Has Anybody Installed Windows 7 on this Samsung? I don't want to put the Starter version of 7 on here, but maybe Home. I have upgraded the RAM to 2 GB. How does Windows 7 run on this netbook (if at all?). Any performance pros or cons when compared to XP SP3? Has Anybody Installed Windows 7 on this Samsung? I don't want to put the Starter version of 7 on here, but maybe Home. I have upgraded the RAM to 2 GB. How does Windows 7 run on this netbook... » Read More Has Anybody Installed Windows 7 on this Samsung? I don't want to put the Starter version of 7 on here, but maybe Home. I have upgraded the RAM to 2 GB. How does Windows 7 run on this netbook (if at all?). Any performance pros or cons when compared to XP SP3? « Show Less
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i have windows 7, runs fine but I stopped the desktop window manager functions to preserve battery life and enhance performance. otherwise, everything runs slowly. I also didn't upgrade the RAM so maybe that's why things are slower with the desktop manager on.
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Nevermind - I've since put Windows 7 Home Premium on this computer and it runs like a champ. No slow-downs, slightly better battery life and quick boot up/shut-down times. I'm happy!
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Yes, get it with Windows 7 installed. This is a standard computer, not a touch screen tablet. There seems to be little or more likely NO advantage to running Windows 8 on such a computer. But getting the Window2s 8 in stall disk gives you the capability to change in the future if you want to. I am sticking With Windows 7. Works well on this Lenovo model.
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Does anyone worry about buying netbooks and this computer and Microsoft ending support for XP like they eventually did for Windows 98 ? I would want 2GB of RAM if I ever had to install Vista...
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I would be so curious and interested to know what your other computers are that do not 'compare' with the Samsung - are they netbooks or ultraportables? If so, what exactly makes the Samsung better? Could you describe the screen, please, in detail? Is it bright, deep color saturation, are the fonts clear and legible and crisp, how is it in the sunlight, that sort of thing. So many reviews say 'great screen', but go into no detail, and I really want to know before I take this plunge. Much appreciate.
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Honestly I was disappointed to the point that I rarely use the laptop now. I use my desktop computer for everything I do on the web, and if I have time then will just uninstall Win8 and install Win7 instead. I'm hoping that it is not a hardware issue though, as it is already 3 months since I purchased mine.
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Actually you are incorrect, the above post about Windows 7 not running on an ARM processor is correct. Windows 7 only runs on an x86 or x64 architecture which ARM is not. Most netbooks use a Intel Atom processor which is an x86 or x64 architecture processor, some may have an AMD low power chip NEo or Fusion I think or some use a VIA x86 chip. So no, you cannot install Windows 7 on the gTablet. There might be a future release of Windows 8 or Windows Phone 7 that might run on ARM but not currently and I doubt that it would run very well on it even it it could be done. Just google windows 7 on ARM and see. Actually you are incorrect, the above post about Windows 7 not running on an ARM processor is correct. Windows 7 only runs on an x86 or x64 architecture which ARM is not. Most netbooks use a Intel Atom processor which is an x86 or x64 architecture processor, some may have an AMD low power chip NEo or Fusion I think or some use a VIA x86 chip. So no, you cannot install Windows 7 on the gTablet. There might be a future release of Windows 8 or Windows Phone 7 that might run on ARM but not currently and I doubt that it would run very well on it even it it could be done. Just google windows 7 on... » Read More Actually you are incorrect, the above post about Windows 7 not running on an ARM processor is correct. Windows 7 only runs on an x86 or x64 architecture which ARM is not. Most netbooks use a Intel Atom processor which is an x86 or x64 architecture processor, some may have an AMD low power chip NEo or Fusion I think or some use a VIA x86 chip. So no, you cannot install Windows 7 on the gTablet. There might be a future release of Windows 8 or Windows Phone 7 that might run on ARM but not currently and I doubt that it would run very well on it even it it could be done. Just google windows 7 on ARM and see. « Show Less
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The one I ordered was windows 7 Home premium Ultimate 64-bit with a version of Microsoft Office trial that does not expire, but if you update windows you have to delete the new version to keep using......I am very satisfied with this laptop, I electronics technician by trade. I have not had any complaints other than the onboard video card. As long as you are not gaming it is fine just don't like that I cant have my icons smaller with the 1366x768 limitation. plenty of speed and storage, also boots crazy fast. Even with the large amount of programs I have on it. Hope this helps.............
