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Most of the issues users have when upgrading to Windows Vista involve hardware or software incompatibilities. For example, your printer, CD drive or favorite game may not work properly. So, before you install Vista, make sure your devices will work with the new OS.

If you’ve run an upgrade utility, you have a list of devices and programs on your system that won’t function with Vista. Start with these, but be sure to double-check all your components. Microsoft has an online list of Vista-compatible software and hardware.  These lists are by no means complete, but they’re a good place to start. You should also check manufacturers’ or vendors’ web sites for updated drivers or newer versions of programs to download. And if you really want to be thorough, type “Vista” and a component name into Google to see what problems other users have had with that device.

If you find something that won’t work with Vista—and chances are, you will—don’t install Vista anyway and hope everything will work like magic. Bite the bullet and replace that device or application. A component labeled “Works with Windows Vista” will do just that—work with Vista, nothing more. Applications or devices labeled “Certified for Windows Vista” actually take advantage of Vista’s features, as in the case of a program that displays Vista-style windows. When it comes to software, choose the latter. Running older programs can affect Vista—for example, by switching it out of its Aero interface.

When all is said and done, a small investment in new devices/applications will be well worth it for you. If your device is compatible, Vista will automatically install its driver during installation or when Vista starts. It’ll be simple for you. And if an application is Vista-compatible—well, it’ll work.

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