how to install windows vista on to a new computer

[nine tailed fox]

i am new at building computers, and i am about to build my first comptuer.
befor i started i wanted to make sure i know how to add vista to a computer
with brand new componetes...

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit for System Builders - OEM

i had found a good deal on this so i want to make sure i can use it befor i
buy it.

is it as simple as puting the disk into the dvd reader and let it do its
work or is there more...? i would apreatiat any help that any one can give
me.. please and thank you!!!

 

[Tyro]

You must first ensure your hardware is capable of running Vista. Check with
Microsoft. Your computer should exceed the minimum requirements.
You just insert the dvd.

Tyro

 

[nine tailed fox]

the componets are well above the minimum requirments and the motherboard says
its compatiable, thank you very much for your help.

 

[Tyro]

My comment stands. Just insert the dvd and install.

Tyro

 

[Spikey]

My comment stands. Just insert the dvd and install.

Tyro

It's also a good idea to check the manufacturers site for your favourite
programs/games and your printer etc to make sure they are all vista
compatible.

 

[Ken Blake, MVP]

the componets are well above the minimum requirments

Bear in mind that the "minimum requirements" are the theoretical
minimums, and not at all the minimums required for adequate
performance. If your configuration is "well above" those minimums, it
may be fine, but you'd be a lot safer if you posted what you have and
give us a chance to evaluate them.

 

[nine tailed fox]

parts list---
--O261-8082 :: OCZ Vista Gold Edition Dual Channel 4096MB PC6400 DDR2 800MHz
Memory (2 x 2048MB) (0.1 lbs)
--A271-3450 :: Sapphire Radeon HD 3450 Video Card - 256MB DDR2, PCI Express
2.0, CrossFireX Ready, (Dual Link) DVI, VGA, HDTV (0.4 lbs)
--TSD-250AS7 :: Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 250GB Hard Drive - 7200, 16MB,
Serial ATA-300, OEM (1 lbs)
--LITE-ON Combo Black SATA Model DH-52C2S-04 - OEM
--RAIDMAX SMILODON Extreme Black ATX-612WEBP 1.0mm SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower
Foldout MB Computer Case With 500W Power Supply - Retail
--EDIMAX EW-7128G PCI Wireless Card - Retail
--Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit for System Builders - OEM
-- AMD Phenom II X4 940 Deneb 3.0GHz Socket AM2+ 125W Quad-Core Black
Edition Processor Model HDZ940XCGIBOX - Retail
-- MSI K9A2 Platinum AM2+/AM2 AMD 790FX ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail

that sums up my item list with around a total cost 700$

 

[Tyro]

But does it have a Vista Logo on it to say that it can run Vista?

Tyro

 

[Ken Blake, MVP]

parts list---
--O261-8082 :: OCZ Vista Gold Edition Dual Channel 4096MB PC6400 DDR2 800MHz
Memory (2 x 2048MB) (0.1 lbs)
--A271-3450 :: Sapphire Radeon HD 3450 Video Card - 256MB DDR2, PCI Express
2.0, CrossFireX Ready, (Dual Link) DVI, VGA, HDTV (0.4 lbs)
--TSD-250AS7 :: Seagate Barracuda 7200.10 250GB Hard Drive - 7200, 16MB,
Serial ATA-300, OEM (1 lbs)
--LITE-ON Combo Black SATA Model DH-52C2S-04 - OEM
--RAIDMAX SMILODON Extreme Black ATX-612WEBP 1.0mm SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower
Foldout MB Computer Case With 500W Power Supply - Retail
--EDIMAX EW-7128G PCI Wireless Card - Retail
--Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit for System Builders - OEM
-- AMD Phenom II X4 940 Deneb 3.0GHz Socket AM2+ 125W Quad-Core Black
Edition Processor Model HDZ940XCGIBOX - Retail
-- MSI K9A2 Platinum AM2+/AM2 AMD 790FX ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail

that sums up my item list with around a total cost 700$

What you have should be fine.