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Article ID: 927688 - Last Review: March 15, 2007 - Revision: 1.7
You cannot select the Upgrade option when you try to install Windows Vista, and you receive an error message that is specific to hardware that is installed on your computer
When you try to install Windows Vista on a computer, the
Upgrade option is unavailable. You may also receive a message that is specific to the computer hardware.
This issue occurs when one or more pieces of hardware that are attached to the computer are incompatible with Windows Vista.
To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
- If an installation of Windows Vista is in progress, cancel the current Windows Vista installation.
- Most applications and devices will run successfully on a computer that is running Windows Vista; however, older hardware and software applications may have compatibility issues. If you have concerns about a particular application or device, visit the Windows Vista Compatibility Center
(http://www.microsoft.com/windows/compatibility/windows-vista/default.aspx)
to see specific compatibility information about that product before upgrading. For some software applications you may need to consult the application manufacturer for updates to those applications to make them Windows Vista compatible.
- Upgrade or replace any incompatible hardware as indicated on the Windows Vista Compatability Center or by teh manufacturer.
- Unplug all optional devices. After Windows Vista is installed, plug these devices in one at a time.
- Start the Windows Vista installation.
For more information about hardware compatibility in Windows Vista, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
919183Â
(http://kbalertz.com/Feedback.aspx?kbNumber=919183/
)
System requirements for Windows Vista
APPLIES TO
- Windows Vista Business
- Windows Vista Enterprise
- Windows Vista Home Basic
- Windows Vista Home Premium
- Windows Vista Ultimate
- Windows Vista Starter
- Windows Vista Enterprise 64-bit Edition
- Windows Vista Home Basic 64-bit Edition
- Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit Edition
- Windows Vista Ultimate 64-bit Edition
- Windows Vista Business 64-bit Edition
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