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1.5 GB of free disk space for installing Windows XP Professional. You should

also have several additional gigabytes of hard disk space to allow for updates,

space

additional Windows components, applications, and user data.

Networking Network adapter card and a network cable, if necessary.

Display Video display adapter and monitor with Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) reso-

lution or higher.

Other drives CD-ROM drive, 12X or faster recommended (not required for installing Win-

dows XP Professional over a network), or DVD drive.

High-density 3.5-inch disk drive as drive A, unless the computer supports

starting the Setup program from a CD-ROM or DVD drive.

Accessories Keyboard and Microsoft-compatible mouse or other pointing device.

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Exam Tip You should memorize the basic hardware requirements for running Windows XP. A

233 MHz processor, 64 MB RAM, and a 2 GB hard disk with 1.5 GB free space are required.

How to Verify Hardware Compatibility with the Windows Catalog

Although the Windows XP Professional Setup Wizard automatically checks your hard-

ware and software for potential conflicts, before you install Windows XP Professional,

you should verify that your hardware is listed in the Windows Catalog. Microsoft pro-

vides tested drivers for the listed devices only. Using hardware not listed in the Win-

dows Catalog could cause problems during or after installation. To find the Windows

Catalog, go to the Windows Catolog page of the Microsoft Web site at http://

https://traloihay.net.

Note If your hardware is not in the Windows Catalog, the hardware manufacturer might be

able to provide you with a Windows XP Professional driver for the component.

What Are Disk Partitions?

The Windows XP Professional Setup program examines the hard disk to determine its

existing configuration. Setup then allows you to install Windows XP Professional on an

existing partition or to create a new partition on which to install it.