Should I upgrade to Windows 7. Main use is 3D art.
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Just wondering how people are finding Windows 7. I use XP at the moment and am thinking of upgrading. I'm a 3D artist and use the PC mainly for Photoshop and 3D programs like Maya. I also use the Unreal Editor on it. If it doesn't run Maya as well as XP does then I won't go to windows 7. I also use it for watching videos and stuff as well.
cheers.
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Intel(R) core(TM) 2 QUad CPU
Q6600 @2.40GHz
2.40 GHz, 3.00 GB of RAM
got a Quadro FX 1700 graphics card.
It says 3 gigs but its really 4. I think the Quadro uses up a gig itself. Is that a good system? I could get more and more ram with the new OS right?
Pretty decent rig, the graphics card isn't too great, I wouldn't buy a quadro next time, if your making stuff for gamer cards, why wouldn't you use one yourself? You'll see a greater performance difference with more ram and if you use 64bit apps.
It says 3 gigs because Windows XP 32bit is limited to 3 gigs. 32bit systems cant really see much beyond 3 gigs. So you have a gig of memory wasted. Given, the new OS would probably use that, but that leaves 3 gigs for your apps.
according to the wiki, support on XP will end April 8, 2014
I made the switch from XP 32bit to win7 64bit, and I'm pretty happy. I replaced my old ram with 8gigs, and things are so nice now. Though, not without issues. Such as, some graphics and games couldn't access a microsoft visual something something, so it would have problems installing. I also have problems with my Logitech mouse SetPoint software not actually saving the setting each reboot. I also had issues installing Crysis wars SDK plugins for Max 2009.
So yah, I think I may be the rare case, because it seems like everyone else made a smooth transition. But overall, I felt it was a great upgrade.
My cpu is a Intel core 2 duo 2.66 ghz
That's good to know. I've been thinking of upgrading to more RAM recently anyway, so this might be the ideal time to make the transition. Seems that most people are having a decent enough experience with it, anyway.
Thanks for the input.
Probably needs a Visual Studio dll for an older version. These usually don't ship with the OS. But if you find out which version, you can usually download the correct end user runtime from Microsoft.
I think you might be using Win XP x86. Have you considered going to xp x64? They're doing wonders for my system.
If i wanted flashy seetrough windows windows id buy a mac.
Heck my windows only show up as outlines when i move them!
Theyre selling 7 for 35€ if your a student here but its only 32bits home so its not really
of use to me.
How does it enforce it?
Have to have it installed as second os?
All i can say is "HOLY SHIT". 7 with aero enabled and no tweaks runs MUCH smoother than vista with aero turned OFF and every possible performance tweak in use.
Core2 duo @ 2.6 ghz
5 gig ram
nvidia gts250
Vista is a piece of shit.
Nuking files sucks, but I needed to reformat anyway...
In reference to the thread, there's no reason not to upgrade, besides needing money for the thing.
Here's the page: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/Support/Motherboard/Driver_Model.aspx?ProductID=2747&ost=windows+7+32bit#anchor_os
You can. They are just listing older drivers on gigabytes site. Go to the chipset manufacturer (ie intel). You will have drivers with the OS as well.
Exactly the same case here. I hate the bubbly green start button. Oldskewl ftw.
I use Maya, Photoshop, Real Flow and Vue as my main programs. As long as they run, I'll be happy
edt: "such as, some graphics and games couldn't access a microsoft visual something something, so it would have problems installing."
Another thing that really wasn't any different before.
What's next, people whining about having to install flash?
"UGh, like, why can't it do this for me? XP totally had it"
Dude, I totally agree. Vista has been killing me for the past year now.