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HiReally depends on the age of your machine. This version is for system builders, meaning you'd have to wipe windows xp and install win7 fresh. This won't upgrade an existing windows installation.If your machine is older than 4 years, I'd suggest a new machine.The install took 15gb of my hard disk
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There appears to be conflicting opinions as to whether 2Gigs of memory will improve performance with this netbook. I was just about ready to order the upgrade until reading these comments.Has anyone here upgraded and if so can you say for sure that it has sped things up at all? I actually just called Acer tech support and was told that the Acer Aspire One A0532h-2588, cannot be upgraded to 2GB. So I don't know what to believe now.
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I was told by Samsung that Win 8 is burned into the Motherboard and you cannot, BUT!I was also told by a local PC maker that they do it all the time. When I get time, I am going to have it donehere locally. I have Win 7 loaded on a SSD drive ready to go. Check around your area for smart People thatbuild custom PC's and they should be able to do it for you at a minimal cost.
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If you have a netbook with Windows 7 IT IS RUNNING ON AN ARM processor. The above post is incorrect.
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Yes, I did install windows 7 on this computer, after a complete wipe of the HDD. Windows 8 was for some reason very unstable (at least one BSOD a day). All the drivers you can get from the Acer web site. Despite the fact that they are listed as windows 8 drivers, all the installation files worked fine in windows 7. Only driver that is not listed on Acer website is USB 3.0 driver, because windows 8 comes with one by default. If you do a search on web by Hardware ID, you should be able to find the correct one with no problems. I had used the windows 7 for two weeks now and it is completely stable - no BSODs at all.
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Keeping XP on a system after support drops is a bad idea, besides W7 runs fine on a T60 with a ram upgrade (mine has 3Gb). Add a small form USB flash drive. W7 will ask if you want to use it to speed up the system... Say Yes. I added a cheep 60Gb SSD and my T60 is as fast as my 1Year old I5 Dell (well almost). I also removed the DVD and added a drive expansion bay with a 500Gb drive. I figure its good for another 3-5 Years.I love the fingerprint scanner ... and so does my wife.
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Windows 8.1 is a great OS. Pretty much works the same as 7, but much better with new hardware. It is very stable and fast, and all the hardware works very well with it. With an SSD drive on my new system, Windows 8.1 boots in <3 seconds! It has never crashed!That said, System Builder OEM is for 'New' installations and will not 'upgrade' over your existing PC running Windows 7. Personally, clean installs are the way to go anyway...then reinstall the applications/games you want on it. If you don't have an SSD drive, buy one and put Windows 8.1 on it. You won't be disappointed!!!!
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Is the general consensus that this is going to be a good to very good machine? I like most of the specs, but you never know until you have it in your hands...would love to hear thoughts of those considering purchasing this netbook.
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Hi Really depends on the age of your machine. This version is for system builders, meaning you'd have to wipe windows xp and install win7 fresh. This won't upgrade an existing windows installation. If your machine is older than 4 years, I'd suggest a new machine. The install took 15gb of my hard disk
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I have never personally tested that limit, but I have no doubt that Microsoft is correct in their documentation that Windows Starter will not support more than 2 GB of RAM: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa366778(v=vs.85).aspx#physical_memory_limits_windows_7 However, I also don't know if you would really "NEED" more than 2 GB of RAM with a netbook. Granted, more is often better... but how many programs would you really have opened on this thing? Right now on my desktop computer I am only using 1.7 GB of RAM and I have IE opened, 4 tabs in Chrome, Skype, Remote Desktop Client, Windows Explorer windows, Task Manager, Google Talk, One Note, VPN client, Windows Live Mesh, and antivirus software. Now I am not saying that you don't want to add as much RAM as you can (within reason) but if you spend another $65 on top of the price of this laptop that puts you at just shy of $400 then if you need to upgrade out of Windows Starter that puts you closer to $480 or so for the total cost. At that point you might be better off starting to look at other options and or re-evaluating your needs for a netbook. For $480 you could get an HP D1MZ that has a faster processor, faster and bigger hard drive, already runs Windows 7 64 Bit Home Premium, and has a slightly larger monitor. Granted, that is really a "higher class" of Netbook, almost an ultra portable laptop more than a netbook... All that being said, I still fully intend to purchase this computer (I keep waiting for them to come out with a different color.... my daughter would be thrilled with a red option since I know she will be using this more than I will be) and from what I have seen it appears to be a great machine. Just something to keep in mind if you are going to start adding upgrades, you might be pricing yourself into a different "class" of netbooks/ultra portable laptops.