Director New Computer? Maybe Non-Compatible W/P3

[Mel5497]

Below is something I posted on CS. Important to know when signing a new consultant...or buying a new computer for yourself.

Just had a conversation with the techie gurus at HO. If you purchase a computer with Vista, make sure it is not the 64 bit edition (it will say x64 or Vista 64).

It is not compatible with P3 (and numerous other programs). The reason has to do with the compatibility of code (like I understand what that really means). In addition, Vista 64 will not recognize non-vista 64 drivers...so some of your current hardware may not work with it. (HO doesn't generally talk about anything 'in the works', but I'm sure they are working on a solution....but software development isn't quick).

If you are signing new consultants, it would be good to ask if they are using Vista 64. P3 does work with the x86-based version of Vista. (Also known as the 32 bit edition.)

 

[chefkathy]

Thank you for this. I am contemplating a new computer as my little ole laptop is lagging.

 

[pamela]

My laptop is only 2 years old and lagged ALOT until we bought it some new memory!! It was well worth the $100 to have P3 run faster!

 

[BethCooks4U]

Below is something I posted on CS. Important to know when signing a new consultant...or buying a new computer for yourself.

So the new 'bigger" version is less compatible with everything? That's counterintuitive isn't it?

 

[tpchefpattie]

Hello there! Thank you for sharing this important information with us. As a consultant, it is crucial to have a computer that is compatible with our programs, especially P3. Thank you for clarifying that the 64 bit edition of Vista is not compatible with P3 and other programs. It's also good to know that the 32 bit edition is compatible, so I will keep that in mind when signing new consultants or purchasing a new computer for myself. I appreciate you bringing this to our attention and I will make sure to spread the word to my team. Thank you again for sharing this valuable information.