Windows Vista downgrade FAQHP Z Workstation and HP xw Workstation seriesThis document provides answers to commonly asked questions about the Microsoft Vista® Businessdowngrade product for HP workstations. The downgrade product enables you to use Microsoft XP™Professional as your operating system.Question AnswerWhere do I get the CD to install the downgrade software? If your workstation was purchased with Windows VistaBusiness, and operating system restore media was notincluded with the workstation, you can order this media fromHP support.Who can install the downgrade software or reinstall the originalsoftware?You can install the software. The software is not offeredthrough resellers.Can HP ship media for both the Windows XP Professionaldowngrade software and the most recent version of WindowsVista?Yes, HP can ship Windows XP Professional (32 or 64–bit) orWindows Vista (32 or 64–bit) operating system media tocustomers who have purchased workstations configured withWindows Vista or the Vista downgrade.If I did not make an XP recovery media from my workstationHP Backup and Recovery manager, can I still obtain an XPrecovery CD from HP support?Yes, you may call HP support and order an XP recovery CD.Can I reinstall Windows Vista Business software after I haveinstalled the downgrade?Yes, you may reinstall the original software when you are readyto migrate. You must first delete Windows XP Professionalfrom your workstation.How do I reinstall the original software after downgrading to aprevious version?Use the RestorePlus! DVD first. Boot from the DVD and followthe prompts.If I have the Windows XP Professional operating system CD,where do I get Windows XP drivers?Windows XP drivers are available on http://www.hp.com forsupported models. You can also obtain driver recovery mediafor Windows XP through your HP service representative.HP Z Workstation and HP xw Workstation series 1