Thanks for providing a place to get help with my computer questions and problems. I have a pretty old desktop that I would like to continue using if possible, but I'm not very computer savvy so I need help transitioning from Windows XP to Windows 7. I know I need to add RAM as I only have 512 MB.
I have ran the windows advisor and it appears that my computer can run Windows 7 with the addition of RAM, but I would love it if someone could take a look at the report and let me know if there are any other issues that I would need to address before purchasing and installing Windows 7.
I have already backed up and removed the files I want to keep and never used Outlook so I have no need to back up e-mail files. I prefer to use Firefox, but will use IE when needed. I just want to make sure my system is compatible with Windows 7 and that I will be able to use the hardware attached to my computer (key board, mouse, monitor, printer). I realize I will have to update many programs and drivers and hope there will be a program that can help facilitate that process once Windows 7 is installed.
Your advise is much appreciated. Tonia
Here is the report:
Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Report
Computer Name:
Operating System: Windows XP Professional
CPU: Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 2.53GHz
Memory: 512 MB
System Details
Custom installation required You'll need to perform a custom installation of 32-bit Windows 7 and then reinstall your programs. Make sure to back up your files before you begin.
Windows Aero support Your current graphics adapter won't support the Windows Aero user interface. If you want to experience the benefits of Windows Aero, contact your PC manufacturer or retailer to see if an upgrade is available.
512 MB of RAM Your PC needs at least 1 GB of RAM for 32-bit Windows 7 for optimal performance.
Outlook Express This program is no longer included in Windows 7. You can get similar programs for Windows 7 from other software manufacturers.
CPU speed: 2.5 GHz Your CPU meets the 1 GHz minimum requirement.
80.2 GB free space available on C: Your hard disk meets the minimum requirement of 16 GB free space for 32-bit Windows 7.
Devices Status Details
Linksys LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter(LNE100TX v4)
Linksys Action recommended Before installing Windows 7, go to the device manufacturer's website to download the latest driver for this device. After installing Windows 7, install the saved driver.
photosmart 7700 series (DOT4PRINT)
Hewlett-Packard Unknown We don't have compatibility information about this device.
56Kbps Internal Modem
Smart Link (www.smlink.com) Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
Avance AC'97 Audio
Avance Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
HID Non-User Input Data Filter (KB 911895)
Microsoft Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
HID Non-User Input Data Filter (KB 911895)
Microsoft Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
hp photosmart 7700 series
Hewlett-Packard Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
Intel(R) 82845G Graphics Controller
Intel Corporation Compatible This device is compatible with Windows 7.
Microsoft USB Dual Receiver Wireless Keyboard (IntelliType Pro)
Microsoft Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
Microsoft USB Dual Receiver Wireless Mouse (IntelliPoint)
Microsoft Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
photosmart 7700 series (DOT4)
Hewlett-Packard Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
photosmart 7700 series (DOT4PRT)
Hewlett-Packard Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
photosmart 7700 series (DOT4USB)
Hewlett-Packard Check Windows Update Check Windows Update after installing Windows 7 to make sure you have the latest driver for this device, otherwise it may not work.
Realtek RTL8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC
Realtek Compatible This device is compatible with Windows 7.
USB 2.0 Root Hub
NEC Compatible This device is compatible with Windows 7.
USB Mass Storage Device
Compatible USB storage device Compatible This device is compatible with Windows 7.
USB Printing Support
Microsoft Compatible This device is compatible with Windows 7.
Programs Status Details
Microsoft IntelliPoint 5.5
version 5.50.661.0
Microsoft Not compatible This version of the program will not work on Windows 7.
Visit the publisher's website for a possible solution
Microsoft IntelliType Pro 5.5
version 5.50.661.0
Microsoft Not compatible This version of the program will not work on Windows 7.
Visit the publisher's website for a possible solution
Windows Defender
version 1.1.1593.21
Microsoft Corporation Not compatible This version of the program will not work on Windows 7.
Google Earth
version 4.3.7284.3916
Google Free update available We don't have compatibility information about this version of the program.
