Will Windows 8 run on my Pentium 4 PC

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I have an Intel Pentium 4 (32-bit) Machine with a 2.80 GHz processor with a 1 GB of RAM and " hp pavilion 06 motherboard system model df142a-abu-a145 Is it possible to install and run Windows 8 (any version) on this PC configuration? I think it is possible the system requirements of Win 8 are the same as for Windows 7. :think: I am currently win 7 without any sort of problem. :)
 

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If 7 runs, 8 will run about the same or better.

1GB ram is very small though. 2GB is about the minimum for 7 or 8.
 

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If 7 runs, 8 will run about the same or better.

1GB ram is very small though. 2GB is about the minimum for 7 or 8.

my motherboard is [h=2]HP - Compaq MS-6577 Motherboard. and soon i am upgrading my ram from 1GB to 2GB do you think windows 8 will work on my desktop pc with the spec i got for my pc[/h]
 

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    windows 7 ultimate

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    WIN7 Home Premium 64-bit
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    Intel I7 920
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    Asus P6T-Se
    Memory
    6Gb
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    Sapphire HD5770
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    On-board
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    ASUS VW246H, Samsing Syncmaster 2233, Samsung Syncmaster T200HD
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    1920x1080
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    2 x 500Gb
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    NOX
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    Logitech Marble
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    10Mbps
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    Dell Inspiron 1501 with Win 8 CP 32 Bit - flying along!
I have an Intel Pentium 4 (32-bit) Machine with a 2.80 GHz processor with a 1 GB of RAM and " hp pavilion 06 motherboard system model df142a-abu-a145 Is it possible to install and run Windows 8 (any version) on this PC configuration? I think it is possible the system requirements of Win 8 are the same as for Windows 7. :think: I am currently win 7 without any sort of problem. :)
Should run OK. Adding the 1GB RAM you mention would help. I am running Win8 on a machine that is similar to yours. You may have to update a driver or so and maybe even some firmware. Some programs may not be compatible. And, some, IMO, non-essential Win8 features won't work (not a big deal, I guarantee). Use the Win8 upgrade assistant ASAP. You'll get your answer.
 

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  • OS
    Win7 Ult on DIY; Win8 Pro on MBP/Parallels; Win7 Ult on MBP/Boot Camp; Win7 Ult/Win8 Pro on HP
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    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    DIY Rig; MacBook Pro (MBP)/Parallels/Boot Camp; HP Pavilion dv6500t Laptop
    CPU
    Intel i7-2600K (sometimes OC'd to 4.8 GHz)
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    ASUS P8P67 Deluxe Rev B3
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    16 GB Corsair Vengeance
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    EVGA 570 SC
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    Gateway
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    Dual Boot:
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    Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500
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    20 Mbps Download/2+ Mbps Upload
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    Pioneer Blu-ray Burner/DVD Burner
I have an Intel Pentium 4 (32-bit) Machine with a 2.80 GHz processor with a 1 GB of RAM and " hp pavilion 06 motherboard system model df142a-abu-a145 Is it possible to install and run Windows 8 (any version) on this PC configuration? I think it is possible the system requirements of Win 8 are the same as for Windows 7. :think: I am currently win 7 without any sort of problem. :)
Should run OK. Adding the 1GB RAM you mention would help. I am running Win8 on a machine that is similar to yours. You may have to update a driver or so and maybe even some firmware. Some programs may not be compatible. And, some, IMO, non-essential Win8 features won't work (not a big deal, I guarantee). Use the Win8 upgrade assistant ASAP. You'll get your answer.

i have run the win8 upgrade assistant and there is only 5 things i need to review one being dvd 2 being NX 3 was secure boot or something like that i cnt remember i hope it does work win8
 

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I am hoping with you. Good luck.
 

