Jessi_Gurl
I have a compaq evo d510 and I want to completely redo my computer, but I didn't get the computers disk when I bought it off ebay. How do I go about redoing my whole computer without the disk. Oh it has windows xp.
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well, the fact that you're asking on yahoo answer implies you wont be able to do it even if i told u. ill tell you anyways:
1. your computer should have came with a "backup" partition. figure out how to use that.
2. buy the overpriced operating system from any office supply store or computer store and install it. install drivers after. (easiest way to do this, but most expensive, might was well buy a new computer)
3. download an operating system. you can download a free one like one of the Linux (try it before you say "i dont know how to use linux" it's actually as easy as using your phone. All devices come with an operating system. so remember that first time you used your phone and you had to learn how to navigate through your phone to know what to do? it's the same thing. some programs are compatible with linux though... but there are alternative programs) u can also download a fake windows for free and figure out how to crack it.
advance: optional: u can actually put the operating on a flash drive and install it since you asked "without a disk"
well, the fact that you're asking on yahoo answer implies you wont be able to do it even if i told u. ill tell you anyways:
1. your computer should have came with a "backup" partition. figure out how to use that.
2. buy the overpriced operating system from any office supply store or computer store and install it. install drivers after. (easiest way to do this, but most expensive, might was well buy a new computer)
3. download an operating system. you can download a free one like one of the Linux (try it before you say "i dont know how to use linux" it's actually as easy as using your phone. All devices come with an operating system. so remember that first time you used your phone and you had to learn how to navigate through your phone to know what to do? it's the same thing. some programs are compatible with linux though... but there are alternative programs) u can also download a fake windows for free and figure out how to crack it.
advance: optional: u can actually put the operating on a flash drive and install it since you asked "without a disk"
How do I install the drivers and operating system for my Hp nc6230 laptop?
Q. I need to know how to install
everything there is to be installed on my computer to make it function the way it did when I purchased it from the store. I do not know what I am doing, so if someone could give me step by step instructions on how to do this I would appreciate it so much. Also where can I down load all I need online for free. Thanks so much !!!!!!
everything there is to be installed on my computer to make it function the way it did when I purchased it from the store. I do not know what I am doing, so if someone could give me step by step instructions on how to do this I would appreciate it so much. Also where can I down load all I need online for free. Thanks so much !!!!!!
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You cannot do what you want to do.
Sure. As has been pointed out, you can download the software that an operating system needs to use your hardware... for free... straight from HP. However, you CANNOT download your operating system for free. This is why you cannot do what you want to do. You want to download EVERYTHING for free, and that's not going to happen.
The CHEAPEST way to perform a factory recovery is to call HP tech support and PURCHASE the recovery discs. http://www8.hp.com/us/en/contact-hp/phone-assist.html#section1 You may have to call their business use support line, since that is a business class notebook. Why do I suggest that you follow this course of action and pay for it? Because purchasing the Windows Vista based recovery discs made for your laptop will cost you around $45 or so. If you go to the store (staples, best buy, etc) and buy a copy of Windows 7, that will cost you $119 or more... and HP doesn't even provide the driver software to work with Windows 7... which means you will pay MORE money and it still won't work right, if you use Windows 7.
Again... there is no downloading your Operating System for free. At least, there is no downloading Windows for free.
If FREE is more important to you, than anything else... then you need to use something other than Windows... and you need to drop the desire to make the laptop like it was when it was new. Use Linux Mint. It is a free operating system. http://www.linuxmint.com download the ISO image of the latest version of Mint, burn a DVD from it, put the DVD in the laptop, and boot to the DVD. Once you are looking at a desktop, double click on the desktop icon that says INSTALLER.
That's free.
You cannot do what you want to do.
Sure. As has been pointed out, you can download the software that an operating system needs to use your hardware... for free... straight from HP. However, you CANNOT download your operating system for free. This is why you cannot do what you want to do. You want to download EVERYTHING for free, and that's not going to happen.
The CHEAPEST way to perform a factory recovery is to call HP tech support and PURCHASE the recovery discs. http://www8.hp.com/us/en/contact-hp/phone-assist.html#section1 You may have to call their business use support line, since that is a business class notebook. Why do I suggest that you follow this course of action and pay for it? Because purchasing the Windows Vista based recovery discs made for your laptop will cost you around $45 or so. If you go to the store (staples, best buy, etc) and buy a copy of Windows 7, that will cost you $119 or more... and HP doesn't even provide the driver software to work with Windows 7... which means you will pay MORE money and it still won't work right, if you use Windows 7.
