Set up Windows 7 specifically for Skyrim gaming experience
Set up Windows 7 specifically for Skyrim gaming experience
This might seem unusual at first, but I have solid justification. I can use Windows keys from my university for free, so that's not a problem. I'm currently using Windows 10 and was considering setting up a dual boot with Windows 7 specifically for modded Skyrim. Here are the points: 1. DX9 has issues on Windows 10 and limits VRAM to a maximum of 4GB, which doesn't match my system regardless of capacity. This was confirmed with my 980ti. 2. Skyrim doesn't run smoothly on Windows 10. 3. SKSE and ENB settings on Windows 10 can cause unpredictable problems and crashes. I have the necessary space, I already possess the key, and all I need to do is install. I'm uncertain about stability since a mod is already causing CTD and I'm trying to locate it.
You might be able to repurpose a small 120+ gb drive from a laptop or similar device for running Windows and Skyrim. Just disconnect the other drives to avoid interference from any mods in Skyrim. However, I wouldn't suggest it unless you're comfortable with the risks.
The other options aren't affected because the game doesn't influence them.
I recently attempted to install two operating systems on my PC. The primary system ran on a 120GB SSD, while the secondary system was stored on a separate 1TB drive that also housed the game for the main OS. Unfortunately, the second system experienced BSOD errors due to a game running there, which likely affected the entire drive. It would be best to avoid using multiple systems on a single drive with important files or data.
You mentioned testing point #1, but do you have any evidence to support it? I haven't encountered any problems after thousands of hours of use.
I tracked my VRAM consumption which stayed within the 4096-256MB range I allocate, plus the ENB autodetection setting reads 4GB. You can search online for similar problems. If needed, I can compare your setup with others once configured. EDIT: It seems you likely didn’t notice it because your game uses less than 4GB of VRAM. I faced texture issues earlier.
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