Recommended system requirements
Recommended system requirements
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1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64)
processor
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1 GB of system memory
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40 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of
available space
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Support for DirectX 9
graphics with:
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DVD-ROM drive
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Audio output
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Internet access (fees may apply)
Additional requirements to use certain features
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TV tuner card required for TV functionality
(compatible remote control optional)
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Windows Tablet and Touch Technology
requires a Tablet PC or a touch screen
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Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption requires
a USB Flash Drive and a system with a TPM 1.2 chip
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.
Minimum supported system requirements
Certain product features are not available with
minimum supported requirements.
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800 MHz processor and 512 MB of system
memory
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20 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of
available space
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Support for Super VGA graphics
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CD-ROM drive
Download
and run Microsoft's Upgrade Advisor Software