installed on this laptop with a custom installation of Windows 7.

  even my new dell and HP laptops install this driver when I do a custom installation of Windows 7, so why not this laptop.

  see you soon

  > can someone tell me why the LAN Controller software is not installed on this laptop with a custom installation of Windows 7.

  If I understand your message, you have deleted the preinstalled Toshiba OS and installed a clean Win 7 OS in this notebook. Right?
  This means that all drivers must be installed after the installation of Windows.
  In some cases the Win 7 use standard Microsoft drivers that are part of the operating system and some devices may be recognized automatically, but in most cases you will need to install the correct drivers.

  > even my new dell and HP laptops install this driver when I do a custom installation of Windows 7, so why not this laptop.
  Than other cell phones use the same chip as C650 LAN card? I doubt not all laptops use the same LAN chip, which means that different driver must be installed.

• custom Windows 7 Pro installation

  I did a custom installation of Windows 7 and now my computer does not detect Hp. Where and how can I get the Hp programs and drivers to get my computer get get recognized by the detecter.  And programs such as hp Advisor and pc doctor to work. I can't do an update when I installed windows 7 pro, because you can not switch to Vista Home Edition to windows 7 pro.  Iwent to the HP support page and put in my computer HP pavilion M8120n mediacenter name and requested updates of programs and I got has been updated litescribe. Can someone help

  OK, let's see what we can find...

  First, install the Intel chipset driver and restart.

  http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&DwnldID=20019&lang=eng&OSVersion=Windows%207%20(64-bit) * & DownloadType=.

  Next is the driver for the graphics card from nVidia in your PC.

  http://www.GeForce.com/drivers/results/56378

  Audio: Accept the agreement. Download and install the 2nd driver on the list.

  http://www.Realtek.com.tw/downloads/downloadsView.aspx?langid=1&PNid=24&PFID=24&level=4&Conn=3&DownTypeID=3&GETDOWN=false

  Network: 64-bit is the second listed file.

  http://downloadcenter.Intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&DwnldID=18713&lang=eng&OSVersion=Windows%207%20(64-bit) * & DownloadType = drivers

  TV tuner card: I think that's the one you need...

  http://h20000.www2.HP.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&swItem=VC-78151-1&mode=4&IDX=0&prodTypeId=321957&prodSeriesId=3688868

  If your PC needs all the other pilots, please click on any device with the small yellow! mark and view the ID of the hardware for it.

  If you don't know where to find the hardware ID, please read the info on the link below.

  http://www.DeviceDriverFinder.com/blog/device-drivers/how-to-check-the-hardware-ID-for-a-Windows-device

• I will back up everything that I want to keep and do a custom (clean) installation for windows 7 Edition home premium.

  Amount of external hard disk space is required for installation files?   I have a 10 gig and a ceiling of 5 gig on my wireless devices, or am I better off buying the staples or office depot installation disc?

  Hello

  "do a custom (clean) installation for windows 7 home premium.

  You say you want to install Windows 7, NOT Vista.

  It is a better idea if you buy you the Windows 7 DVD and then install it from the media.

  You then save model the work of making a Bootable DVD from the download and you also then have a reliable way to reinstall Windows 7 and repair work on this, if you have the need to.

  Before purchasing Windows 7, make sure that your hardware and software will work properly with him.

  Take some time and these checks:

  Go to your computer / computer laptop manufacturer Web site and see if Windows 7 drivers are available for your make and model computer / laptop.

  If this is not available, Windows 7 will not properly work for you.

  Run the "Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/en-US/Download/details.aspx?ID=20

  Check if your specifications are compatible for Windows 7:

  "Windows 7 system requirements"

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/products/system-requirements

  "Windows 7 Compatibility Center" for software and hardware:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/compatibility/Windows-7/en-us/default.aspx

  Windows 7 upgrade paths:

  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd772579 (v = ws.10) .aspx

  And the Microsoft Store where you can get an idea of the price of Windows 7:

  http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msstore/en_US/list/CategoryID.50726100

  See you soon.

