Windows 7 on Toshiba NB205: Will it be possible to upgrade?
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Sounds like it. GearLog and a few other sites have reported it's possible on the NB205-N210.
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You can upgrade, but you will lose your system settings and programs. This is assuming you have an x64 system. Honesty I would recommend backing up your personal data and any paid programs serials codes to an external drive and do a fresh install. Without ever using Win7 you will have to get used to the transitions to Win8. Last of all, if you have an older PC, it might be worth while to upgrade to a new x64 system that comes with Win8. You would surprised how much $500 can get you. Hope this was helpful. Feel free to reply with any other questions.
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I called customer support about the Windows 7 issue and Liz assured me that this Toshiba will receive the Free Windows 7 upgrade. I called this morning! That was one issue keeping me from ordering. I feel better now.
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I haven't done any upgrades other than the auto upgrades for windows so sorry can not help you there
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Not pre-loaded, you would have to buy Windows 7 separately and do a downgrade install.
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I have seen new systems back loaded with windows 7, but I'm not sure if your seller has the tech support to do it. Might try somewhere like Tiger Direct where they are willing to make software changes at the time of purchase. Some of the big box retail stores like Best Buy might also do this kind software change. I don't know the technical spec's for doing it yourself, or if that is even possible. Keep up the research. Good luck WEST
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All your answers can be found in the specs on this model I believe. I wanted the Windows 7 because of the ease in using this platform. However, if you look deeper into different venders offering this product you might find one with the Windows 8. As for an upgrade to that I believe you could. Contact microsoft for that answer.
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Is this compatible with Windows 7 without going through the hassle of a new drive???
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Gigi, it'a good question. Actually I am installing a Windows 7 in my notebook....
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Ia m trying now. Yes you can install win7 on it but unfortunately Toshiba does not provide the drivers in win7 at their website so it will be problematic to install the drivers for the hardware. I can't find the driver for the "SM bus controller" in Win7 so far....:(
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Hi R. Williams,In response to your inquiry, Toshiba Canvio Connect 500GB Portable Hard Drive is compatible with Windows 7-Aiden
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There is no reason why this machine could not be upgraded. I'm not a fan of WIN8 and you would have to buy the program separately but otherwise it should be fine running on the new OS.
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You should be able to upgrade that system. First you need to use windows vista upgrade advisor go to this address.http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=31870
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You would have to fresh install it your self.It does not come with Windows 7. Only Windows 8.
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Give Toshiba's website a try. Enter the requested informaiton from you laptop and it will tell you immmediately if you are eligible. Keeping my fingers crossed for you.http://laptops.toshiba.com/windows7upgrade-learnmore
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Yes you can as you have a slot for it. You will need to clone over the existing install or reinstall Windows. There are also USB enclosures and normal SATA adapters.
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As long as you have a clean Win 7 copy, sure. Can you downgrade win 8 that's on it to win 7? No. They push out new systems with the new operating system to further that gen of software