Originally Posted by
skyh
I've just purchased a Samsung EVO SSD (in part due to this very helpful thread), and as you suggest, I definitely want to do a clean OS install without all that Dell bloatware!
How do I determine the minimal necessary utilities/drivers required? For instance, Dell's driver installation order specifies that Dell's Notebook System Software (NSS) is essential, and should be installed first.
Is it really essential, or does this constitute part of the bloatware?
Is there an option to install only part of the NSS?
Thanks ...