Is there a way to prevent a Windows XP Home computer from stopping "unsafe" hardware/software installation?

Question

I have an HP with Windows XP-Home. After I use HP System Recovery, my computer is forced to re-recognize all of its installed hardware and reinstall it as soon as I start my computer up for the "first time". Unfortunately, afterward I am always bugged by Windows Logo Testing, even if the hardware/software has already passed this testing for production. The only real problem is when Windows tell me that I "Can not install this software because it hasn't passed testing". It's my computer, I'm installing the software because I trust it and I want to, and it's none of Microsoft's business. How do I stop this foolishness?

Answer 1

Control Panel>System>Hardware>Driver Signing> Select Warn ( it will let u select what to do rather takink action on its own)





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Answer 2

I've never had this problem with my Windows XP home. Sure it says the drivers are unsigned but I can still install. From what I understand only Windows Vista will completely not allow unsigned /unauthorized drivers. If you want you can switch to fedora core Operating System (Redhat.com). Its free. Then use Windows emulation software ( available for linux at http://www.winehq.com/). Combine Fedora with Windows emulation and you will be able to use all windows stuff without any of windows problems such as this software testing thing.

Answer 3

Windows XP has a lot of built-in safety features, so you may have to endure with this problem. You can go to www.Microsoft.com and go to their "Contact Us" link and tell them the problem. They may have the solution for you. Some "foolishness" can't be stopped, but some programs can be temporarily disabled or removed without harm to your computer. Try going to your "Security Settings" and see if you can resolve the problem yourself. If not, visit Microsoft.com or the manufacurer of your CD and ask them how to resolve your issue. Good Luck and God Bless You!!!

Answer 4

You cannot downgrade a higher generation OS to a lower generation one. Unless you format your old HD first, then you could install Windows XP.

Answer 5

Just install anyway even if it says that the message is bogus and I would ignore it...

Answer 6

Sure..just lower your security settings to nothing while leaving yourself open to attack. Just be careful and make sure what you are downloading is REALLY safe.