Again... there is no downloading your Operating System for free. At least, there is no downloading Windows for free.
If FREE is more important to you, than anything else... then you need to use something other than Windows... and you need to drop the desire to make the laptop like it was when it was new. Use Linux Mint. It is a free operating system. http://www.linuxmint.com download the ISO image of the latest version of Mint, burn a DVD from it, put the DVD in the laptop, and boot to the DVD. Once you are looking at a desktop, double click on the desktop icon that says INSTALLER.
That's free.
What are the differences between UNIX and Linux, and what about all those choices within Linux?
dan G
What are the operational differences between Linux and UNIX? Why would a programmer choose one over the other? What about software selection and ease of programming (with already basic knowledge of programming, and wanting to dive in to open source)?
In terms of Linux, what makes things like Red Hat cost money and things like Ubuntu not? Is pay-for OS based on Linux better quality than freely distributed OS? What is the best choice for Linux-or-Unix OS for a budding programmer?
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What is Linux
http://www.linux.org/info/
What is UNIX
http://www.unix.org/what_is_unix.html
Why Linux is Better
http://www.whylinuxisbetter.net/
Linux is open source therefore in most cases free of charge with the exception of enterprise releases such as SUSE Linux and Red Hat
http://www.novell.com/linux/
http://www.redhat.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_source_software
What is Ubuntu
Ubuntu is a community developed operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. Whether you use it at home, at school or at work Ubuntu contains all the applications you'll ever need, from word processing and email applications, to web server software and programming tools.
Ubuntu is and always will be free of charge. You do not pay any licensing fees. You can download, use and share Ubuntu with your friends, family, school or business for absolutely nothing.
We issue a new desktop and server release every six months. That means you'll always have the latest and greatest applications that the open source world has to offer.
Ubuntu is designed with security in mind. You get free security updates for at least 18 months on the desktop and server. With the Long Term Support (LTS) version you get three years support on the desktop, and five years on the server. There is no extra fee for the LTS version, we make our very best work available to everyone on the same free terms. Upgrades to new versions of Ubuntu are and always will be free of charge.
http://www.ubuntu.com/products/whatisubuntu
Here are some options for installing or trying out Linux
Option One (Full installation)
I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 8 Main Edition which is built upon Ubuntu 9.10 Its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled
Linux Mint 8 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=44
The Perfect Desktop - Linux Mint 8 (Helena) Installation
http://www.howtoforge.com/the-perfect-desktop-linux-mint-8-helena
Linux Mint 8 Helena User Guide
http://www.scribd.com/doc/23787138/Linux-Mint-8-Helena-User-Guide
You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 8 then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD for installation
Linux Mint 8 can also be run direct from the LiveCD from Booting up without touching your Hard Drive
Option Two (Install Linux inside Windows)
Installing Ubuntu as a dual-boot with Windows without partitioning
http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/wubi
You keep Windows as it is, Wubi only adds an extra option to boot into Ubuntu. Wubi does not require you to modify the partitions of your PC, or to use a different bootloader, and does not install special drivers. It works just like any other application.
Wubi keeps most of the files in one folder, and if you do not like it, you can simply uninstall it as any other application.
Boot in to windows insert the Ubuntu 9.10 LiveCD and you will offered the option of installing inside windows which is where the Wubi installer comes in, you will be asked how many gigabytes you wish to allocate to Ubuntu (I recommend 8gb) then you set a password for your installation then click install and thats it.
Once Ubuntu is fully installed upon starting your PC you will be given a choice of which operating system you want to use Windows or Ubuntu
Ubuntu 9.10 Download
http://releases.ubuntu.com/9.10/
Ubuntu 9.10 (Karmic Koala) User Guide
http://ubuntuguide.org/wiki/Ubuntu:Karmic
Linux Mint 7 has a similar feature called mint4win and the directions given above for Wubi can be followed (XP and Vista only)
http://duncsweb.com/2009/09/27/mint4win-a-wubi-based-installer-of-linux-mint/
Linux Mint 7 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=38
Linux Mint 7 Gloria User Guide
http://www.scribd.com/doc/15884753/Linux-Mint-7-Gloria-User-Guide
Ubuntu 9.10 and Linux Mint 7 can also be run straight from the LiveCD without touching your Hard drive
At present I do not recommend Ubuntu 10.04/Linux Mint 9 owing to multiple stability issues
Option Three (LiveCD)
Here the possibilities are endless as you can try out as many different Linux distros. until you find the one thats right for you DISTROWATCH.COM gives full listings (second lists the major distributions)
http://distrowatch.com/
Major Linux Distributions
http://distrowatch.com/dwres.php?resource=major
LUg.