• Custom installation of Windows 7 Pro takes too long

  Well, last night I was installing Windows 10, where first steps easily on the past, as in 30 minutes the computer rebooted and reached the point of preparation, with pimples circling above the line. But in the meantime Windows to boot completely, thinking that it won't be more than a few minutes, leave the laptop on battery, I fell asleep, as I was so tired. I woke up this morning to find the computer turned off. I started it. Dotted circles appeared and after some time the dialog box, to show something like "computer is suddenly off, so that Windows cannot continue the installation.

  No problem, I thought, however feel bad.

  • I restarted the facility, the same box appeared.
  • I took the car and formatted the 469 GB primary partition, formatted the partition, MBR, revived the installation, the installation process ran more slowly than ever, everything as it was when I tried to install Windows 7.
  • I took out the disc and deleted all the partitions by using the Partition Wizard, revived the installation, the same. horribly slow. Now more than an hour has passed, and he exceeded not copy files.

  I try to keep my wits about me, as I wonder whatever happens, whatever the change, happens to the configuration of the hard disk!

  I would really appreciate if someone told me exactly how to prepare a hard drive for the custom, clean installation of Windows?

  • Here, I created a partition MBR before or during installation?
  • If Yes, then what is the size? (I think that 100 MB is standard)
  • If so, then in NTFS or FAT32?

  I can't really understand why the installation process changes the way it works.

  Is it possible that the information are rewritten on the installation media to cause this?

  I'm asking questions, but I am open to any suggestions!

  Thank you

  You confuse the Master Boot Record (MBR): https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc976786.aspx

  with a score, they are not the same.

  A new fresh out of the box has no MBR and no partitions. Connect it to your computer as a second drive and you will be prompted to 'Initialize' the reader. Initialization creates the Master Boot Record (but not partitions). When you install Windows partitions (C: Windows and system partitions are created). The system partition is for Windows 7 150 MB (very small partition that contains data for Startup Configuration that needs to load Windows), the Windows C: partition occupies the space remaining on your hard drive. The exceptions are HP, Dell factory installed systems, Etc. which additional scores.

  

  So if you want to start again simply remove all the partitions that Windows created 10, the Master boot Record (MBR) will remain in the tack room.

  J W Stuart: http://www.pagestart.com

• installation of Windows 2003 server on machine existing windows7

  IAM planning to install Windows 2003 server OS on the machine having windows7
  I would like to have a dual-boot setup where I can start/start any one of the
  operating system and start work
  Please note that I will not disturb existing OS i.e, windows7
  Please suggest...

  Assuming you want to install Windows Server 2003 on an empty hard disk or a partition:

  You can start the installation from the installation of Windows Server 2003 to start media. When you are done, follow the steps in this article to repair the boot sector: Windows startup is no longer after you install an earlier version of the operating system in a dual-boot configuration

  For additional tips for Windows Server, please post in Forum Windows Server.  Thank you!

  Carey Frisch

• Unable to perform a custom installation of Windows 7. I have an error message "A required CD/DVD drive driver load. Device driver is missing. »

  Can't custom installation (no pilot of the aircraft were found)

  I can not install custom (boot via dvd) for 32 and 64 bit versions.  When I boot from the disc (sometimes starting will not ask to boot from the disc), startup starts normally then it says:

  "Load driver".
  A required CD/DVD drive.  Device driver is missing. »

  Followed by:
  "No device drivers were found.  Make sure that the installation media contains the correct drivers.

  I can install windows 7 32 bit through upgrade, but I want a custom for the 64-bit operating system setup.

  Course record:
  Vista Home Premium 32-bit
  Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
  3 GB RAM
  Detailed specifications: http://support.gateway.com/s/PC/R/1014739R/1014739Rsp2.shtml

  Tried to install this for a while, any help would be appreciated.

  Perform a custom installation of Windows 7

  With your computer and running of Windows Vista, do one of the following:

  1. If you have a Windows 7 installation disc, insert the disc into your computer. The installation program should start automatically. If it isn't, click on the Start button, click on the computer, open the drive to install Windows 7 on your DVD drive and then double-click setup.exe.

  1. In the page install Windows, click install now.

  2. On the Get updated important for installation page, we recommend getting the latest updates to help ensure a successful installation and to help protect your computer against security threats. Your computer must be connected to the Internet during Windows 7 installation to get these updates.

