adding memory, un-installing programs: For a definite non-tech person, is it easy to un-install programs not wanted in this computer?
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Open control panel and choose "add/remove" programs...scroll down to the program you want to uninstall and click yes to the uninstall option. It's a good idea to reboot your computer once that is done. The NB505 has one slot for memory you will need to open the back of your netbook and remove the one gig stick already in that slot, then insert the 2 gig stick. No, it does not have to be from Toshiba but stick with the better known brands of Crucial or Kingston...$33 is about average for a compatible 2 gig stick. I ordered mine from Crucial through Amazon..."CT25664AC800 2 GIG 200-pin SODIUM DDR2-6400 Memory Module." I don't recall any instructions with the netbook but they will come with the memory stick. Be sure to unplug the netbook AND remove the battery before you open the case!
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I would suggest going to crucial.com and let them do a memory configuration with the computer that you are hoping to install the memory modules. The configurator will tell you what modules are accepted for your computer without agreeing to buy from them. If the memory modules are not acceptable for your computer, you can always buy what they might have to offer.
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No. smile. the version backed up from your old computer has files in it specific to that hardware. It would be nice, though, wouldn't it!
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Many...way too many as far as I was concerned. I ended up deleting serveral of them. Some is Lenovo's and lots of third party stuff. If you are looking for a full office install, not there.
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No, not at all! you have to also buy and install RAM, a hard drive, and Windows!
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I think that it is optimal to buy this computer and a separate SSD 128GB, and replace the original 500GB, with that and a memory of 8GB DDR3 would be a bullet. best regards (sorry my bad english)
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It's a great computer once you square it away, but comes loaded with lots of marketing crap that drives you crazy with free offers and pop ups these are persistent annoying programs and difficult to remove from your new computer. Go to programs and features in the control panel, Add remove programs and remove anything that even looks like marketing that includes MacAfee and their offers. Get your own security program. remember there are no free lunches.
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The easiest fix you can install in less than a minute and is totally safe. No browser add-ons, adds or other crap. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5N1J5PZ-9zg. I'm not at all tech savvy (I'm a graphic designer) and I was able to get that awful Windows 8 off in less than 5 minutes. And the guy who tells you how is a hoot!
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Yes, this product will work just fine. You may still need to reinstall programs however.
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yes... I believe so, but it really is a horrible machine. It comes with 4 gig of ram, which barely runs windows. I also had to send in to get mother board replaced, and I still had memory problems. They gave me an additional 4 gig of ram and it helped marginally. But if I opened more than 4 browsers, I would get a message saying I need to close programs. If I did not close programs the browsers would crash. They now want me to buy 16 gigs of ram, which I am waiting to hear back if they will provide free of charge, which I am not hopeful they will do. For a modern laptop, it performs like a windows 95 vintage computer...... Would HIGHLY not recommend buying this machine. yes... I believe so, but it really is a horrible machine. It comes with 4 gig of ram, which barely runs windows. I also had to send in to get mother board replaced, and I still had memory problems. They gave me an additional 4 gig of ram and it helped marginally. But if I opened more than 4 browsers, I would get a message saying I need to close programs. If I did not close programs the browsers would crash. They now want me to buy 16 gigs of ram, which I am waiting to hear back if they will provide free of charge, which I am not hopeful they will do. For a modern laptop, it performs like a... » Read More yes... I believe so, but it really is a horrible machine. It comes with 4 gig of ram, which barely runs windows. I also had to send in to get mother board replaced, and I still had memory problems. They gave me an additional 4 gig of ram and it helped marginally. But if I opened more than 4 browsers, I would get a message saying I need to close programs. If I did not close programs the browsers would crash. They now want me to buy 16 gigs of ram, which I am waiting to hear back if they will provide free of charge, which I am not hopeful they will do. For a modern laptop, it performs like a windows 95 vintage computer...... Would HIGHLY not recommend buying this machine. « Show Less
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No. Can be installed by your trusty computer store though. I was surprised at it's absence but may have contributed to great price.
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that's not a product question but a technical question related to your operating system and your software/hardware
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No, but not a deal breaker for me. I purchased one for less than $50.@ Best Buy. most programs can be downloaded from the net. Great piece of equipment.
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You can't. This program is for much older computer and won't install on newer models. I had the same issue.
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Yes you can. Just note that it is a bit slow, so it is good for things such as adding programs, apps and such, but running from disk or movies I would say no.
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I downloaded the manual from asus. There's no mention of a memory upgrade.XP will around for a few more years. Too many computers have XP for it to go away any time soon.
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Sorry for the late response - I load software either via external media (hard drive of thumb drive) or via Internet/cloud. It's a one-time inconvenience I gladly put up with for the savings in size/weight.