What is Linux
http://www.linux.org/info/
What is UNIX
http://www.unix.org/what_is_unix.html
Why Linux is Better
http://www.whylinuxisbetter.net/
Linux is open source therefore in most cases free of charge with the exception of enterprise releases such as SUSE Linux and Red Hat
http://www.novell.com/linux/
http://www.redhat.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_source_software
What is Ubuntu
Ubuntu is a community developed operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. Whether you use it at home, at school or at work Ubuntu contains all the applications you'll ever need, from word processing and email applications, to web server software and programming tools.
Ubuntu is and always will be free of charge. You do not pay any licensing fees. You can download, use and share Ubuntu with your friends, family, school or business for absolutely nothing.
We issue a new desktop and server release every six months. That means you'll always have the latest and greatest applications that the open source world has to offer.
Ubuntu is designed with security in mind. You get free security updates for at least 18 months on the desktop and server. With the Long Term Support (LTS) version you get three years support on the desktop, and five years on the server. There is no extra fee for the LTS version, we make our very best work available to everyone on the same free terms. Upgrades to new versions of Ubuntu are and always will be free of charge.
http://www.ubuntu.com/products/whatisubuntu
Here are some options for installing or trying out Linux
Option One (Full installation)
I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 8 Main Edition which is built upon Ubuntu 9.10 Its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled
Linux Mint 8 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=44
The Perfect Desktop - Linux Mint 8 (Helena) Installation
http://www.howtoforge.com/the-perfect-desktop-linux-mint-8-helena
Linux Mint 8 Helena User Guide
http://www.scribd.com/doc/23787138/Linux-Mint-8-Helena-User-Guide
You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 8 then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD for installation
Linux Mint 8 can also be run direct from the LiveCD from Booting up without touching your Hard Drive
Option Two (Install Linux inside Windows)
Installing Ubuntu as a dual-boot with Windows without partitioning
http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/wubi
You keep Windows as it is, Wubi only adds an extra option to boot into Ubuntu. Wubi does not require you to modify the partitions of your PC, or to use a different bootloader, and does not install special drivers. It works just like any other application.
Wubi keeps most of the files in one folder, and if you do not like it, you can simply uninstall it as any other application.
Boot in to windows insert the Ubuntu 9.10 LiveCD and you will offered the option of installing inside windows which is where the Wubi installer comes in, you will be asked how many gigabytes you wish to allocate to Ubuntu (I recommend 8gb) then you set a password for your installation then click install and thats it.
Once Ubuntu is fully installed upon starting your PC you will be given a choice of which operating system you want to use Windows or Ubuntu
Ubuntu 9.10 Download
http://releases.ubuntu.com/9.10/
Ubuntu 9.10 (Karmic Koala) User Guide
http://ubuntuguide.org/wiki/Ubuntu:Karmic
Linux Mint 7 has a similar feature called mint4win and the directions given above for Wubi can be followed (XP and Vista only)
http://duncsweb.com/2009/09/27/mint4win-a-wubi-based-installer-of-linux-mint/
Linux Mint 7 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=38
Linux Mint 7 Gloria User Guide
http://www.scribd.com/doc/15884753/Linux-Mint-7-Gloria-User-Guide
Ubuntu 9.10 and Linux Mint 7 can also be run straight from the LiveCD without touching your Hard drive
At present I do not recommend Ubuntu 10.04/Linux Mint 9 owing to multiple stability issues
Option Three (LiveCD)
Here the possibilities are endless as you can try out as many different Linux distros. until you find the one thats right for you DISTROWATCH.COM gives full listings (second lists the major distributions)
http://distrowatch.com/
Major Linux Distributions
http://distrowatch.com/dwres.php?resource=major
LUg.
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