Windows7 operating system requires computer Configuration

If you want to run Windows 7 on your computer, see the configuration that it requires below:

·1 GHz 32-bit or 64-bit processor

·1 GB Memory (based on 32-bit) or 2 GB of memory (based on 64-bit)

16 GB free hard disk space (based on 32-bit) or GB of available hard disk space (based on 64-bit)

• DirectX 9 Graphics device with driver for WDDM 1.0 or later

To use certain features, there are some additional requirements:

Internet access (there may be network broadband charges)

• Depending on the resolution, additional memory and advanced graphics hardware may be required to play the video

• Some games and programs may require graphics cards to be compatible with DirectX 10 or later for optimal performance.

• For some Windows Media Center features, you may need a TV tuner and other hardware

Windows Touch features and Tablet PCs require specific hardware

• Family groups need networks and computers running Windows 7

• Compatible CD-ROM drives when making DVD/CD

BitLocker requires a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2

BitLocker to go requires a USB flash drive

Windows XP mode requires additional 1 GB of memory and GB of available hard disk space

• Music and sound require an audio output device

Product features and graphics may vary depending on the system configuration, and some features may require advanced or additional hardware.

Computers with multi-core processors:

Windows 7 is designed specifically for use with today's multi-core processors. All 32-bit versions of Windows 7 support up to 32 processor cores, while 64-bit versions support up to 256 processor cores.

Computers with multiple processors (CPUs):

Commercial servers, workstations, and other high-end computers can have multiple physical processors. The Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise, and flagship editions allow two physical processors to provide optimal performance on these computers. The Windows 7 easy version, home normal edition, and home Advanced Edition can only identify one physical processor.