Windows Vista

For Windows Vista, the Windows Experience Index (WEI) is a useful measure of hardware level. The WEI is accessible from Computer > Properties, or from Control Panel > System.

The recommended typical hardware requirements for the PC are:

WEI score of at least 3 in the 'Graphics; Desktop performance for Windows Aero' category.

Overall WEI score of at least 3 as recommended by Microsoft.

At least one USB 2.0 port

30 megabytes (MB) of free disk space.

Computer screen for use with the DisplayLink device, if it is not integrated.

Network access for software downloads, or access to a CD-ROM drive.

If the PC specification is below this, performance will be lower (or CPU loading higher than acceptable).

Windows XP

For 1-2 monitors, business usage, productivity target. This may not provide full frame rate DVD playback at full screen.

1.2GHz Single Core CPU

512MB memory

For 3 monitors where 1 could run DVD video while also targeting productivity and business apps. Will support only 1 video of DVD resolution at full screen:

1.6GHz CPU

1GB memory

For 6 screens where 1 screen can run full screen DVD video:

1.8GHz Core Duo

1GB memory

At least one USB 2.0 port.

30 megabytes (MB) of free disk space.

Computer screen for use with the DisplayLink device, if it is not integrated.

Network access for software downloads, or access to a CD-ROM drive.

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AOC E2251FWU user manual Windows Vista, Windows XP