Works 2001: Minimum System Requirements (271232)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Works Suite 2001
  • Microsoft Works 6
This article was previously published under Q271232

SUMMARY

This article lists the minimum system requirements needed to run Microsoft Works 6 and Microsoft Works Suite 2001.

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Microsoft Works 6

To run Microsoft Works 6, you need:
  • Multimedia PC with a Pentium 90 MHz or faster processor.
  • Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98, or Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system or later.
  • 16 megabytes (MB) of RAM (32 MB recommended).
  • 65-165 MB of available hard disk space.
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 (included) or later. Up to an additional 80 MB of hard disk space may be required for Internet Explorer upgrade. This installation will not replace your primary browser.
  • Quad-speed or faster CD-ROM drive.
  • Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device.
  • Super VGA, 256-color or higher-resolution monitor.
To use additional items or services you need:

  • 14,400 bits-per-second (bps) or faster modem.
  • Internet access, which may require payment of a separate fee to an Internet service provider.

Microsoft Works Suite 2001

To run Microsoft Works Suite 2001 you need:

  • Multimedia PC with a Pentium 166 MHz or faster processor.
  • Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows 2000 operating system or later.
  • 32 MB of RAM for Windows 95 or Windows 98 (32 MB of RAM recommended), or 64 MB of RAM for Windows 2000 Professional.
  • 700 MB of available hard disk space required for a minimum installation; 850 MB of available hard disk space required for typical installation. A custom installation may require more or less hard disk space.
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 (included) or later. Up to additional 80 MB of hard disk space may be required for Internet Explorer upgrade. This installation will not replace your primary browser.
  • Quad-speed or faster CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive.
  • Super VGA, 256-color or higher monitor supporting 640 x 480 or higher resolution. (A super VGA, 256-color or higher monitor supporting 800 x 600 screen resolution with 16-bit color recommended.)
  • Microsoft Mouse, Microsoft IntelliMouse®, or compatible pointing device.
  • Sound output with speakers or headphones recommended.
To use additional items or services you need:

  • 28,000 bps or faster modem.
  • Internet access, which may require payment of a separate fee to an Internet service provider.
  • 8 MB of additional hard disk space to run Office E-mail.
  • Windows-compatible color printer for full-color output.
  • Microphone required for voice recording.
  • Microsoft Outlook 2000 messaging and collaboration client, or Microsoft Outlook Express 5.0 (included) or later required to run Office E-mail.
  • MAPI-enabled e-mail client required to mail pictures and projects to others.
  • Up to 2 MB of additional hard disk space for each monthly installment in Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedia 2001.
  • Works Suite includes FoneSyncT 3.1. To use this version of FoneSync to transfer contacts to your cell phone, you need an additional cable. For more information call 1-800-777-6820 or visit the FoneSyncT Web site listed below.

    http://fonesync.openwave.com/fon/
  • Windows CE 2.0 or later with ActiveSync 3.0 or Palm 3.0 or later with HotSync 2.0 for synchronization of Works Suite data required.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:7/28/2006
Keywords:kbinfo KB271232
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