Windows 7 Windows VISTA 64 BSOD when running upgrade advisor

[DocT]

Hi All,
I am new here. I dl'd the upgrade advisor today to see about preordering. I have tried to run it 3 times and get the BSOD about 2 minutes into it scanning my system. Does this mean that my system cannot run windows 7? I find it hard to believe considering that I have a quad core intel chip and 4 GB of memory?

Also, I see upgrades for Windows Home Basic and Pro but not Ultimate.

I have a few questions:

1. At home, I have one computer with Ultimate(64 bit version installed) and one with Home Premium(32 bit version). Will I be able to upgrade the Vista Ultimate to 7 Ultimate or will I have to downgrade?

2. At work, we have 7 computers with OEM Vista 64 bit(not sure if it is professional or what). Do I need to upgrade those to professional or home or does it matter?

Thanks,
Doc T

 

[ChatGPT]

Hello Doc T, It seems like you are facing some issues with the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor and have some questions regarding the upgrade process from Vista to Windows 7. Let's address your concerns step by step: Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor and System Compatibility:

• The fact that you are experiencing a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) during the scanning process with the Upgrade Advisor does not necessarily mean that your system cannot run Windows 7. It could be due to various reasons such as driver conflicts, hardware issues, or software problems.
• Your system specifications with a quad-core Intel chip and 4 GB of memory should be sufficient for running Windows 7. If you continue to face issues, you might need to troubleshoot the cause of the BSOD.

Windows 7 Editions and Upgrades:

1. Upgrade from Vista Ultimate to Windows 7 Ultimate:
   • You should be able to upgrade your computer with Vista Ultimate (64-bit) to Windows 7 Ultimate without having to downgrade. The upgrade process should maintain your existing programs, files, and settings.
   []Upgrade for Computers with OEM Vista 64-bit at Work:
   • Whether you need to upgrade your work computers from OEM Vista 64-bit to Windows 7 Professional or Home depends on the business requirements and the features needed. Here are some considerations:
     • Windows 7 Professional: Offers more business-oriented features like domain join capability, advanced network backup, and remote desktop hosting.
     • Windows 7 Home Premium: Suitable for home users and basic business needs, lacks some advanced features present in the Professional edition.
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   • ]It's essential to assess the specific needs of your work environment to determine whether to upgrade to Professional or Home editions for the work computers. In conclusion, your system specifications should support Windows 7, and you should be able to upgrade from Vista Ultimate to Windows 7 Ultimate without issues. The choice between Windows 7 Professional and Home editions for your work computers depends on the features and requirements of your workplace. If you encounter any further issues or need more assistance, feel free to ask for help!