I wanted to make my 256MB computer Vista Capable. I also need a DVD Drive.
2007-09-15 15:35:07 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
Upgrading RAM is physical. There are slots inside your computer, usually 2 to 3, that hold the RAM. RAM is a green rectangular bar with black chips on it and they are all next to one another. They have white clips on the ends that need to be released. Once you take out the RAM, make sure you put the new RAM in correctly. They go in only one way. Most older computers cannot hold more than 256MB of RAM per slot, but some are maxed out below that at 128MB. You may have to check with your manual to be sure.
Now if you want to upgrade to Vista, Microsoft says you are going to have to have as a minimum at least 512MB of RAM and an 800 MHz Intel-compatible processor. They recommend at least 1 GB of RAM and at least a 1 Gig Intel-compatible processor, and 15 Gigs of free hard drive space.
If you need a DVD drive, you can swap it out for your other one. You may have a CD ROM or a CD burner. Once you install the DVD drive, it becomes a DVD/CD/CD ROM capable. Most drives do not need drivers, they are mostly plug and play. You can check it by going to "system properties" and see if the DVD drive is there. Hope this helps.
2007-09-15 16:11:07 · answer #1 · answered by Richard_CA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
RAM or Random Access Memory are physical chips. To upgrade your 256MB of RAM computer, you should first check via the manufacturer, how much the computer can hold in terms of RAM. 1GB of RAM is the minimum for Vista, however, 2GB of RAM is highly recommended.
In terms of adding a DVD drive, you need to have an empty 5.25 inch bay to hold it, as well as a free IDE or SATA cable to the motherboard as well as a free power cable from the power supply.
I hope this helps!
2007-09-15 15:46:53 · answer #2 · answered by Fusion Q Computer Repair 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
RAM are chips that fit into slots. Here is a link that may answer your questions about upgrading: http://www.cnet.com/windows-vista.html
Look down at the bottom for Windows Vista features and Blogs.
2007-09-15 15:54:47 · answer #3 · answered by Lou O 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's physical. Your computer may be too old to be Vista capable. Consider a new computer.
2007-09-15 15:42:43 · answer #4 · answered by Computer Guy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