I suggest you first install XP as a dual boot arrangement with Vista. There
are instructions from various sources on how to do that. Do a Google search.
In particular, make sure it details how to install XP after Vista. The best
way to dial boot the two is to install XP first so make sure you have the
right set of instructions for your situation-XP _after_ Vista. Also, do
consider Malke's suggestions.
E.g.
http://apcmag.com/5485/dualbooting_vista_and_xp
If, after a while, XP is working well, you can delete the Vista partition
and set up XP as the only system. There are instructions for that, too.
If you have any questions during any part of this, someone here can help, I
am sure.
Good luck.
Tom
MSMVP 1998-2007
"Richard H O'Keefe" <richardd4@xxxxxx> wrote in message
news:47822d1d.3407775@xxxxxx
Quote:
>I bought an Acer with preinstalled Vista.
>
> If I delete the partition, will I be able to install xp on the
> computer. Will there be any problems?
>
> Thanks, Richard