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  • OS
    Win7 Ult on DIY; Win8 Pro on MBP/Parallels; Win7 Ult on MBP/Boot Camp; Win7 Ult/Win8 Pro on HP
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    DIY Rig; MacBook Pro (MBP)/Parallels/Boot Camp; HP Pavilion dv6500t Laptop
    CPU
    Intel i7-2600K (sometimes OC'd to 4.8 GHz)
    Motherboard
    ASUS P8P67 Deluxe Rev B3
    Memory
    16 GB Corsair Vengeance
    Graphics Card(s)
    EVGA 570 SC
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Gateway
    Hard Drives
    Dual Boot:
    Win7 Ult RAID 0 on OCZ Revo x2 and
    Win7 Ult RAID 0 on Caviar Black SATA 3's
    PSU
    Cooler Master Silent Pro 1000W
    Case
    Cooler Master 932 HAF
    Cooling
    Zalman CNPS9900MAX-B CPU Fan
    Keyboard
    Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500
    Mouse
    Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500
    Internet Speed
    20 Mbps Download/2+ Mbps Upload
    Other Info
    Pioneer Blu-ray Burner/DVD Burner
If the advisor says you don't have NX enabled or can't enable it Win8 won't run - save your money...
 

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  • OS
    WIN7 Home Premium 64-bit
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Homebuilt
    CPU
    Intel I7 920
    Motherboard
    Asus P6T-Se
    Memory
    6Gb
    Graphics Card(s)
    Sapphire HD5770
    Sound Card
    On-board
    Monitor(s) Displays
    ASUS VW246H, Samsing Syncmaster 2233, Samsung Syncmaster T200HD
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    2 x 500Gb
    PSU
    Coolermaster Silent Pro M700
    Case
    NOX
    Mouse
    Logitech Marble
    Internet Speed
    10Mbps
    Other Info
    Dell Inspiron 1501 with Win 8 CP 32 Bit - flying along!
I have an Intel Pentium 4 (32-bit) Machine with a 2.80 GHz processor with a 1 GB of RAM and " hp pavilion 06 motherboard system model df142a-abu-a145 Is it possible to install and run Windows 8 (any version) on this PC configuration? I think it is possible the system requirements of Win 8 are the same as for Windows 7. :think: I am currently win 7 without any sort of problem. :)
Should run OK. Adding the 1GB RAM you mention would help. I am running Win8 on a machine that is similar to yours. You may have to update a driver or so and maybe even some firmware. Some programs may not be compatible. And, some, IMO, non-essential Win8 features won't work (not a big deal, I guarantee). Use the Win8 upgrade assistant ASAP. You'll get your answer.

i have run the win8 upgrade assistant and there is only 5 things i need to review one being dvd 2 being NX 3 was secure boot or something like that i cnt remember i hope it does work win8
Yes, per MadHorseman's comment, what was said about NX?

From MS on NX,

"You'll also see a notice [from the Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant] if the processor might not support NX or if NX is turned off in the PC BIOS. Windows 8 Setup will attempt to turn on NX during installation and, if it isn't able to, will return your PC to the current operating system.

You can check if your processor supports NX and can turn it on if it is turned off by going into your PC's BIOS. Accessing the BIOS can vary depending on your PC manufacturer. Usually, you must press a key (such as F2, F12, Delete, or Esc) or a key combination immediately after you turn on your PC before Windows starts. For more information, check the information that came with your PC or go to the PC manufacturer's website. Once you are in the BIOS, look for the NX or XD settings under the Security tab to turn on the NX support. If the BIOS setting for the NX support option is not available on your PC, you might need to contact the PC manufacturer for info on updating the BIOS. If you need help accessing the BIOS on your PC or turning on NX, you can contact support."
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Win7 Ult on DIY; Win8 Pro on MBP/Parallels; Win7 Ult on MBP/Boot Camp; Win7 Ult/Win8 Pro on HP
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    DIY Rig; MacBook Pro (MBP)/Parallels/Boot Camp; HP Pavilion dv6500t Laptop
    CPU
    Intel i7-2600K (sometimes OC'd to 4.8 GHz)
    Motherboard
    ASUS P8P67 Deluxe Rev B3
    Memory
    16 GB Corsair Vengeance
    Graphics Card(s)
    EVGA 570 SC
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Gateway
    Hard Drives
    Dual Boot:
    Win7 Ult RAID 0 on OCZ Revo x2 and
    Win7 Ult RAID 0 on Caviar Black SATA 3's
    PSU
    Cooler Master Silent Pro 1000W
    Case
    Cooler Master 932 HAF
    Cooling
    Zalman CNPS9900MAX-B CPU Fan
    Keyboard
    Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500
    Mouse
    Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500
    Internet Speed
    20 Mbps Download/2+ Mbps Upload
    Other Info
    Pioneer Blu-ray Burner/DVD Burner
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