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Return Policies
This item is covered by Newegg.com's Software Return Policy.
- Return Retail Software for refund within: 30 days (must be unopened)
- Return OEM Software for refund within: non-refundable
- Return Defective (Retail or OEM) Software for replacement within: 30 days
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Good OS
- Pros: Very fast booting, clean interface, much more secure than XP
- Cons: UAC is, by far, the worst parts of this OS. If it were an optional component rather than a standard upon install, it wouldn't be such a big deal. Sure, you can have it NOT install if you use a script file but there aren't very many people out here in the real world who can do such a thing.
Vista is a good OS
- Pros: Despite the public opinion, Vista truly is a great operating system. It is fast, stable, more secure than XP, and has a good user interface to work from.
- Cons: It is still Microsoft.
- Other Thoughts: Many folks frustrations seem to come from two sources:
1> Things were moved around in Vista (users directory, tools were placed in different locations within start menu/control panel, etc)
2> Compatibility with older hardware.
Computer hardware has changed considerably since the days of Windows XP. Vista works to take advantage of some of that. Yet, this draws criticism from many. There will be compatibility issues with some older hardware and software vendors, but overall, it has good hardware/software support.
Poor quality disk
- Pros: Cannot comment on pro's due to bad media. Fortunately, defective media is not a problem if you have already decided to by multiple copies, it would be rare to get a bunch of bad media.
- Cons: Poor quality media has made it impossible to install this product. Although purchased as new the product came with scratches. Since it is OEM, if you company is not in a position to test withing the 30 refund period, it will cost about a third of the original purchase price to replace it from MicroSoft.
- Other Thoughts: When evaluating a new OEM products, delay purchase until your company is ready to test immediately. Otherwise you may incur additional charges replacing defective media. Defective media is not problem if you already intend to purchase multiple copies because you only need one good copy and the odds of getting multiple bad copies should be low.
| Disclaimer |
| Disclaimer |
Use of this OEM System Builder Channel software is subject to the terms of the Microsoft OEM System Builder License. This software is intended for pre-installation on a new personal computer for resale. This OEM System Builder Channel software requires the assembler to provide end user support for the Windows software and cannot be transferred to another computer once it is installed. To acquire Windows software with support provided by Microsoft please see our full package "Retail" product offerings. |
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Microsoft |
| Model |
66J-05542 |
| Spec |
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Windows Vista Business SP1 32-bit for System Builders DVD |
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Business |
| System Requirements |
Processor
Required: 800 MHz or faster processor
Recommended: 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
Memory
Required: 512 MB of system memory
Recommended: 1 GB of system memory
Hard Disk
Required: 20 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available space
Recommended: 40 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available space
Drive
Required: CD-ROM drive
Recommended: DVD-ROM drive
Display
Required: Support for Super VGA graphics
Recommended: Support for DirectX 9 graphics with WDDM Driver, 128 MB of graphics memory (minimum), Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware, and 32 bits per pixel
Sound Card
Audio output recommended
Internet Connection
Some features require an Internet connection; access to and use of the Internet may require payment of a separate fee to an Internet service provider; local and long distance telephone call charges may apply
Other
Windows Tablet and Touch Technology requires a Tablet PC or a touch screen |
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OEM |
| Features |
| Features |
The Windows Vista Business operating system is designed to meet the needs of business organizations of all sizes. For small businesses, Windows Vista Business will help keep PCs running smoothly and more securely so you will be less reliant on dedicated IT support. For larger organizations, Windows Vista Business provides dramatic new infrastructure improvements, enabling your IT staff to spend less time focused on the day-to-day maintenance of PCs and more time adding strategic value to your organization. Windows Vista Business also offers powerful new ways to organize, find, and share information while staying better connected whether you are in the office or on the road. This helps your business to run more efficiently than ever before.
In addition to all previously released updates, SP1 contains changes focused on addressing specific reliability and performance issues, supporting new types of hardware, and adding support for several emerging standards. SP1 also continues to make it easier for IT administrators to deploy and manage Windows Vista. Service Packs are not intended to be a vehicle for releasing significant new features or functionality; however some existing components do gain slightly enhanced functionality in SP1 to support industry standards and new requirements. |
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Reviewed By: Spockman on 7/3/2009
Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
