Consider your needs and the compatibility of your devices before deciding.

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Animegirl34
Junior Member

08-28-2016, 05:10 AM

You have Win7 Pro 32-bit on a 160GB HDD and plan to move it to a 512GB SSD. You lack a valid Windows 7 key but have a working Windows 10 version. Two choices are considered: either activate Win7 Pro on the SSD using questionable methods, or run Windows 10 on the SSD with minimal activation issues, though older hardware may face challenges.

Animegirl34

08-28-2016, 05:10 AM #1

ConanGhost
Member

152

09-16-2016, 05:14 AM

I haven't seen much of a slowdown when switching to Windows 10 with older hardware, though this is what I've noticed. (I think Windows 10 meets requirements better than Windows 7.) Regarding a key distribution site, .net sells Windows keys for around 35 dollars.

ConanGhost

09-16-2016, 05:14 AM #2

itza_red_panda
Member

220

09-16-2016, 05:41 AM

I focus mainly on how much memory is being used. My old laptop had 1-2GB taken by Windows, and now my PC has only 4GB available.

itza_red_panda

09-16-2016, 05:41 AM #3

I focus mainly on how much memory is being used. My old laptop had 1-2GB taken by Windows, and now my PC has only 4GB available.

TheGrounders
Junior Member

09-18-2016, 02:13 AM

Windows tends to grab what it can, following its usual pattern (it adjusts based on your resources).

TheGrounders

09-18-2016, 02:13 AM #4

Windows tends to grab what it can, following its usual pattern (it adjusts based on your resources).

TheZikk
Junior Member

09-18-2016, 02:47 AM

I suggest choosing Windows 10 because of its great features and current updates. Regarding your RAM problem, you might want to purchase an additional 2-4GB of DDR2 RAM, as it's quite affordable, especially if you're buying used.

TheZikk

09-18-2016, 02:47 AM #5

Xav2808
Member

09-18-2016, 04:06 AM

I intend to switch to a 16GB upgrade soon, since a 4x4GB bundle is about $25.

Xav2808

09-18-2016, 04:06 AM #6

I intend to switch to a 16GB upgrade soon, since a 4x4GB bundle is about $25.

xBoomBeach
Member

191

10-06-2016, 03:23 AM

It wasn't something I expected. That reduces the concern.

xBoomBeach

10-06-2016, 03:23 AM #7

It wasn't something I expected. That reduces the concern.

Breanna_Bumble
Member

10-06-2016, 07:36 AM

Ensure your motherboard supports the LGA 775 form factor and can accommodate up to 4 or 8 GB of RAM.

Breanna_Bumble

10-06-2016, 07:36 AM #8

Ensure your motherboard supports the LGA 775 form factor and can accommodate up to 4 or 8 GB of RAM.

HellaDapper
Member

225

10-07-2016, 10:55 PM

Thanks for the reminder. It looks like the storage is limited to 8GB. That means I can opt for a slightly lower price.

HellaDapper

10-07-2016, 10:55 PM #9

Thanks for the reminder. It looks like the storage is limited to 8GB. That means I can opt for a slightly lower price.

YummyChipz
Junior Member

10-14-2016, 04:29 AM

#10

Sure, if you can afford it, upgrade to a model at least a few generations ahead. I’ve seen i5 2400 CPUs for around $40 with plenty of good offers. That’s my take.

YummyChipz

10-14-2016, 04:29 AM #10

Sure, if you can afford it, upgrade to a model at least a few generations ahead. I’ve seen i5 2400 CPUs for around $40 with plenty of good offers. That’s my take.

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