THAILIBAN Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 For some reason, I want to buy a new WIN-XP OEM (recovery-Version) for my laptop. Didnt find anything useful on the Thai microsoft page (as its all in Thai). anybody knows how much it is ? do they still sell it ? How much is the new VISTA and those using it already, would u recommend to upgrade ? my laptop only has 512 MB Ram and processor 1,5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdnvic Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 For some reason, I want to buy a new WIN-XP OEM (recovery-Version) for my laptop. Didnt find anything useful on the Thai microsoft page (as its all in Thai).anybody knows how much it is ? do they still sell it ? How much is the new VISTA and those using it already, would u recommend to upgrade ? my laptop only has 512 MB Ram and processor 1,5 You'll need to add at least another 512mb of RAM for Vista. Aside from that initial 1mb memory requirement, after that Vista actually runs much smoother so you may want to source a Vista Basic OEM which will run fine on that laptop with better security than XP and (supposedly) better power management to deal with battery issues. (Only third party info there). You won't get Aeroglass or Media Centre with the Basic but both those add to bloat on a lighter machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywais Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 Some prices can be seen here > http://www.shop4thai.com/en/category/?cat=225 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
v8tfcorty Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 i bought genuine xp pro sp2 for 4700 TBH from comcity on sunday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monty Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 I bought Vista home premium last week, 4800 Baht (OEM version)... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 Current Hardware House price is: Vista Home ----------------4,200 Vista Home Premium -----5,330 Vista Business -------------6,750 Vista Starter ---------------1,790 Not sure if they still have OEM XP available - was not on display last week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdnvic Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 Is Vista Starter the special low price version for Asian markets? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikster Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 (edited) For some reason, I want to buy a new WIN-XP OEM (recovery-Version) for my laptop. Didnt find anything useful on the Thai microsoft page (as its all in Thai).anybody knows how much it is ? do they still sell it ? How much is the new VISTA and those using it already, would u recommend to upgrade ? my laptop only has 512 MB Ram and processor 1,5 1.5 sounds like an older machine - Vista most definitely not recommended for that one. Vista is a dog on laptops. I have a 2GHz Core Duo with 2GB RAM and 160GB HD and it's slow. Much slower than XP. I needed a BIOS upgrade and lots of drivers to run Vista. Check with your laptop manufacturer's website if they offer an upgrade to Vista if you must - but you'll be much happier with XP. Edit: OK, where to get XP OEM has been answered competently I am going to retract my answer Edited May 24, 2007 by nikster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 Is Vista Starter the special low price version for Asian markets? I am sure it must be. Don't have any idea of what the specs are but probably similar to the XP Starter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siam2007 Posted June 19, 2007 Share Posted June 19, 2007 (edited) Lopburi3, may I ask, where is that mentioned HARDWARE HOUSE ? Is that a trustworthy Computer Shop in Bangkok ? and if so, located where ? and does anybody use that VISTA STARTER ? what is missing compared to the Vista Home ? Home pro ? Is there anybody who is able to give a brief introduction ? Edited June 19, 2007 by siam2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ercorn Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Hardware House has many shops in Pantip Plaza.I bought my laptop there and the service has been very good.The shop I know is 3rd floor Pantip,beside the Acer shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostInBKK Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 From what I've um...heard... you can get a copy at Pantip Plaza in BKK. It's the best "IT" shop I've ever been to in Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard-BKK Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 (edited) MS Windows Vista Starter, I will hardly call it Vista as it cannot be used with multi-core or any multi-treat processor. Also is there a limitation on the total memory it can use. Basically everybody, who has a processor better then the first Pentium 4 series would downgrade his computer. Hyper-treading doesn't work as it is seen as multi-treat processor. Vista Starter will allow only three applications (and/or three windows) to run simultaneously, will provide Internet connectivity but not incoming network communications, and will not provide for logon passwords or Fast User Switching. For gaming MS Windows Vista Starter is limited to DirectX 7, Windows Vista Starter, the desktop cannot be extended onto a second monitor Edited June 20, 2007 by Richard-BKK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdnvic Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 From what I've um...heard... you can get a copy at Pantip Plaza in BKK. It's the best "IT" shop I've ever been to in Thailand Just what we need, another gimp, infected XP copy floating around. This isn't exactly "news" genius. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostInBKK Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Just what we need, another gimp, infected XP copy floating around. This isn't exactly "news" genius. The OP asked a question and I offered an answer... You're just full of positive flaming comments today aren't you, eh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdnvic Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Just what we need, another gimp, infected XP copy floating around. This isn't exactly "news" genius. The OP asked a question and I offered an answer... You're just full of positive flaming comments today aren't you, eh? Pointing out a useless answer isn't flaming. If you call that flaming maybe you need to install net nanny to keep the nasties away from you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Hardware House is just about everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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