How to prepare windows xp operating system

If it's X41 tablet, download from
http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/research/hints-or-tips/detail.page?&LegacyDocID=MIGR-67100

if it's "normal" notebook, download from
http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/research/hints-or-tips/detail.page?&LegacyDocID=MIGR-54078

Try this hints:
1.Press F2 to enter BIOS on start up
2. Expand Drive section
3. Go to SATA Operation
4. Check and change from Raid Auto/ AHCI to Raid Auto/ATA

Good Luck

try download a password cracker....
http://www.topshareware.com/windows-xp-password-breaker/downloads/1.htm

if that does not work try to install/repair ur XP using the XP CD
the last option is to format and reload XP

Please let us know the name and version of the operating system (Windows XP / 2K / NT, Windows Vista, Mac) that you are using on your computer. This information is important for us to troubleshoot the issue further.

Im sorry to tell you my friend, the default is you are locked out forever.

I trust you didnt save a hint nor write it down somewhere ...

You might find a solution ... but if you want to use the computer while XP and Vista are still in use, relolad the operating system.

alternatively, take it to a professional and let him or her reload the operataing system. Expect to pay at least $100.00.

If you need further help with this, please let me know.

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Use driver backup software to backup your current drivers, save them on memory stick or other external device, you can now format and then use the driver utility to restore them, helpfull?

Unfortunately you may have to keep guessing or call Yahoo support line.

Type of files HDD location Alternate location Driver files C:\IBMTOOLS\DRIVERS (depending on the preloaded operating system) The T40 Device Driver File Matrix Web site Software applications C:\IBMTOOLS\APPS No alternate location available Hints and Tips Click here for additional hints and tips on Windows XP
Preparing your ThinkPad computer for Windows XP
Before removing any software or operating system from your ThinkPad system, you will need to:

• Make sure the BIOS on your ThinkPad computer is at the latest level.
• Save the necessary driver, supplement, and software files on removable media.

NOTE: A computer with at least 128 MB of memory is required.

Installing Windows XP

1. Insert the Windows XP CD into the CD or DVD drive. Follow the instructions on the screen.
   
2. Follow the instructions for the Install shield program.
   
3. Install the device drivers. The device drivers are found in the C:\IBMTOOLS\DRIVERS directory or you can download them from the T40 Device Driver File Matrix Web site. There is also an installation procedure text file in that directory. After you install Windows XP, you will need to install the application software, which is provided in the C:\IBMTOOLS\APPS directory on your hard disk drive.

Installing Windows XP Supplement File
The Windows XP Supplement File is in the following directory:
C:\IBMTOOLS\OSFIXES\WXPSUPP\IBMLCD
NOTE: If you cannot find this directory on your hard disk drive, download the Windows XP Supplement File from the ThinkPad Web site. For access to this Web site, press the ThinkPad button to open the Access ThinkPad panel. On this panel, click On the Web. A list of sites appears; choose the ones you want.
NOTE: Make sure that the correct video driver is installed prior to installing this file.

1. Right-click on the desktop to open the Display Properties window.
2. Click the Settings tab.
3. Click Advanced
4. Click the Monitor tab and click the Properties button.
5. Select the Driver tab and the Update Driver... button. The Hardware Update Wizard opens.
6. Select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced).
7. Click Next.
8. Select Don't search, I will chose the driver to install.
9. Click Next.
10. Click the Have Disk... button.
11. Click the Browse... button.
12. Select the folder that the Windows XP Supplement File is in, and find the file of IBMTPLCD.INF under IBMLCD folder.
13. Select IBMLCD.INF, and click Open and then OK.
14. Select the checkbox for Show compatible hardware.
15. Select a panel in the list you are using now.
16. Click Next.
17. Click Finish and then Close.
18. Click the Color Management tab.
19. Click Add, and select IBMTPIPS.ICM or IBMTOLCD.ICM under the directory of c:\Windows\system32\spool\drivers\color.
20. Click Add and close the Display Properties window.

Installing Windows XP Update Module Package
The Windows XP Update Modules are in the following directory
C:\IBMTOOLS\OSFIXES\WXPUP
The name of each subfolder is the number of a fix module. For the information about each fix module, Click here to visit the Microsoft Knowledge Base homepage, type the number of the fix module you need in the search field, and click the search button.
NOTE: The Web site address might change without notice. If the homepage is not displayed, search the homepage from the Microsoft top page.
To install a fix module, run the exe file in a subfolder and follow the instructions on the screen.

Install the application software that was saved in the Preparing your ThinkPad for Windows XP section from the C:\IBMTOOLS\APPS directory on your hard disk drive.

download actiove password changer in www.google.com then remove or change with it!

you need the english.mui goto microsoft website and get all info on this one but be prepared to reinstall windows vista in english as all programs will be in japanese get all programs for laptop first then do it I've searched on web about the vista but not much luck. good luck on this one.