  3. On the Please read the license terms page, if you agree to the terms of the license, click on I accept the terms of the license and then click Next.

  4. On the type of installation do you want? page, click Custom.

  5. Choose the partition containing Windows Vista (this is often the unit of C) and then click Next. (Do not select your external USB hard drive).

  6. In the Windows .old dialog box, click OK.

  7. Continue to follow the instructions to complete the installation of Windows 7, including naming your computer and set up an initial user account. You can use the same names that you used in Windows Vista, or choose new ones.

  Next: Return your files to your computer and re-install your applications from the original media.

• Windows 7 Professional installation, improvement product, key pre-existing OS license necessary. Cannot install on my netbook?

  I did recently a new installation of Windows 7 Professional on my netbook, as this would be necessary because I was under XP before, however, on the purchase of a Windows 7 disc after you install one of the Microsoft partners, (for a product key), told me at the entrance to product key that I could not use the key on a clean install said. Not there at - there no way to use this key, since I paid my honest money for it?

  Install Windows 7 but ignore entered the product key and uncheck the "Activation".
  Once Windows 7 installed then call and activate by phone.

  How to activate Windows 7 manually
  1) click Start and in the search for box type: slui.exe 4
  (2) press the ENTER"" key.
  (3) select your "country" in the list.
  (4) choose the option "activate phone".
  (5) stay on the phone and waiting for someone to help you with activation.

  Also:
  How to activate Windows 7 by phone
  http://support.Microsoft.com/default.aspx/KB/950929/en=us
  http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/18715-activate-Windows-7-phone.html

  Microsoft Activation centers worldwide telephone numbers:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/licensing/existing-customers/activation-centers.aspx

  Windows Activation Technologies update for Windows 7 - update for Microsoft Windows (KB971033)
  http://windowsteamblog.com/blogs/genuinewindows/archive/2010/02/11/Windows-activation-technologies-update-for-Windows-7.aspx

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  http://www.PAGESTART.com

  Never be afraid to ask. This forum has some of the best people in the world to help.

• X 200-installation custom Vista 32-bit to Windows 7 64-bit?

  Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor says I need to perform a custom Windows 7 64-bit installation and reinstall my programs.

  Has anyone tried installing Windows 7 64 (from Vista 32)?  Is it possible to reinstall the utilities and programs/Thinkpad ThinkVantage?

  I wish I could continue to use the features of keyboard shortcut such as the brightness of the screen (Fn + PgUp/PgDn), "sleep mode" (Fn + F4), etc.  Also, how would it affect Rescue and Recovery?

  It would be better (less headaches) just to buy a new laptop with Windows 7 preinstalled?

  CTech wrote:

  Is it possible to reinstall the utilities and programs/Thinkpad ThinkVantage?

  Win 7 should work pretty well, well enough out of the box to allow you to get a web browser running session.

  So, after you install Win 7 X 64, go on the Lenovo support web site and download the system update utility. Once it's installed, run that and it will lower the relevant Lenovo drivers and utilities for your system configuration.

  You have to manually reinstall other applications and third party utilities.

  See you soon,.

  Bill

• What is the best way to create a custom Windows XP slipstreamed CD so that I can install fees and be perfectly up-to-date on security updates at the end of the installation?

  I have Windows XP SP3 OEM CD. I want to use to create a 'new' Windows XP OEM CD slipstreamed which would include at each update published security for XP since Service Pack 3. After researching this project for a bit, I noticed that an unholy amount of security updates have been released since Service Pack 3. My main question is how can I get all these security updates without having to monotonous download each individually? Or is this the only way? Is there a website that is legitimate and can be trusted who was respected and compressed these updates of security in a single file that can be downloaded? How can I incorporate these security updates? It is even possible to integrate these security updates or would they simply be performed one after the other during the installation of Windows XP?

