Consider your needs and system compatibility before deciding.
Consider your needs and system compatibility before deciding.
Hello, Your Windows 7 setup is quite outdated. The installation of Windows 10 failed due to graphics issues, a corrupted boot logo, and driver problems that led to system crashes. You ended up reverting back to Windows 7 because it was functional. You're considering upgrading to Windows 8.1 but want to avoid repeating those problems. Here are some suggestions: check your hardware compatibility, ensure you have the latest drivers, and consider a clean installation if possible. Let me know if you need more details!
Do you notice any variation between the Instructions and Cache sections? I don’t have 3DNow+, and this processor lacks an integrated graphics unit.
Additionally, you're missing SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.1, SSE4A, AES, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, and SHA. These technologies were released prior to Windows 8.1, so they would have been available. While 8.1 could technically run, it would likely lack quality and contain issues. It's better to stick with Windows 7.
Consider switching away from Windows 7 if possible. It’s no longer maintained by Microsoft, meaning any security issues will be taken advantage of since patches won’t be provided. I’m puzzled why Windows 10 wouldn’t work... but I hope version 8.1 could. Although Windows 10 might run better overall, it has more years of improvements. You might explore Windows 10 LTSC—it’s a reduced edition—but you can’t officially register it, though there are workarounds.