I Am Thinking About Geting A Used Computer Will It Run Win 2000

DJboutit said:
I am thinking about getting this used computer http://www.directron.com/usedi865g.html to replace my 8 1/2 yr old 1ghz with 256 ram do you think this computer is a decent buy I do not need anything real fancy. If I get this used computer can I run windows 200 on it??
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Why would you want 2000? It says it comes with XP Professional. But, as it can run XP, I don't see why you couldn't, but that seems pointless if it can run XP, unless you have a reason.
 
DJboutit said:
I hate XP so much do not ask why
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Ok. It should run just fine.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/304297 said:
Before you install the Windows 2000 Professional desktop operating system, make sure that your computer meets the following minimum system requirements:
133 MHz or more Pentium microprocessor (or equivalent). Windows 2000 Professional supports up to two processors on a single computer.
64 megabytes (MB) of RAM recommended minimum. 32 MB of RAM is the minimum supported. 4 gigabytes (GB) of RAM is the maximum.
A 2 GB hard disk that has 650 MB of free space. If you are installing over a network, more free hard disk space is required.
VGA or higher-resolution monitor.
Keyboard.
Mouse or compatible pointing device (optional).
For CD-ROM installation:
CD drive or DVD drive
High-density 3.5-inch disk drive, unless your CD drive supports starting the Setup program from a CD
For network installation:
Windows 2000-compatible network adapter and related cable (See the Hardware Compatibility List (Hcl.txt) in the Support folder on the Windows 2000 Professional CD)
Access to the network share that contains the Setup files
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You could upgrade from your current rig for much cheaper if you look for a deal on your local craigslist. I'll bet you'll find something old yet faster for under $50 this way. Save the extra money and then buy the cheapest, new hard drive you can get.

$140 is a lot for a used computer like that, not to mention you'd still be inheriting a 8ish year old hard drive.
 
I just picked up this computer today been using it about 3 hrs now it runs about 3 times faster than my old computer. It has 1gb ddr400 ram in it now if I were to add 1gb more ddr400 ram would it be worth it & would be run faster???
 
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