Hardware for Windows Vista

The first important step in "moving to Vista" process is the hardware.

I've decided, that in order to use Windows Vista the best way I can, I should get the minimal (or a little more than minimal) configuration capable to run Vista Ultimate.

So, here's my list then:

1. CPU: any dual-core processor will do. I don't intend to get the fastest machine in the world, just one that will be enough for 80% of all computer tasks.
2. Memory: at least 1GB. I should get as fast memory as possible, but more that 2GB will probably not worth the expense: no Windows XP nor Vista will benefit much from it.
3. Motherboard: one which provides wide FSB or memory bus.
4. Hard Drive: doesn't matter. For the sake of my patience, I'll get one with at least 7200RPM and 16Mb cache.
5. Graphics card: the one that will hold Vista Ultimate edition. It means, probably, 256MB onboard memory and/or TurboCache feature.

In the next post I will cover my specific choices. Any comments are welcome.