Vista to 7 compatibility


  1. cogs
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    Vista to 7 compatibility


    I am wanting to know if some/most/all hardware that is compatible with Vista is also compatible with 7. I upgraded to 7 a few months ago and so far have had no issues.

    Some USB devices for example say supported by XP/Vista but do not not mention 7. I am thinking that it is more that they are lagging in saying what they do support.

    One item I have noticed this with is Bluetooth dongles.

    Look forward to what people have to say form experience and factual knowledge.

    Regards,

    cogs
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  3. Brink
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    Hello Cogs, and welcome to Seven Forums.

    This link below from Microsoft can help determine if software or hardware is compatible with Windows 7 or not.

    Windows 7 Compatibility: Software Programs and Hardware Devices: Find Updates, Drivers, and Downloads

    In addition, you can also check at the device manufacturer's website in their download/support area to see if they may have a Windows 7 driver version available for the device. Usually if it runs in Vista, it will run in Windows 7 as well.

    Hope this helps,
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