Windows 8.1 configuration requirements

windows 8.1 configuration requirements

Windows 8.1 works fine on the same hardware that supports Windows 8: Processor: 1 GHz or faster Memory: 1 GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit) Available hard disk space: 16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) Graphics card: Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM driver Warning In order to use Windows 8.1 Preview, you must be logged in to your computer using a Microsoft account. The option to create a local account will be available in the final release of Windows 8.1. To use certain features, you also need to meet the following additional requirements: For 64-bit installations of Windows 8.1 Preview, your CPU must also support CMPXCHG16b, PrefetchW, and LAHF/SAHF. To use touch, you need a tablet or monitor that supports multi-touch. To access the Windows Store and download and run apps, you need a valid Internet connection, at least 1024 x 768 screen resolution, and a Microsoft account. Internet access (may generate ISP fees). Windows will check that your system meets the requirements before you update to ensure that your system supports Windows 8.1 Preview.