peter_ming
Baseband Member
- Messages
- 98
Hi all,
My plans of building a new set has just changed slightly, and it means that i have to settle first with my old P4. Now I plan to do a clean XP install to help it from being even more sluggish, however, do you guys think it will run on Vista?
The config is:
Gigabyte Mobo
P4 2.8 Ghz - I'm not sure it it runs HT
GPU FX5500
1.2 GB DDR memory - I can upgrade into 2 GB if needed
I installed two HDs, and I plan to add another one via SATA adapter (the mobo only has 2 SATA built in). I may install the Vista on the new HD and run dual boot. My friend told me that running 3 HDs will burden my aging set, is it true? I've also installed two DVD burners already on it.
If I install Vista Home Premium, how do you think it will perform especially on multitask, and will Aero works with FX5500? Will adding memory help significantly? I will not spend my money on a new Vista disc if my old set can't handle it.
I mainly use my PC for internet, downloading, audio/video playback (no rendering/converting), office task, and other light duties.
Thanks for all your inputs.
Peter
My plans of building a new set has just changed slightly, and it means that i have to settle first with my old P4. Now I plan to do a clean XP install to help it from being even more sluggish, however, do you guys think it will run on Vista?
The config is:
Gigabyte Mobo
P4 2.8 Ghz - I'm not sure it it runs HT
GPU FX5500
1.2 GB DDR memory - I can upgrade into 2 GB if needed
I installed two HDs, and I plan to add another one via SATA adapter (the mobo only has 2 SATA built in). I may install the Vista on the new HD and run dual boot. My friend told me that running 3 HDs will burden my aging set, is it true? I've also installed two DVD burners already on it.
If I install Vista Home Premium, how do you think it will perform especially on multitask, and will Aero works with FX5500? Will adding memory help significantly? I will not spend my money on a new Vista disc if my old set can't handle it.
I mainly use my PC for internet, downloading, audio/video playback (no rendering/converting), office task, and other light duties.
Thanks for all your inputs.
Peter