Laptops running Windows 7

Laptops running Windows 7 A short while later Windows 7 has just been released but now 'IT citizens' are eagerly waiting.

While the desktops are strong and mentioned much about the ability to use Windows 7, the laptop line is the "dude" weak (compared to the same configuration PC) also seems to want to try Windows 7 is in my home. For laptops bought two years ago, 'home repair' for Windows 7 compatibility becomes a big question. So what is the condition and what needs to be changed for the laptop to run Windows 7?

According to experts, laptops that have been available since January 1, 2007, and who are using Windows Vista, are "fit" to upgrade to Windows 7. If you find your device is quite old and doesn't know the strength. If the configuration of the device is suitable for Windows 7, what needs to be changed, download the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Beta application (6.3 MB) here . After installing and running to check, the program will analyze the configuration and make reasonable suggestions for you.

In general, this is the recommended minimum configuration if your device wants to experience Windows 7:

- Processor (CPU) with 1 GHz or higher speed, 16 GB free hard drive and graphics card is DX9.

- Minimum RAM capacity of 1 GB (or up to 2 GB if Windows 7 is 64 bit).

- Storage space is at least 16 GB (or 20 GB for Windows 7 64 bit).

- DX9 graphics card must be compatible with WDDM 1.0 control programs. Laptops with ATI or nVidia chipsets are a smooth configuration for you to install Windows 7. Windows 7 also has integrated drivers for graphics cards using nVidia and ATI chipsets. However, you need backup to update the latest graphics drivers.

In it, WDDM - Windows Display Driver Model is the name of the display driver. It is built-in (and can be updated) in the graphics board, making it possible for high-end applications to display beautiful visual effects. Graphics card (video card) is usually connected to a computer screen.