I'm still using windows xp and I wanna start using win vista,please let me know what ram size and everythin needed for vista.
2007-05-26 07:21:33 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
A Windows Vista Capable PC includes at least:
A modern processor (at least 800MHz¹).
512 MB of system memory.
A graphics processor that is DirectX 9 capable.
Windows Vista Premium Ready PCs
Some Windows Vista Capable PCs have been designated Premium Ready. These PCs will provide an even better Windows Vista experience, including the Windows Aero user experience. Features available in specific premium editions of Windows Vista, such as the ability to watch and record live TV, may require additional hardware.
A Windows Vista Premium Ready PC includes at least:
1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor¹).
1 GB of system memory.
Support for DirectX 9 graphics with a WDDM driver, 128 MB of graphics memory (minimum)², Pixel Shader 2.0 and 32 bits per pixel.
40 GB of hard drive capacity with 15 GB free space.
DVD-ROM Drive³.
Audio output capability.
Internet access capability.
2007-05-26 07:28:49 · answer #1 · answered by upright n breathin 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Microsoft's Upgrade Advisor:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/windowsvista/buyorupgrade/upgradeadvisor.mspx
Nvidia's Upgrade Advisor:
http://www.nzone.com/content/nzone/srl/nzone_srl.asp?gameid=3596
2007-05-26 14:32:07 · answer #2 · answered by Adrian 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Home BasicHome Premium / Business / Ultimate
* 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
* 512 MB of system memory
* 20 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available space
* Support for DirectX 9 graphics and 32 MB of graphics memory
* DVD-ROM drive
* Audio Output
* Internet access (fees may apply)
Additional Requirements
Actual requirements and product functionality may vary based on your system configuration. Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor can help you determine which features and edition of Windows Vista will run on your computer
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/windowsvista/buyorupgrade/upgradeadvisor.mspx
2007-05-26 14:28:25 · answer #3 · answered by essbebe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Microsoft has a website that will tell you--do a search on windows vista. Some knowledgeable people have told me to wait a while before switching to vista, as they still have some bugs to work out of it.
2007-05-26 14:29:01 · answer #4 · answered by Nemo the geek 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on what version you want for home basic you have to have 512Mb of ram
for home premium and business 1GB or higher and a graphics card and for ultimate 2Gb or higher and a graphics card
2007-05-26 14:36:46 · answer #5 · answered by gymclasshero06@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/windowsvista/buyorupgrade/upgradeadvisor.mspx?wt_svl=10008VHa1&mg_id=10008VHb1
2007-05-26 14:27:16 · answer #6 · answered by Q&A Answer Mans Retired 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