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The 2004 PC refuses to receive updates.

The 2004 PC refuses to receive updates.

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Blueboy74a
Junior Member
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09-30-2016, 06:35 PM
#1
Hey everyone, I had a PC that didn’t want to upgrade to newer operating systems last month. It’s still running Windows XP and I’m planning to use it as a security camera setup. I’d like to switch to Windows 7 or 10, but if someone has a solution, I’ll go with Windows 8. Thanks. Mark
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Blueboy74a
09-30-2016, 06:35 PM #1

Hey everyone, I had a PC that didn’t want to upgrade to newer operating systems last month. It’s still running Windows XP and I’m planning to use it as a security camera setup. I’d like to switch to Windows 7 or 10, but if someone has a solution, I’ll go with Windows 8. Thanks. Mark

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KingSmylie
Member
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10-02-2016, 07:01 AM
#2
I attempted to generate bootable CDs for USB drives, even using the system recovery file, but it didn't work.
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KingSmylie
10-02-2016, 07:01 AM #2

I attempted to generate bootable CDs for USB drives, even using the system recovery file, but it didn't work.

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Obeey_Me123
Junior Member
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10-02-2016, 03:59 PM
#3
What computer are you using? What CPU model is it running? How many RAM slots are available? Are you attempting to start with the standard versions of the operating systems?
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Obeey_Me123
10-02-2016, 03:59 PM #3

What computer are you using? What CPU model is it running? How many RAM slots are available? Are you attempting to start with the standard versions of the operating systems?

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IAMLeonox
Member
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10-04-2016, 11:31 AM
#4
I also powered it down. Hmm, seems like a Celleron II with BGA and around 2 GB RAM. Didn’t consider x86 yet—I’ll check soon. It’s running at 10 to 2 here, and the gf and I haven’t had dinner either. Thanks for the tip. Mark
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IAMLeonox
10-04-2016, 11:31 AM #4

I also powered it down. Hmm, seems like a Celleron II with BGA and around 2 GB RAM. Didn’t consider x86 yet—I’ll check soon. It’s running at 10 to 2 here, and the gf and I haven’t had dinner either. Thanks for the tip. Mark

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10-05-2016, 06:24 AM
#5
You're right about the computer being old enough to participate. It might have served its purpose well, but upgrading could be beneficial. A Raspberry Pi clone is likely to outperform it.
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xXCoolIceBoyXx
10-05-2016, 06:24 AM #5

You're right about the computer being old enough to participate. It might have served its purpose well, but upgrading could be beneficial. A Raspberry Pi clone is likely to outperform it.

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tetriad
Member
203
10-18-2016, 10:49 AM
#6
It’s likely better to stick with version 8. Windows 7 isn’t supported, and based on my experience, version 8 performs better on older systems. Ideally, you’d want a budget used PC with a second-generation i5 processor.
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tetriad
10-18-2016, 10:49 AM #6

It’s likely better to stick with version 8. Windows 7 isn’t supported, and based on my experience, version 8 performs better on older systems. Ideally, you’d want a budget used PC with a second-generation i5 processor.

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AnnaLaura9696
Junior Member
47
10-20-2016, 02:15 PM
#7
The last time a 90nm CPU was seen was around 2010-2012, primarily in older mobile and embedded systems before the shift to smaller process nodes.
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AnnaLaura9696
10-20-2016, 02:15 PM #7

The last time a 90nm CPU was seen was around 2010-2012, primarily in older mobile and embedded systems before the shift to smaller process nodes.

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BookMix
Member
207
10-20-2016, 03:17 PM
#8
I’m running an Athlon XP (Barton, 130nm) with a solid board and RAM setup. Back then Intel struggled a lot for performance, but now both AMD and Intel have improved significantly. The old days were tough for Intel after Ryzen launched, especially when they focused heavily on power to match rivals, but Netburst was the peak of Intel’s performance. Today, you really don’t have a bad choice between the two options.
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BookMix
10-20-2016, 03:17 PM #8

I’m running an Athlon XP (Barton, 130nm) with a solid board and RAM setup. Back then Intel struggled a lot for performance, but now both AMD and Intel have improved significantly. The old days were tough for Intel after Ryzen launched, especially when they focused heavily on power to match rivals, but Netburst was the peak of Intel’s performance. Today, you really don’t have a bad choice between the two options.

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Bonnibel
Posting Freak
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11-03-2016, 09:20 PM
#9
I verified it's a Celeron D.
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Bonnibel
11-03-2016, 09:20 PM #9

I verified it's a Celeron D.

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DePOnie
Junior Member
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11-09-2016, 02:43 PM
#10
Additionally, it seems the system isn't allowing keyboard access after the post/bios menu until the full startup or login process is complete.
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DePOnie
11-09-2016, 02:43 PM #10

Additionally, it seems the system isn't allowing keyboard access after the post/bios menu until the full startup or login process is complete.

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