Help me i want to install windows xp ,linux and vista on my dell inspiron 1525(dell recomends vista.pls tell abt drivers also.pls tell me the process as soon as possible.

Hi,
The Inspiron 14 that you have isnot compatible with windows xp, as it needs certain drivers for the hardware that is installed on the computer that are not supported by XP. However you can install windows vista as an operating system and install Office 200. However if you are using the Linux operating system the office 2007 would not be compatible with the same.

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Proton

dell laptops running in windows xp and vista can install any free software as long the software is windows based like xp and vista.

If your laptop is still under warranty, installing WinXP will void the warranty. It's very tricky. I'd suggest getting another PC with Internet connection and search and download drivers as needed for your 1525. Good luck.

http://theeldergeek.com/xp_pro_install_-_graphic.htm

Illustrated, step-by-step procedure. Any questions, let me know.

hi,
here is the link which would help you to installation process. Please go through them.

You can get a re installation guide specific to your Dell here
http://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/software_reinstall/en/index?c=us&cs=19&l=en&s=dhs&~ck=mn

This is a great guide for reinstalling on a Dell: http://www.djdenham.com/Install%20Procedures.htm
http://www.djdenham.com/Install%20Procedures.htm

This is a site that walks you thru a simulated XP installation:
http://www.echoproject.net/en/software/catalog.html

These are good guides to reinstalling XP . . you might want to print one for reference during the install.

http://www.winsupersite.com/showcase/windowsxp_sg_clean.asp
http://www.socrtwo.info/cleanxpinstall.htm
http://www.theeldergeek.com/xp_home_install_-_graphic.htm

or

http://www.laptops-drivers.com/dell-laptop/how-to-install-windows-xp-on-dell-inspiron-1525-or-downgrading-vista.html

Thanks.

http://www.laptops-drivers.com/dell-laptop/how-to-install-windows-xp-on-dell-inspiron-1525-or-downgrading-vista.html

hope this will help

Here is a set of links to follow to get the appropriate drivers for XP for the 1525. You also might want to check Dell's site they have a list of drivers available for XP and the components.
http://support.euro.dell.com/support/topics/topic.aspx/emea/shared/support/reinstall/en/reinstall_center?~ck=ln&c=uk&l=en&lnki=0&s=gen


Follow this simple Installation step to downgrade Windows Vista to Windows XP.
a. You have to prepare SATA Driver on your USB Disk. You may get the Dell Inspiron 1525 SATA HERE
b. You have to prepare Dell Inspiron 1525 Wireless Card Driver as well known as Broadcom BCM 4311.
c. For Dell Inspiron 1525 Webcam you have to get Creative Labs Webcam that you may get it in the Windows Update Sites.
d. Get Marvell Yukon 88E8040 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller drivers.
e.
Video Card Driver Intel GM965
Dell Application Software Quickset
Ricoh R5C833 Flash Drive controller Driver
Sound Audio Driver Dell Inspiron 1525 SIGMATEL STAC 92XX C-Major HD
Download Intel Chipset
Dell Inspiron 1525 Modem Conexant D330,HDA,MDC,v.92,
Touchpad
Notes: After installing windows XP, you have to prepare windows Downgrade XP patch for Dell Inspiron 1525 before installing Dell Wireless 355 Bluetooth Module and finish Dell Inspiron 1525 driver for Windows XP Installation. Enjoy Xp on your Dell Inspiron 1525 Notebooks.

you have to install the xp first then vista.but before installing xp please check the availability of drivers for xp

sorry u can't download windows XP u should purchase it and remove vista and install windows XP after installing u should download drivers for the dell laptop Inspiron 1525 of windows XP because vista is pre installed operating system including with drivers

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