Microsoft Windows Vista Compatibility Center

It only took some eighteen months or so, but Microsoft finally has set up a Windows Vista Compatibility Center. On the site a user can check to see what hardware is now Vista compatible. The site lists most of the hardware that all of us may use, including printers, scanners, digital cameras, graphic cards, monitors and a lot more. Though this web site is a nice helpful feature, it begs to ask ‘what took so long’?

On the site Microsoft states:

Wondering if your favorite stuff works with Windows Vista? Here’s where you can find out if it already does or if you just need a new driver. You’ll get the latest details on thousands of products and benefit from users’ feedback. 

About the Windows Vista Compatibility Center

Look to this extensive collection of compatibility information when you upgrade to the Windows Vista operating system. And when you’re ready for a new PC, you’ll find the downloads you need to run your favorite software and devices.

Know what’s compatible before you upgrade

Sometimes it’s hard to know what’s compatible and what’s not. To help make it easier, we list thousands of products and clearly label their compatibility status for Windows Vista.

To learn more about how compatibility is determined, please read this FAQ.

Labels help you easily identify a product’s compatibility status.

Set-up your new PC with your favorite software and devices

While you could sift through old installation CDs or hunt around on the web for the drivers you need, we hope to make it easier. That’s why we offer a central place where you can get the downloads you need to get up and running quickly.

Links under compatibility status labels direct you to a download, upgrade, or newer version.

Give the site a try and see what you think. Comments welcome.

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