Knowing which version of Windows Vista™ you want makes it easier to find the right PC. Select either a Windows Vista-capable PC or a Windows Vista Premium-ready PC, depending on which edition of Windows Vista you intend to install. If you're interested in Windows Vista Home Basic, consider a Windows Vista-capable PC. If you're interested in Windows Vista Home Premium, Business or Ultimate, consider a Windows Vista Premium-ready PC.
Windows Vista Premium-Ready PCs
Windows Vista Premium-ready PCs deliver an even better Windows Vista experience and can run all of the advanced features offered in the premium editions (Windows Vista Home Premium, Business and Ultimate). Vista Premium-ready PCs come with at least:
- 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor 1.0GHz or faster
- 1GB system memory
- Support for DirectX 9 graphics with a WDDM driver, 128MB graphics memory (minimum), Pixel Shader 2.0 and 32 bits per pixel
- 40GB hard drive capacity with 15GB free space
- DVD-ROM drive (internal or external)
- Audio-output capability
- Internet-access capability
Windows Vista-Capable PCs
Windows Vista-capable PCs can deliver the core experiences of Windows Vista and come with at least:
- A modern processor (at least 800MHz)
- 512MB of system memory
- A graphics processor that is DirectX 9 capable
