SOLVED SO many versions, HELP

[bobsy852]

Hey everybody, I've only just joined this forum in search of some much needed help.

I am in the process of buying a new PC and want Windows 7 64-bit. I looked into the versions and realised I would need the Professional version in order to run a lot of my older XP software, so I went in search of the best price I could find, and I came across this:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Microsoft-W...2NGQLIE/ref=noref?ie=UTF8&n=300435&s=software

Now, seen as it's a new PC i'll need a full version (not an upgrade) and I was wondering if this would full-fill this requirement?

Thanks for the help everybody!

 

[Veedaz]

Hi bobsy852 & welcome to Windows 7 Forums

Your link shows the OEM version of Windows 7 Professional, 64 bit, this will be one DVD to install to one PC.

 

[bobsy852]

thanks for the welcome!
Will it have the SP1 installed? (does that really matter if it hasn't? i.e, can't I just download that for free from Microsoft update?)

 

[Veedaz]

There is no SP1 for any version of Windows 7 yet and if you purchase from your link you will be getting the complete Windows 7 Professional

 

[bobsy852]

ah ok! Thanks for the quick responses! and for your help!

 

[Veedaz]

OK M8, just to ensure you get a nice clean install can you post the PC spec ?

 

[bobsy852]

yea, these are the specs:

Motherboard: Intel Socket 775 64-bit​

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Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 2.33GHz (4 x 2.33GHz Cores) 64-bit Socket 775​

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Memory: 8GB DDR2 (800MHz)​

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Graphics: 1GB nVidia GeForce GT220 PCI-Express 16x​

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Optical: Sony S-ATA Dual Layer DVD+/-RW​

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Hard drive: Internal 1TB (1000GB) S-ATA2​

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Internal Multi-Function Card Reader​

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Sound Card: 5.1 Premium Audio​

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LAN: Realtek 10/100 Ethernet​

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USB: 4 x rear USB 2.0 ports (plus 2 x front USB)​

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I was just about to ask, do you know if it would be possible to simply upgrade the processor on this PC (for example remove the Q8200 and install a Intel Q9450 for example? (or even an i5?)​

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[clifford_cooley]

I don't see a problem with that setup. It's better than my current rig.

 

[bobsy852]

thanks! i thought it was a nice setup, found it for a smashing price to £490! belting!

could still be upgraded though thus my question about upgrading processors!

 

[clifford_cooley]

I was just about to ask, do you know if it would be possible to simply upgrade the processor on this PC (for example remove the Q8200 and install a Intel Q9450 for example? (or even an i5?)

The Q9450 will work but the i5's use a different socket design

 

[bobsy852]

ok thanks! if I saved up again, could I fit any of the Q series?

 

[clifford_cooley]

Well I really need to backup and ask which motherboard you have before I answer for sure. It depends on a few variables.

 

[Veedaz]

Intel Socket 775 64-bit

would need the Motherboard part No to be able to answer on CPU upgrade.

Clean Install - drop the RAM down to 2GB use just Motherboard graphics reinstall the Graphics Card after Windows 7 is loaded and go to nVidia site for the latest drivers, also don't have any USBs plugged in at time of Windows 7 install.

 

[Nibiru2012]

Virtually all XP programs will run on Windows 7. I have had just a few issues of XP programs not running on Win7

 

[bobsy852]

thanks for the help!
I shouldnt need to upgrade the PC for a while, (well i wont be able to afford it for a bit, lol)
Just a future idea I had, thanks for the help on my selection though everybody! :d I'll call back once my PC arrives!

 

[Veedaz]

I think you will find the Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 2.33GHz is quite good anyway Rob, spec >

- Quad Core Technology
- 45nm-process Technology with various Core technology improvements
- 2.33GHz clock speed (7.0x Multiplier)
- 4MB L2 Cache
- Intel Speedstep Technology
- EM64T 64-Bit Technology
- Execute Disable Bit
- Cooler running technology, less heat and less noise!

 

[bobsy852]

thanks Veedaz! I hope so! I'm always on the look out for an upgrade option though!
Think those specs should last me a while though on my new PC, will certinally be a step up from my Pemtium 4 HT, 3Gb Dell!

Just can't wait for it to be delivered now!

 

[Veedaz]

certinally be a step up from my Pemtium 4

They were good for there day but no match for todays Quads

 

[catilley1092]

Yes Veedaz, they were good in their day (I still have two) but they don't even come close to matching dual core, let alone quad.