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Windows 9x
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Windows
NT
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Windows 2K
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Windows
XP
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Windows Vista |
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Win95
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Win98
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WinME
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Workstation
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Server
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Professional
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Server
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Home
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Professional
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Home
Basic |
Home
Premium / Business / Ultimate |
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Computer/
Processor
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Personal computer with a 386DX or higher processor (486 recommended)
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A personal computer with a 486DX 66 megahertz (MHz) or faster processor
(Pentium central processing unit recommended).
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Pentium 150-MHz processor or better.
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Pentium or faster processor
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486/33 megahertz (MHz) or higher, or Pentium, or
Pentium PRO processor.
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133 MHz or higher Pentium-compatible CPU.
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133 MHz or higher Pentium-compatible CPU.
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Pentium 233 MHz processor or faster (300 MHz is recommended).
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Pentium 233
MHz processor or faster (300 MHz is recommended).
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Pentium 800 MHz processor
Minimum 1 GHz 32-bit (x86)
or 64-bit (x64) is recommended.
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Pentium 800 MHz processor
Minimum 1 GHz 32-bit (x86)
or 64-bit (x64) is recommended.
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CPU Support
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Windows 95 supports only single CPU's.
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Windows 98 supports only single CPU's.
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Windows Millennium supports only single CPU's.
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Windows NT Workstation supports only single CPU's.
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The retail version of Windows NT Server 4.0
supports up to four microprocessors out of the box. Support for up to 32
processors is available from your hardware vendor.
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Windows 2000 Professional supports single and dual
CPU systems.
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Windows 2000 Server supports up to four CPUs on
one machine.
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Windows XP Home supports only single CPU's.
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Windows XP Professional supports single or dual
CPU systems.
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Supports multiple core CPU's but only 1 processor |
Home Premium supports multiple core CPU's but only 1
processor.
Vista Business, Enterprise and Ultimate support both
multiple core CPU's and dual processors. |
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Memory
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4 megabytes (MB) of memory (8 MB recommended)
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16 megabytes (MB) of memory (24 MB recommended).
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32 megabytes (MB) of RAM or better
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16 megabytes (MB) of memory (RAM); 32 MB
recommended
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16 MB of RAM or higher. 32 MB of RAM or higher for Service Pack 4.
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At least 64 megabytes (MB) of RAM; more memory
generally improves responsiveness.
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At least 128 megabytes (MB) of RAM. 256 MB
recommended. 4 gigabytes (GB) maximum.
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At least 64 megabytes (MB) of RAM (128 MB is
recommended)
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At least 64 megabytes (MB) of RAM (128 MB is
recommended)
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At least 512 megabytes (MB) of RAM
Note On system configurations that use system memory as
graphics memory, at least 448 MB of system memory must
be available to the operating system after some memory
is allocated for graphics.
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At least
512 megabytes (MB)
of RAM (1
GB is required to run the
Aero Interface)
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Hard Disk
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Typical hard disk space required to install
Windows 95 on a clean system: 50-55 MB. Space required to upgrade to
Windows 95: 35-40 MB. The actual requirement varies depending on the
features you choose to install.
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A full install of Windows 98 on a FAT32 drive
requires 175 MB of free hard disk space, but may range from between 140 MB
and 255 MB. A typical upgrade from Windows 95 requires approximately 195
MB of free hard disk space, but the hard disk space may range from between
120 MB and 295 MB, depending on your computer configuration and the
options that you choose to install.
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Minimum 320 MB of free hard-disk space
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110 MB of available hard disk space
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160 megabyte (MB) of available hard disk space
minimum.
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2 GB with 650 MB free space.
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2 GB with 1 GB free space. Additional free hard
disk space is required if you are installing over a network.
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At least 1.5 gigabytes (GB) of available space on
the hard disk
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At least 1.5 gigabytes (GB) of available space on
the hard disk
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At least
20-gigabyte (GB) hard disk that has 15 GB of free
hard disk space.
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At least
40-gigabyte
(GB) hard disk that has 15 GB of free hard disk space. |
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Drive
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One 3.5-inch high-density floppy disk drive
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One 3.5-inch high-density floppy disk drive.
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3.5-inch high-density floppy disk drive and a
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
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CD-ROM drive or access to a CD-ROM over a computer
network
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CD-ROM drive
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CD-ROM or DVD drive.
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CD-ROM or DVD drive.
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CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
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CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
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Internal or external DVD-ROM drive
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Internal or external DVD-ROM drive
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Display
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VGA or higher resolution (256-color SVGA
recommended)
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VGA or higher resolution (16-bit or 24-bit color
SVGA recommended).
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Video adapter and monitor that support VGA or
higher resolution
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VGA or higher-resolution display adapter
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VGA, Super VGA, or video graphics adapter
compatible with Windows NT Server4.0
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VGA or higher resolution monitor.
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VGA or higher resolution monitor.
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Video adapter and monitor with Super VGA (800 x
600)or higher resolution
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Video adapter and monitor with Super VGA (800 x
600) or higher resolution
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Video adapter and monitor with Super VGA (800 x
600)or higher resolution
with
support for DirectX9 and 32MB of graphics memory. |
Video adapter and monitor with Super VGA (800 x
600) or higher resolution
with support for DirectX 9; WDDM
Driver; 128MB of graphics memory; Pixel Shader 2.0;
32 bits per pixel
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Keyboard/ Mouse
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Keyboard required. Mouse or compatible pointing device recommended.
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Keyboard required. Mouse or compatible pointing device recommended.
