musyas Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 What do you preferred, 32bit or 64bit AutoCAD 2009 ver.? What type of Windows XP version should I use? SP2 or SP3? Anyone here can give me some advice and guides to do, so that my AutoCAD 2009 will meet the exact requirements. Thanks in advance.. PS: my English is suck.. L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted July 19, 2009 Share Posted July 19, 2009 I would prefer 64-bit but I'm using 32-bit because my company isn't about to buy me a new system. I'm currently using WinXP SP3 and have no plans to switch to Vista although I am holding out hope for Win7. If I were to get a new system, home or office, I might seriously consider going with the new OS after it has been out for three months (enough time for a couple of major updates to fix bugs). What exact requirements are you seeking? Don't worry about your English. Eventually we will get it all sorted out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musyas Posted July 20, 2009 Author Share Posted July 20, 2009 Actually Sir im planing to buy a laptop with the specs of Core 2 Duo T6400 2.0GHz, 3GB RAM, 512 VGA, and i dont have any idea what type of OS that i'll use, actually I choose Windows XP SP3 but there's a choices between 32BIT or 64BIT thingy. And in the AutoCAD 2009 installer to there is 32Bit and 64Bit. So these mean that i have to match the BIT thingy so that the OS and AutoCAD 2009 will meet the exact version, and as you said, you prefer 64Bit. i would choose the same as you, so from the very start if you used 64BIT OS you must used 64Bit AutoCAD too? Is this right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I believe that is the recommendation (matching the software to the OS). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 According to Microsoft... "The 64-bit systems offer direct access to more virtual and physical memory than 32-bit systems and process more data per clock cycle, enabling more scalable, higher performing computing solutions." That means you can go beyond the 4GB max memory barrier that an OS like WinXP imposes. The more memory the more complex and larger your drawings can be without adversely affecting performance. Plan for the future not just for today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankman Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I too would hold out for MS Windows 7. I lack any experience with Vista and, don't feel like going there. Current OS is Windows XP Pro SP3, works fine. At sixty-two, I don't need a lot of new "stuff" as long as I can complete my projects accurately and on time. Photoshop and rendering programs I'm sure would love the extra memory as well as the faster processing speed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zorg Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 It would be wise to wait for Windows 7 indeed. I regret getting vista, it lured me in with its shiny GUI and sidebar, but compatilbily wise it is still flawed. I think Ms will do what they did with 2000 or ME edition and skip this one and concentrate on 7. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD Mather Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I have had zero problems with Vista OS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cad64 Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I have had zero problems with Vista OS. Same here. No problems at all. I have renamed this thread to something a bit more appropriate. "Help!!!" is not a very descriptive title for a thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADMASTER1128 Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 We have a computer at school using Windows 7 Beta (Build 7000) We are running AutoCAD ADT 2004 on it and it runs nice. The only error we get is when we close it but after installing the service pack, that issue was fixed. Windows 7 offers a nice feature of "pinning" your documents to the task bar so that way you don't have yo go searching. I currently have the RC (Release Candidate) version of Windows 7. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 And I have no problems running Windows XP Pro SP3 but I am tempted to try out Win7 when and if I upgrade to a new computer. For what I have right now there is absolutely no reason to switch to Vista for Vista's sake. A waste of time, effort and most of all money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADMASTER1128 Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 And I have no problems running Windows XP Pro SP3 but I am tempted to try out Win7 when and if I upgrade to a new computer. For what I have right now there is absolutely no reason to switch to Vista for Vista's sake. A waste of time, effort and most of all money. I am so glad HP sent my copy of Vista Free (as i was part of the free upgrade program) Vista was a waste of time and effort! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryder76 Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I am also in the market for a good laptop. I don't have alot of money to spare right now, but I want one that can run ACAD 2008 Electrical and Inventor 2008. I wouldn't mind WIFI to pick up emails and surf if I was out and about with it, but bascially I want to use it for the two software mentioned. I can wait, save more for something later. What you yal think? I was looking at this one - Dell - Inspiron Laptop with Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core Processor. It has Vista on it and Works 9 - They want $399 at Best Buy. Specs: Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core 2.16GHz WXGA widescreen LCD (1366 x 76) - 15.6" Bus : 800MHz Cache Memory 1MB on die Level 2 System Memory (RAM)3GB System Memory (RAM) Expandable To 4GB Type of Memory (RAM)DDR2 SoDIMM Hard Drive Type Serial ATA (5400 rpm) Hard Drive Size160GB Optical Drive Double-layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Optical Drive SpeedsDrive speeds not specified Direct-Disc Labeling - No Digital Media Reader or Slots - Yes, digital media card reader Graphics Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD Video MemoryUp to 384MB (shared) Personal Video Recorder (PVR) - No TV Tuner - No MPEG - Yes Built-in Webcam - No Modem - None Networking - Built-in 10/100 Mbps Ethernet network card Wireless Networking - Wireless-B+G Bluetooth-Enabled - No S-Video Outputs - None Audio - High-definition 2.0 Speakers - Built-in PCMCIA SlotsNone USB 2.0 Ports 3 IEEE 1394 FireWire PortsNone Parallel Ports None Serial PortsNone Game Ports None Laptop WeightStandard (more than 5.5 lbs.) Battery Type Lithium-ion Battery LifeUp to 2 hours and 26 minutes Pointing Device Touchpad Operating System PlatformWindows Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium with SP1 Included SoftwareMicrosoft Works 9, Adobe Reader 9, Roxio Creator 10 Dell Edition ENERGY STAR Qualified No Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I would pass on it. One thing I don't like is that the system relies upon an integrated graphics chip versus a real graphics card. When the chip can't handle the load it will steal resources from the installed memory. Your system will take a performance hit. Serious CAD users like serious gamers require serious equipment. Leave the toys for the girlie-boys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADMASTER1128 Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I would pass on it. One thing I don't like is that the system relies upon an integrated graphics chip versus a real graphics card. When the chip can't handle the load it will steal resources from the installed memory. Your system will take a performance hit. Serious CAD users like serious gamers require serious equipment. Leave the toys for the girlie-boys. For the girlie boys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f700es Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I agree, pass on that one. Avoid systems with shared memory (or any Intel video)! If you have to get shared make sure it is at least an nVidia or ATi chipset Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 Sorry. I don't consider the laptop previously mentioned as anything more than a toy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMark Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 The Dell website advises that if you want fast and excellent graphics rendering that can minimize drain on system memory or CPU performance then choose a dedicated graphics card. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankman Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I suggest check on eBay for a used Thinkpad™ laptop. The best laptop(s) of all of 'em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryder76 Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 Thanks yal - my knowledge isn't as strong in the hardware end of things and it's been years since I bought a computer. I will save my money and get the high end laptop I really want. That way it will replace the desktop I already have and keep me supported for a longer period of time. Yal are the best. When I'm ready to spend the money I will definitely be picking yal's brains again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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