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  1. 05-15-2002, 01:25 PM #1
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    Windows XP

    Does any know what the minimum requirements are needed to run Windows XP?

    Thanks
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  2. 05-15-2002, 02:00 PM #2
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    Here's What You Need to Use Windows XP Home Edition
    PC with 300 megahertz (MHz) or higher processor clock speed recommended; 233-MHz minimum required;* Intel Pentium/Celeron family, AMD K6/Athlon/Duron family, or compatible processor recommended
    128 megabytes (MB) of RAM or higher recommended (64 MB minimum supported; may limit performance and some features)
    1.5 gigabyte (GB) of available hard disk space.*
    Super VGA (800 × 600) or higher resolution video adapter and monitor
    CD-ROM or DVD drive
    Keyboard and Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device.

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  3. 05-15-2002, 02:05 PM #3
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    You never really want to be running a Windows O/S anywhere near the absolute minimum requirements. Practically speaking I'd say a processor on the high side of 500MHz and 128MB (much better at 256MB). Below that I would question the 'upgrade' to XP (if that's what we're talking about).
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    Thanks for the information!
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  5. 05-15-2002, 04:50 PM #5
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    I had it running on a Duron 750mhz 128mb ram (3rd system) and I though it was a little sluggish. But added another 128mb ram and it picked up quite a bit.
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    I got XP running on a Pentium 90 using undocumented setup
    switch's. It looked real pretty but was rather sluggish.

    Played with for a couple of days- killing unused services,
    cpu intensive system protection stuff and the networking-
    it picked up a little.

    oops...
    Intel Gx board P90 48mb ram 800mb cd external modem

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    switch's were ............ setup /is /nm

    Slipping the memory and processor checks
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    Yep, there's always one in every crowd.
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    It runs on my dad's 500MHZ 256Mb sdram...but barely. He turned off their visual display styles stuff and used classic mode. That helped out a lot.
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    LOL..Thanks for the replys...I guess I will go with at least a 1 gig cpu, and 256 of ram.
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    I got XP running on a Pentium 90 using undocumented setup switch's. It looked real pretty but was rather sluggish.
    Can you please tell me/us what switch it was please, herosrest ?
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    XP likes Fast CPU's and lots for memory, like 2000Pro does.

    XP and 2000Pro really scream with 512mb or more ram.


    I would say 256mb Min (Real world).

    P2 400, with alot of memory or P3 650 with 256mb.
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    Hi.

    Te switch's were ............ setup /is /nm

    Slipping the memory and processor checks.
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    Gotta try it ...
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    Amended :The switch /IS - Ignores the routine System check

    I have a jumble of these undoc'd switchs accumulated over time.
    Some tried some not. Each i've used has worked.
    Gimme an email address and i'll forward.

    I do'nt run email clients on kit anymore - way too much agro.
    Hotmail does nicely and free storage.
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