exocet_cm
In memory of dadkins
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join:2003-03-23
New Orleans, LA
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Re: [Vista] Call for assistance - Vista FAQ
I'll help. What can I do? |
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bcastner
Premium,VIP,MVM
join:2002-09-25
Chevy Chase, MD
clubs: | reply to MSeng
Any help you might need.
Bill |
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tcharp
T C
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join:2002-10-23
Lubbock, TX
 ·NTS Communications
 ·Suddenlink
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I like to know if there is another solution to the sound driver signature problem aside from allowing unsigned drivers at boot time. I would rather simple let the thing boot.
-TC
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Cheddarhead
Ain't Nuthin But A Thang
join:2002-02-19
Hudson, WI | reply to MSeng
Sign me up. Running RC2 now...
C |
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Badger3k
We Don't Need No Stinkin Badgers
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join:2001-09-27
Franklin, OH
clubs: | reply to MSeng
I'd also be more then happy to help if you are still looking for volunteers. |
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XoLiMiT
join:2001-10-04
Newark, NJ
1 edit | reply to MSeng
well since we do lack some information on what hardware is supported by the vista RC2 except for La Luna. I would recommend that all of us provide feedback on what hardware your using and the issues you encounter.
i will start
AMD AThlon XP 2600+
1GB Ram
Vista RC2
Radeon 9700 Pro - using vista drivers - works
NEC DVD RW - using vista drivers - works
ASUS CD Drive (S520/A4) - using vista drivers - works
Nvidia Nforce2 - using vista drivers - works
Linksys LNE100TX Fast Ethernet Adapter(LNE100TX v4) -Not available in Vista's driver database so does not auto install but does work Using windows XP drivers
Hercules DigiFire 7.1 - Does not work! Not available in Vista's driver database so does not auto install and does not work with XP drivers in fact i get blue screen of death.
only one driver issue on a 2+ year old machine not 2 bad.
need for speed carbon - crashes and won't load not even in xp sp2 compability mode but it could be because i have no sound device installed. |
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XoLiMiT
join:2001-10-04
Newark, NJ
2 edits | reply to MSeng
Editions and pricing
Windows Vista will ship in six editions.[38] All editions will be available in both 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) architectures, except Windows Vista Starter which will only be available for 32-bit architectures. Microsoft maintains a detailed Product Guide that describes the various editions of Windows Vista, including detailed comparison charts of all features.
On September 5, 2006, USD pricing was announced for the four editions they plan on making available through retail channels.[39] New license and upgrade license SKUs of each edition will be made available.
Windows Vista editions and pricing Edition Description Pricing Retail box
Upgrade Full
Windows Vista Starter Much like Windows XP Starter Edition, this edition will be limited to emerging markets such as India,Russia, Mexico, Brazil, Thailand, and Indonesia, mainly to offer a legal alternative to using unauthorized copies. It will not be available in the United States or Europe.[40] It will have many significant limitations, such as only allowing a user to launch three applications with a user interface at once, not accepting incoming network connections, a physical memory limit of 256 MB, and will run only in 32-bit mode.[41] Additionally, only Duron, Sempron and Geode processors from AMD, and Intel's Celeron and Pentium III processors are supported. No pricing announced No box shot available
Windows Vista Home Basic Similar to Windows XP Home Edition, Home Basic is intended for budget users not requiring advanced media support for home use. The Windows Aero theme with translucent effects will not be included with this edition. Home Basic will support up to 8 GB of physical memory. $99.95 $199.00
Windows Vista Home Premium Containing all features from Home Basic, this edition will additionally support more advanced features aimed for the home market segment, such as HDTV support and DVD authoring. Extra games, mobile and tablet computer support, file system encryption, and a photo management application are also included. This edition is comparable to Windows XP Media Center Edition and Tablet PC Edition. Home Premium will support up to 16 GB of physical memory. $159.00 $239.00
Windows Vista Business Comparable to Windows XP Professional, and aimed at the business market. Does not include the Media Center features of Home Premium, but does include the IIS web server, fax support, offline files, dual (physical) processor support, Remote Desktop, ad-hoc P2P collaboration capabilities, Previous Versions, and support for 128 GB of memory. $199.95 $299.00
Windows Vista Enterprise This edition is aimed at the enterprise segment of the market, and is a superset of the Business edition. Additional features include multilingual user interface support, BitLocker Drive Encryption, and UNIX application support. This edition will not be available through retail or OEM channels, but through Microsoft Software Assurance.[42] Part of Software Assurance enterprise licensing No box shot available
Windows Vista Ultimate This edition combines all the features of the Home Premium and Enterprise editions, and additionally comes with podcast creation support, a game performance tweaker (WinSAT), DVD ripping capabilities, and special online services for downloadable media, as well as additional customer service options. The Ultimate edition is aimed at high-end PC users, gamers, multimedia professionals, and PC enthusiasts. $259.00 $399.00
source: »en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Vista
also check out the microsoft site as they do have some sord of a comparison chart »www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/g···ult.mspx |
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jeffster1970
Whatta Ya Think About Dat?