  System configuration: Winndows 7 RTM, Gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3L motherboard, Intel Pentium Dual - Core E6300 Wolfdale 2.8 GHz, 4 GB of memory PC-1066 DDR2 Patriot Viper, 500 GB Western Digital hard drive, GeForce 8800GT Videocard

  Click here and discover the info, it's the best out there

  http://unattended.MSFN.org/unattended.XP/

• Impossible to install custom Windows 7 like drive not detected

  Hello! I have a problem with my installation of windows, I can't select partitions because s does not exist. Only see the drivers are my usb device and start: (...) I tried to format the partition with cmd but does not score was only 3600 MB (my usb memory), and I deleted my windows! any suggestions? THX

  Original title: installation of Windows 7

  Hello

  Sorry for the delay in responding,

  Thanks for the update and send the screen shot for the same thing. According to the screen shot, it seems that you have chosen the wrong option (Ex - like load a driver) because you do not receive the displayed records.

  Please follow the steps below and check if it helps.

  (A) start the computer from your Windows 7 installation DVD.
  (B) when you are prompted, Press any key to boot from the installation DVD.
  (C) select your language preferences and click on the Next button.
  Click the install button to start the installation.
  If you did step 1, then uncheck the I want to help make Windows installation better area (unless you want), and then click the go online to get the latest updates for installation option.
  If you did step 1, Windows 7 will now check online and install the available installation updates.
  Check I accept the license terms box, and click Next.

  Click (Advanced) custom option. (See screenshot below)

  

  Select the hard drive or partition for the installation of currently installed Windows you want to install Windows 7 on and click on the Next button.

  Click OK.

  Windows 7 installation will now begin.

  It will be useful,

  Concerning

• CVD reference is missing the installation of Windows 7 Image option in MIrage Client after the upgrade to 5.0 Mirage

  Prior to the release and the Mirage 5.0 upgrade, I had a CVD of reference created. I did 5 revisions to the Base layer on the MCV Ref. After each change, I clic click straight on Mirage Client icon, select Tools and then run "Installation of Image of Windows 7. Then I go back to the Console and capture a layer of existing base of CVD Ref. has worked like a charm.

  Since the upgrade to Mirage 5.0 and after the installation of the new client on the MCV Ref, the installation of Windows 7 Image tool is missing. If I try to capture the base in any case layer, it crashes. I checked the logs and he returns with "Execution dock could not be completed" and never captures the base layer.

  I have uninstalled/reinstalled the client on the MCV Ref.

  I have removed the Ref CVD of inventory and created again.

  Still cannot capture the base layer.

  The next thing im going to do is flatten the CVD Ref and available with a base previous output layer and see what happens.

  BTW, this happens on two Ref CVD I created. for example a team lead Ref CVD and another is a Call Center Ref CVD.

  any ideas?

  The only way I could get my MCV reference existing (before Mirage 5.0 upgrade), to capture a Base Layer (after changing new) without having to rebuild my reference Image from zero has been to Sysprep the machine and capture with WDS. I removed the Mirage customer before sysprepping. Then deleted the CVD the stock updated Ref waiting and then I rejected the device pending and removed from CVDs rejected.

  Then was to bring the return of WDS Sysprep image and install the Mirage Client and create a new MCV Ref. I made a few changes and was able to capture the base instantly layer. I will now do the same for the rest of my pre Mirage 5.0 Ref CVDs. I had 3 Ref CVD anyway. If they were not complex images, I would of just them rebuilt from scratch.

  I'm happy to finish with WDS, so much easier to make changes to the images on Mirage.

  Hope this helps someone else with the same number of "Execution of Shim failed to Complete" when revisions to images on Ref CVD after the upgrade to the Mirage Server 5.0

• Satellite A500 - Toshiba tools after the new installation of Windows 7

  Hi I was wondering if my applications which have been pre installed on my Toshiba Satellite A500 would transfer through on a custom Windows 7 Setup.

  I did an upgrade from Vista Home Premium to Windows 7 Home Premium, but I want to do a full installation of Windows 7 because I believe that upgrade does not work as good as a full operating system installation.

  Hello

  I know, if you perform a complete installation, that everything will be wiped on local disk C:, and you have to reinstall all the drivers/application.

• Qosmio F30: How-to: Manual Installation of Windows Xp Media Center Edition 2005

  Manual installation of Windows Xp Media Center Edition laptop Toshiba Qosmio F30 computer 2005
  Last updated October 3, 2006

  Important notes before starting:

  1 - the steps used for "Toshiba Qosmio F30" and for others models Qosmio that comes with "Intel Centrino Duo" Cpu and Xp Media Center 2005 installed.

