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Discussion in 'Mobile Computing' started by Xclusiveitalian, Aug 10, 2010.

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  1. Xclusiveitalian TechSpot Enthusiast Posts: 588   +19

    I have a Sony notebook computer, model PCG-461L, my mom bought it for herself a very long time ago and is still in very good condition. Its been doing nothing for awhile and I would like to bring this baby back to life to use either for school or just net-booking. It currently has Windows XP home edition, and would like some advice on upgrading the ram, and perhaps finding a better OS for it.
    Any help is appreciated.
    Xclusiveitalian, Aug 10, 2010
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  2. mailpup TS Special Forces Posts: 7,906   +77

    If you are considering a newer Windows OS for it, first see if there are compatible drivers available for the chipset, LAN, sound, video, etc. or you may never get it to work properly.
    mailpup, Aug 10, 2010
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