Can I install Windows 7 on Win Vista or XP computer?

Friday, June 26th, 2009

If you are running Windows Vista on a computer, then you can most likely install new Microsoft operating system Windows 7 (seven) on it. However, if you are running Windows XP and want to run Windows 7  on it, then you need check system specifications with minimum requirement of Windows 7. You can easily check for XP / Vista to Windows 7 upgrade by installing and running test using free tool “Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor”.

Test using Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Tool

1. Click here to download  Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Tool.
2. Double click downloaded file and start installation process.
3. After the install, run the tool and you will see following window.

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4. Click Start Check button to check compatibity test for Window 7.

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5. You will get test results showing which parts of the system that need upgrade for smooth installation and working of Windows 7 operating system on it.

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