Get a free update to a compatible version
Microsoft Office XP Professional
version 10.0.6626.0
Microsoft Corporation Paid update required This version of the program will not work on Windows 7.
Get a paid update to a compatible version
Microsoft Works 7.0
version 07.02.0620
Microsoft Corporation Paid update available We don't have compatibility information about this version of the program.
pdfFactory Pro Paid update available We don't have compatibility information about this version of the program.
Get a paid update to a compatible version
RealPlayer (32-bit)
version 7.0.1.444
RealNetworks, Inc. Paid update available We don't have compatibility information about this version of the program.
Get a paid update to a compatible version
RealPlayer
RealNetworks This program has earned Microsoft's Compatible with Windows 7 logo. A free update to a newer version is also available.
Get the free update
Learn more about the Compatible with Windows 7 logo
Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 ATL Update kb973923 - x86 8.0.50727.4053
version 8.0.50727.4053
Microsoft Corporation This program has earned Microsoft's Compatible with Windows 7 logo.
Learn more about the Compatible with Windows 7 logo
Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable
version 8.0.61001
Microsoft Corporation This program has earned Microsoft's Compatible with Windows 7 logo.
Learn more about the Compatible with Windows 7 logo
Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable - x86 9.0.30729.6161
version 9.0.30729.6161
Microsoft Corporation This program has earned Microsoft's Compatible with Windows 7 logo.
Learn more about the Compatible with Windows 7 logo
Adobe AIR
version 1.5.3.9120
Adobe Systems Inc. Free update available This program is compatible with Windows 7. A free update is also available.
Get the free update
Adobe Reader 9.5.2
version 9.5.2
Adobe Systems Incorporated Free update available This program is compatible with Windows 7. A free update is also available.
Get the free update
K-Lite Codec Pack 8.8.0 (Full)
version 8.8.0 Free update available This program is compatible with Windows 7. A free update is also available.
Get the free update
Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 Service Pack 2
version 2.2.30729
Microsoft Corporation Free update available This program is compatible with Windows 7. A free update is also available.
Get the free update
Winamp (remove only) Free update available This program is compatible with Windows 7. A free update is also available.
Get the free update
Windows Internet Explorer 8
version 20090308.140743
Microsoft Corporation Free update available This program is compatible with Windows 7. A free update is also available.
Get the free update
Adobe Download Manager
version 1.6.2.103
NOS Microsystems Ltd. Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Adobe Shockwave Player
version 11.0
Adobe Systems, Inc. Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Amazon MP3 Downloader 1.0.17
version 1.0.17
Amazon Services LLC Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
DivX Codec
version 6.8.5
DivX, Inc. Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
DivX Player
version 6.8.2 Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
DivX Web Player
version 1.4.2
DivX,Inc. Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
ERUNT 1.1j
Lars Hederer Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 Service Pack 2
version 3.2.30729
Microsoft Corporation Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1
version 3.5
Microsoft Corporation Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Microsoft .NET Framework 4 Client Profile
version 4.0
Microsoft Corporation Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Microsoft .NET Framework 4 Extended
version 4.0
Microsoft Corporation Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Microsoft Outlook Web Access S/MIME
version 6.5.7651.60
Microsoft Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Microsoft Security Essentials
version 4.4.304.0
Microsoft Corporation Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
QuickTime
version 7.69.80.9
Apple Inc. Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Shockwave Director 10.3 Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Spybot - Search & Destroy
version 1.6.0
Safer Networking Limited Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Tweaking.com - Windows Repair (All in One)
version 2.5.1
Tweaking.com Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Windows Media Player 11 Compatible This program is compatible with Windows 7.
Windows XP Mode is an optional feature available in Windows 7 Professional and Windows 7 Ultimate that has extra system requirements.
Visit the Windows XP Mode website for more information
Requirement Details
Virtualization technology not supported Your PC does not support hardware assisted virtualization technology.
512 MB of RAM Your PC memory doesn't meet the 2 GB requirement for running Windows XP Mode on 32-bit Windows 7. When running XP Mode, you might experience poor performance.
Extra 15 GB of free space Your PC meets the minimum requirement of 15 GB extra space for installing and running Windows XP Mode.