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Keyboard, Mouse or compatible pointing device
required.
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Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device
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Keyboard required. Mouse or compatible pointing device recommended.
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Keyboard required. Mouse or compatible pointing device recommended.
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Keyboard and a Microsoft Mouse or some other
compatible pointing device
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Keyboard and a Microsoft Mouse or some other
compatible pointing device
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Keyboard and a Microsoft Mouse or some other
compatible pointing device
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Keyboard and a Microsoft Mouse or some other
compatible pointing device
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Sound
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Audio card and speakers for sound
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Sound card and Speakers or headphones
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Sound card and Speakers or headphones
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Sound card and Speakers or headphones
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Sound card and Speakers or headphones
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Optional
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 Modem or fax/modem
Network adapter
Audio card and speakers for sound
Scanner or digital camera
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14.4mbs Modem. 28.8 or faster
recommended
Network adapter
DVD-ROM drive and decoder adapter
Audio card and speakers for sound
Scanner or digital camera
Second monitor and second video adapter
IEEE 1394 bus (FireWire)
Universal Serial Bus (USB) bus and HID hardware
ATI All-in-Wonder graphics card
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Internet access (fees may apply)
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Internet access (fees may apply) |
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Windows 9x
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Windows
NT
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Windows
2K
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Windows
XP
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Windows Vista |
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Win95
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Win98
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WinME
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Workstation
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Server
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Professional
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Server
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Home
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Professional
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Home
Basic |
Home
Premium / Business / Ultimate |
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Other Info
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Also supports RISC-Based Systems.
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Also supports RISC-Based Systems.
Networking options (Microsoft
Windows NT Server 4.0 works with the following)
Microsoft
LAN Manager
Microsoft
Windows for Workgroups operating system
AppleTalk
DECPATHWORKS
IBMLAN Server
IBMSNA networks
The
Internet
NFSnetworks
Novell NetWare
Remote Access Services by way of ISDN, X.25, and
standard phone lines
TCP/IP networks
Clients
supported
Windows
3.x operating system
Windows
for Workgroups
Windows
95 operating system
Windows
98 operating system
Windows NT
Workstation
Apple
Macintosh
MS-DOS®
operating system
OS/2
UNIX
(Requires ODBC [OpenDatabase Connectivity] client software from Visigenic
Software, San Mateo, California.)
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For Internet access:
Some Internet functionality may require Internet
access, a Microsoft. NET Passport account, and payment of a separate fee
to a service provider; local and/or long-distance telephone toll charges
may apply
14.4 Kbps or higher-speed modem
For networking:
Network adapter appropriate for the type of
local-area, wide-area, wireless, or home network you wish to connect to,
and access to an appropriate network infrastructure; access to third-party
networks may require additional charges
For instant messaging, voice and video conferencing,
and application sharing, both parties need:
Microsoft .NET Passport account and Internet access
For voice and video conferencing, both parties also
need:
33.6 Kbps or higher-speed modem, or a network
connection
Microphone and sound card with speakers or headset
For video conferencing, both parties also need:
Video conferencing camera
Windows XP
For application sharing, both parties also need:
33.6 Kbps or higher-speed modem, or a network
connection
Windows XP
For remote assistance:
Both parties must be running Windows XP and be
connected by a network
For sound:
Sound card and speakers or headphones
For DVD video playback:
DVD drive and DVD decoder card or DVD decoder
software
8 MB of video RAM
For Windows Movie Maker:
Video capture feature requires appropriate digital
or analog video capture device
400-MHz or higher processor for digital video camera
capture
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For Internet access:
Some Internet functionality may require Internet
access, a Microsoft .NET Passport account,
and payment of a separate fee to a service
provider; local and/or long-distance
telephone toll charges may apply
14.4 Kbps or higher-speed modem
For networking:
Network adapter appropriate for the type of
local-area, wide-area, wireless, or home
network you wish to connect to, and access
to an appropriate network infrastructure;
access to third-party networks may require
additional charges
For instant messaging, voice and video
conferencing, and application sharing, both
parties need:
Microsoft .NET Passport account and Internet access
or Microsoft Exchange 2000 Server instant
messaging account and network access (some
configurations may require download of
additional components)
For voice and videoconferencing, both
parties also need:
33.6 Kbps or higher-speed modem, or a network
connection
Microphone and sound card with speakers or headset
For videoconferencing, both parties also
need:
Video conferencing camera
Windows XP
For application sharing, both parties also
need:
33.6 Kbps or higher-speed modem, or a network
connection
Windows XP
For remote assistance:
Both parties must be running Windows XP and be
connected by a network
For remote desktop:
A Windows 95 or later–based computer, and the two
machines must be connected by a network
For sound:
Sound card and speakers or headphones
For DVD video playback:
DVD drive and DVD decoder card or DVD decoder
software
8 MB of video RAM
For Windows Movie Maker:
Video capture feature requires appropriate digital
or analog video capture device
400 MHz or higher processor for digital video camera
capture
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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.
While all editions of Windows Vista can support
multiple core CPUs, only Windows Vista Business,
Ultimate, and Enterprise can support dual
processors.
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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.
While all editions of Windows Vista can support
multiple core CPUs, only Windows Vista Business,
Ultimate, and Enterprise can support dual
processors.
Home Premium / Ultimate
TV tuner card required for TV functionality
(compatible remote control optional).
Home Premium / Business / Ultimate
Windows Tablet and Touch Technology requires a
Tablet PC or a touch screen.
Ultimate
Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption requires a
USB Flash Drive and a system with a TPM 1.2
chip.
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