105VQT2W55With a PCBefore using2 Operating environment≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled,some PCs cannot be used.≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatibleBD/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a BD/DVD.)≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.j When 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connectedthrough USB hubs or by using extension cables.j Operation on an upgraded OS.j Operation on an OS other than the one pre-installed.≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98,Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows NT and Windows 2000.∫ Operating environment for HD Writer AE 2.6XPC IBM PC/AT compatible PCOS Microsoft Windows XP (32 bit) Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3Microsoft Windows XP (32 bit) Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Home Basic Service Pack 1 /Service Pack 2Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2Microsoft Windows Vista (32 bit) Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2Microsoft Windows 7 (32 bit) StarterMicrosoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) Home BasicMicrosoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) Home PremiumMicrosoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) ProfessionalMicrosoft Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) UltimateCPU Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or higher (including compatible CPU)≥ Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz or higher orAMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core 5200+ or higher is recommendedwhen a playback function or MPEG2 output function is used.≥ Intel Core 2 Quad 2.6 GHz or higher is recommended whenusing the editing or Continuous Photo Playback function.RAM Windows 7: 1 GB or more (32 bit)/2 GB or more (64 bit)Windows Vista: 1 GB or moreWindows XP: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)