  2. apply these steps if you have previous experience in the installation of Windows Xp, if you have that experience, then you can use the provided recovery CD to restore your system.

  3 - Windows Xp Media Center Cd is not provided with your laptop, if you have the Cd you can purchase from many online shops and in this case you will get the product key valid Windows Xp which you'll not need (because you already have one, you will find in it a small sticker on the back of your laptop and you can activate your Windows with it).
  In other words (you need for the first and the second Cd of Windows Xp Mce 2005 SP2 Oem).

  4. do not try to implement these measures on the other Versions of Windows Xp, use "Windows Xp Media Center Edition 2005 Sp2 Oem" only

  5. you must have the Usb floppy drive to install "Toshiba Raid Controller", it can be installed that by having the driver on a floppy disk and pressing F6 during the setup of Windows Xp, if you do not install the Raid driver then will Windows Xp does not recognize your hard drive.

  6 - notice of disclaimer
  I don't will not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or allegedly caused by or in connection with the use of this site or its content, including but not limited to delays, omissions and inaccuracies in content.

  Steps to follow:

  1 create drivers Cd of "Toshiba help utility", you should see the Toshiba help icon on the desktop, and then in the Toshiba help choose the "protect & difficulty" tab, you will find the Option ' create drivers & tools Cd "and insert a Cd Virgin to write to this
  "If this Option did not work, then you must install the restore Cd to get this job", the drivers are installed in a folder called Toolscd in the C:"" drive. To install your recovery Cd Power on your laptop and the "F12" hold and use the arrow keys to select the icon of the CD to boot from the Cd.

  2. create the Toshiba Raid since the driver Cd driver, the Toshiba Raid driver must be added during the Installation of Windows XP when they are asked to "Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or Raid Driver".
  To do this, insert the Cd of ' Windows' drivers, it will run automatically or Run "Browser.Exe" inside the Cd The 'Raid Driver' and click on Select 'Installation', it will show you the Raid driver files, insert A Blank Floppy and copy the files in The Floppy 'To be sure that all the files be on the root of The Floppy' or to download the Toshiba RAID driver from the Toshiba web page download driver and extract the file zip on a diskette. Yet once, all files must be at the root of the floppy disk not in a folder"

  3 - Connect your Usb floppy drive and insert your Cd of Windows Xp Mce 2005 1 turn on your laptop Hold "F12" and use the arrow keys to select the icon of the CD to boot from the Cd.
  When you get the Message «Press any key to boot from CD...» ", press a button, if you do not press a key, it does not start from CD-ROM, press F6 when prompt to 'press F6 if you need to install a third party Scsi or Raid Driver".
  The Setup program continues until you are asked if you want to "S = specify additional device. Press' and specify the driver Toshiba Raid for Xp. press "enter" to continue with the Installation.
  Do not upgrade your Installation of Xp, start new Windows Installation and Partition on your hard drive, Windows Installation will be ask you to insert Cd 2, and will copy some files and will ask continue you to insert Cd 1 once again, with the installation until Windows finish the installation of the.

  4 - after Windows finishes the Installation insert the Cd drivers and select "Microsoft Updates" from the Drivers Cd click 'Installation' button, click on "Qfe" and ONLY install the following updates (don't let the updates restart your PC until you have finished installing all of the updates)
  A Q896256
  DIFFICULTY 'computers that are running Windows Xp Service Pack 2 and that are equipped with multiple processors that support processor power management features may experience decrease in performance'
  B Q910437
  DIFFICULTY 'High Hit Count Watson Crash in Wu Client '.
  C Q889673
  DIFFICULTY "Hardware (Dep) - computer activated may quit unexpectedly after recovery from sleep mode or hibernation in Windows Xp Service Pack 2"
  D - Q896243 (very Important, this will make SD and MMC cards for work)
  DIFFICULTY "ADD Support high-speed SD card"
  Other updates are not required to install, because you will install it later when you run Microsoft updates website updated Microsoft after finishing to activate your Windows.

