Install Windows Xp in HP pavlion DV7-2115EO

To install windows XP for DV7 (AMD! only), you need this material:

DV7 model specifically for vista and you need to run a process called slipstream. This process is to create a new XP CD which contain additional driver (sata ahci controller)

MATRIAL NEED:
1.AMD sata AHCI controller: Download and Download
2. Nlite : Download
3. A new Blank CD
4. below is a useful guide to perform slipstream process:

http://maxeasyguide.blogspot.com/2008/04/preparations-for-winxp-installation-cd.html
or
http://www.nliteos.com/guide/

Notes:
Extract sp40046 to a folder and use files in RAID7xx folder

Important Notes:

1. In Nlite, choose the option of insert -> multiple driver folder
2. Select ONLY x86 driver for AMD SATA AHCI when asked.
3. Never choose x64 driver when asked

here are some driver that may work, your can request driver at request driver section.

1. Modified INF for NVIDIA FreeWare 175.76 (GeForce 9600m GT) Download
2. INF Update for Intel Drivers Download
3. Realtek RTL8168C(P) Download
4. 5 in 1 Card readeer (JMB38) Download
5. Intel WiFi Adapter Link 5100 Download
6. Hybrid AverMedia with 1/G Chip TV Tuner Download
7. NVIDIA HDMI Audio that will works on UAA Bus Download