READY FOR WINDOWS 7?
Will Windows 7 work on your desktop or laptop computer? Tell us about your hardware and current operating system to find out. Click a question mark for help finding information about your system.
- CURRENT OPERATING SYSTEM
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Find out which version of Windows your computer is using:
- On the taskbar at the bottom of your screen, click Start, and then click Run.
- In the Run dialog box, type: winver
NOTE: If you’re using Windows Vista, type winver into the Search box. A dialog box displays the version that you are running.
- PROCESSOR SPEED (CPU)
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Find out which processor is installed on your computer:
If you are using Windows XP/2000:
- Click Start, and then click My Computer. In the System Tasks pane, click "View system information."
- The "System Properties" window will appear. The processor name and speed is shown here.
If you are using Windows Vista:
- Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel.
- Click System and Maintenance, and then click System.
- RAM
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Find out how much system memory (RAM) your computer has:
If you are using Windows XP/2000:
- Click Start, and then click My Computer. In the System Tasks pane, click "View system information."
- The "System Properties" window will appear. The amount of RAM installed on your computer is shown here.
If you are using Windows Vista:
- Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel.
- Click System and Maintenance, and then click System.
- FREE HARD DISK SPACE
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Find out how much disk space is available on your computer:
- Click Start, and then click My Computer (Computer, in Windows Vista).
- Click on your primary drive—typically, this is drive C (the first drive letter that is available for hard disks). The available free space is shown in the Details pane.
- DIRECTX 9 GRAPHICS CARD
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Find out the version of DirectX installed on your computer:
Click Start, and then click Run.
- To open the DirectX Diagnostic Tool, type dxdiag, and then click OK.
- On the System tab, note the version of DirectX displayed on the DirectX Version line.
- On the DirectX Files tab, check the version information for each DirectX file.
- When you are finished checking file versions, click Exit.
If Windows cannot find the dxdiag program, DirectX version 5.0 or earlier is installed on your computer. If this is the case, download and install the current version of DirectX.
- GRAPHICS MEMORY (VRAM)
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Determine the amount of video memory (VRAM) installed on your computer:
- Click Start, and then click Run.
- Type dxdiag, and then click OK (NOTE: If you’re using Windows Vista, type dxdiag into the Search box).
- Select the Display tab. On the left side box, you will see Device properties for your display card. The Approx. Total Memory indicates the VRAM installed on your computer.
- When you are finished, click Exit.
If Windows cannot find the dxdiag program, DirectX version 5.0 or earlier is installed on your computer. If this is the case, download and install the current version of DirectX.
- ADVANCED GRAPHICS SUPPORT
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Windows Aero is the premium visual experience of Windows 7. Introduced in Windows Vista, it features a transparent glass design with subtle window animations and new window colors. To run Aero, your computer requires a DirectX 9 graphics device with Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) 1.0 or higher driver, Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware, and 32 bits per pixel.
Download and run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor to ensure your computer supports these requirements. The tool is available here:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/get/upgrade-advisor.aspx
Do More with Windows 7
Whether you purchase a new PC or upgrade your current one, Windows 7 is designed to make your PC simpler and the things you do every day easier.
Get more from your PC. Windows Anytime Upgrade is the easy, fast, and affordable way to add features to Windows 7.
Your PC is ready for Windows 7
Based on the information you provided, your PC meets the minimum system requirements to run one of these editions of Windows 7:
For the best value and performance, purchase a new PC with Windows 7 pre-installed.
Your PC is ready for Windows 7
Based on the information you provided, your PC meets the minimum system requirements to run one of these editions of Windows 7:
Not sure if Windows 7 Professional is the right edition for you? Your PC will also run Windows 7 Ultimate.
For the best value and performance, purchase a new PC with Windows 7 pre-installed.
Your PC is ready for Windows 7
Based on the information you provided, your PC meets the minimum system requirements to run one of these editions of Windows 7:
Not sure if Windows 7 Home Premium is the right edition for you? Your PC will also run Windows 7 Ultimate and Windows 7 Professional.
For the best value and performance, purchase a new PC with Windows 7 pre-installed.
Your PC is ready for Windows 7
Based on the information you provided, your PC meets the minimum system requirements to run one of these editions of Windows 7:
Not sure if Windows 7 Home Premium is the right edition for you? Your PC will also run Windows 7 Ultimate and Windows 7 Professional.
For the best value and performance, purchase a new PC with Windows 7 pre-installed.
Your PC is ready for Windows 7
You can upgrade to the following edition of Windows 7 using Windows Anytime Upgrade—the fast, convenient way to upgrade Windows in minutes.
Your PC is ready for Windows 7
You can upgrade to the following edition of Windows 7 using Windows Anytime Upgrade—the fast, convenient way to upgrade Windows in minutes.
Your PC is ready for Windows 7
Based on the information you provided, your PC meets the minimum system requirements to run one of these editions of Windows 7:
For the best value and performance, purchase a new PC with Windows 7 pre-installed.
You are already running the best version of Windows 7.
Your PC Can Run Windows 7
Based on the information you provided, you can upgrade to Windows 7 by performing a "clean installation" to ensure the features you want will run reliably.
This is not a simple process so there are a couple of things to consider:
Back up your files
This upgrade removes all data on the hard drive or partition before installing Windows 7. You will need to back up all personal data you want to save before upgrading.
For more on this process please visit: www.windows.microsoft.com/upgrade-windows-vista-custom
Purchasing a new PC might be easier
To ensure the best Windows 7 experience, you might consider getting a new PC with Windows 7 pre-installed.
Based on the information you provided, your computer does not meet the minimum system requirements for Windows 7.
We recommend one of two options:
Buy a new PC with Windows 7
A new PC with Windows 7 may provide the best value for your money and ensure a reliable Windows experience.
Determine whether your current PC can run Windows 7
The Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor checks your PC to see if it’s ready to run Windows 7, identifies compatibility issues, and helps you choose the edition of Windows 7 that’s right for you.
Visit the Upgrade Advisor at:
www.windows.microsoft.com/upgrade-windows-vista-custom