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Kitchener, ON
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| reply to MSeng
Look...I am using Vista on my computer *desktop* and had several problems that I solved using google. Main problems: Sound and printing issues. I *might* be able to help. No promises. I repost after a long sleep and decide whether or not i should be posting my email and MSN for everyone to abuse me. Remember to...I am a Linux guy. Vista did a great job! God speed for all the rest of you.
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CO_Chris
Premium
join:2001-08-28
Broomfield, CO
1 edit | reply to MSeng
Sorry |
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La Luna
Surviving Ashraful
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join:2001-07-12
Warwick, NY
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·Optimum Online
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| said by CO_Chris  :how to retrieve the email MS sent out with the key in it.Is there away to get it back?I want to load Vista on my laptop but the key was on my DT that went south so what do i need to do? This is not a thread to ask for help. This is a thread to build FAQ's pertaining to Vista.
You should probably ask your question here:
»Microsoft Help
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ernstjason
join:2005-09-25
Waterloo, ON
| I was interested in how well games run in vista since alot of the graphics features have been built from the ground up, so I started testing with the "ultimate" version. Heres my specs (not a great comp but ran well enough with XP)
P4 2.8ghz HT 800myz fsb
Asus P4c800-e deluxe
1gb 400ghz dual channel
2 x 80gb raid 0 hdd
nvidia 6800xt
Vista was really good for automatically finding drivers, however they were poorly written drivers that functioned well within windows itself and not so much in games. I noticed that once I installed the manufactureres drivers for the video card and sound I had less problems. Before I did this there were severe graphics problems, out of sync sound and stuttering occuring. This was reduced after the drivers were installed but not completely. Also my frame rates have dropped by up to 50 frames/sec in some games. (cs:s, hl2, bf2)
On another unlrelated note, torrent speeds for me have gone down the crapper since I started using Vista. I was getting 300-500 kb/s with utorrent with XP and now im getting around 50 kb/s. |
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Angelo_
The Network Guy
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join:2002-06-18 | reply to MSeng
iif you want i can help out i know vista inside out gp, and the new msconfig sytle services it sports.
also how to get the most out of your install. |
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trparky
Bite My Shiny Metal Ass
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join:2000-05-24
Cleveland, OH
clubs: | reply to MSeng
I can help out if you want me to. I'll probably be one of the early adopters anyways. |
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Rungel
Run A Mile Live Awhile GT2110's
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join:2001-12-05
Ya I'm Here | reply to MSeng
Ok i can help also if you like. I'll be using it on a new Dell
Intel Core 2 Duo
4MB/2.0GHZ/667 mhz
T7200
1Gig DDR2 533mhz
80 gig 5400rpm HD
ATI x1400 hyper memory video |
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dellsweig
Extreme Aerobatics
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join:2003-12-10
Campbell Hall, NY | reply to MSeng
I will be available for help as well - I think after my recent experiences I can help shed some light on others questions
Dan |
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jimeez
Heads Are Empty
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join:2002-04-28
Mount Holly Springs, PA
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| reply to MSeng
I can offer my help. Been running full and final release of Ultimate for about two weeks now.
AMD Athalon 64 3500+
Abit KN8 Ultra
2 MB DDR 400mhz
ATI X850XT
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threejs30
join:2006-11-04
Maysville, KY
·Limestone Cable
| reply to MSeng
I am available to help. Been beta testing since the first build of longhorn. Anything I can do. |
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SoonerAl
Old Enough To Know Better
Premium,MVM
join:2002-07-23
Norman, OK
|  reply to MSeng
I have two contributions that you may or may not want to use...
How-To setup a PPTP VPN server on a Vista PC...
»theillustratednetwork.mvps.org/V···VPN.html
Vista Help and Support On-line from Microsoft...
»windowshelp.microsoft.com/Window···ult.mspx
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s0121
join:2002-04-23
Coldwater, KS
·AT&T Southwest
 ·Sprint Broadband D..
1 edit | I'll help what I can.. Currently testing Vista Ultimate. with XP Corp on Dual boot.
For interest I recommend the use of "Keyfinder2.0" for those whom have lost there install KEY or Product number for XP, Office, Vista and others.. It is FREE and works GREAT. In case you need to modify your Vista BCD there are two different packages that work, 1.) EasyBCD 1.5 and 2.) VistaBootPro 3.1.. [BCD is equal to boot.ini on XP] |
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sardonic_
@comcast.net | reply to MSeng
q. How long is Vista supported by Microsoft?
a. Home, Home premium and Ultimate are supported for 5 years. Business and enterprise editions are supported for 10 years. |
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