How do I find out if my hardware/software will work with Vista?

16 years ago

I need a new computer, I'm still using a 750mhz with Win98SE. It won't defrag and gives the blue screen of death daily.

Want to buy one before end of year because I can write part of it off for my job.

I'm concerned that my printer, ergonomic keyboard, speakers, optical mouse, camera, card reader, usb hub won't work with Vista.

I really do not want to buy all new. They all work fine, it is just the CPU and monitor that are giving me problems.

I also have Office 2000 Pro and cannot afford to buy a newer version and am afraid it won't work with Vista.

Is there a website to check? I don't want to find out after buying a new computer. I think I really would prefer XP.

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owbist
16 years ago
Use my link below, I used the Google search so you can seek alternate advice than just MS. MS will require you to install a small program it needs to look around your computer to assess it. Then you can look at the different flavours of Vista too.

It seems possible your printer will not work even if the compatibility test shows it will.

Here is a link that might be useful: Vista com[atibility
bob414
16 years ago
If you would really prefer xp Dell offers their business computers with xp. If you aren't interested in dell you might be able to find another manufacturer that would offer xp.
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immrlizard
16 years ago
buyorsell888

It is hard to say if the hardware will work for sure with vista. One way to check would be to go to the manufacturer's site for each piece that you have and see if they have drivers for vista. Most things like the hub and speakers work with everything.

I do have an option that may work out even better.

Have you ever heard of Ubuntu? It is a flavor of Linux that is very powerful and easy to use. It is free and will run rather nice on that hardware that you mentioned. I have set up a dozen people on it and all but one stayed on it. She only left it because her motherboard went bad and bought a new computer. A mac.

I included a link to either download and burn a copy or to ask them to send you a free cd. If it is your original hard drive, you may want to go buy another one because that might be at the root of your problem, or it could just be spyware or virus problems.

I tried Ubuntu after beta testing vista and have to say that I am happy that I decided not to switch to vista. My camera that wouldn't work with windows unless I downloaded the garbage software works with Linux flawlessly. It is also a good bit faster as well. It comes with a fully compatible word office suite as well. Let me know if you have any more questions. What is there to lose except a little time? If you don't like it, then you can spend the money and buy a new machine. I have to admit that it isn't for everyone. Some people have a need to spend money on things to think that it is a worthy solution. Either way, you have an option if you choose to take a look at it. Good luck with your choice

Here is a link that might be useful: alternative solution
abreeze
16 years ago
I had the same dilemna and decided to stick with XP. I'm glad I did.
abreeze
16 years ago
You may find the info in the thread below helpful...

Here is a link that might be useful: Windows XP SP3? (yes, 3)

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