  5 - Download and run "Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility' of the Intel Web site
  (Restart your PC after Installation)
  Do not install "Driver Chipset" since the drivers Cd, this is an old Version, try installing the most recent from the link above.

  6 - install the "Display Driver" of the Cd of drivers (no need to reboot).
  Note: To avoid annoying Messages to drivers during Installation to do the following: -.
  Go to control panel, system, Hardware, player signature properties, select "ignore - install the software...". »
  Go to control panel, system, hardware, Windows Update properties, select never 'search Windows Update for drivers'

  7. now you must configure your Internet connection and activate your Windows so that you can run "Windows Updates" from the Microsoft Windows Update Web site
  Your Internet may need one of the following drivers (depending on your Modem)
  A if you your Internet through LAN then install the 'network' of the driver Cd driver.
  B if you your grace wireless Internet then install the wireless network driver "" of the driver Cd.
  C if your Internet via USB then install the driver provided by the manufacturer of your Modem.
  D if your Internet through Dial-Up connection and then install the "audio driver" driver CD, this driver will install the audio driver and activate the Modem device and a Message appeared "find new hardware, peripheral Modem" ignores the Message and restart your PC then install "Modem Driver" of the driver Cd.

  8. now, go to the Windows Update Web Site and install all required updates "try to run Windows updates several times until you install all updates, because initially, Web site will updated Windows Installer 3 files only after this restart, your computer and go to the Windows Update Site again and continue to install updates. ", select the custom updates and install all critical and optional updates to date."

  9 - install "Common Modules" of the driver CD this module is an essential component on Windows XP systems, it is necessary to other original programming TOSHIBA works correctly.

  10 continue to install the other drivers and Utilities CD of drivers, but do not install the drivers following: -.
  Atheros Client Utility "no need".
  Bluetooth Monitor "do not install, install only the"Bluetooth Stack".

  Enjoy your PC powerful Qosmio Toshiba laptop.

  Hi Reaver, thanks for the installation instructions wonderful. I think that you have contributed to many users here.

  Ciao

• Preparation of an installation of Windows XP Home edition CD with a MINIMUM required drivers for A200-1AX

  Greetings,

  I am trying to install Windows XP Home edition on my old days by Satellite A200-1AX. Today, I tried to boot from the CD of Windows XP Home edition or after the copy of the system files, the laptop produces the error that Setup did not find any hard disk during the Installation of Windows XP. I looked on the internet and found the following page:

  http://www.howtogeek.com/HOWTO/Windows/resolving-Setup-did-not-find-any-hard-disk-drives-during-Windows-XP-installation/

  Explains how to resolve this problem. So I try to make my own installation CD of Windows XP Home edition with the necessary drivers. My first question is: what are the minimum required drivers to ensure a smooth installation process until I get the XP running? It is not necessary to install the drivers for all the A200-1AX since the first installation of XP, I can always go back and install those remaining of the XP; but I don't want the installation process interrupted due to a missing driver where I have to repeat the process of manufacturing more install of WXP CD custom. The list of drivers and devices provided by Toshiba is too long to write on a single installation with XP CD.

  My second question is: there is an update of the bios/firmware required in accordance with the instruction list. Is it necessary BEFORE or AFTER the installation of Windows XP Home edition?

  If I decide to go back to VISTA using the recovery CD, I must restore the bios/firmware?

  Thanks in advance for your answer.

  Best regards, Ashraf.

  > My first question is: what are the minimum required drivers to ensure a smooth installation process until I get the XP running

  You will need to include only the Intel Matrix Storage Manger for the XP CD again. Without this iMSM XP will not see the HARD drive
  This driver is important. Other drivers can be installed after the installation of XP!

  > My second question is: there is an update of the bios/firmware required in accordance with the instruction list. Is it necessary BEFORE or AFTER the installation of Windows XP Home edition?

  There are 2 versions of BIOS; One for Vista and one for XP. Generally, the update of the BIOS must be made before the instillation of OS but you can also try to do after installing XP. In both cases, the update of the BIOS would be possible.

  > If I decide to go back to VISTA using the recovery CD, I must restore the bios/firmware?
  Generally, Yes! Without the good BIOS features like the FN buttons could not work properly!