ripperm,

We have seen a list of many computers that are not compatible to Windows 7. Most items that were stubborn were installed with the Vista (or XP) drivers in the Compatibility mode. Doesn't work for all things but works for many.

If you are going to upgrade, make sure to instakk the desktop/notebook utility and the chipset drivers first, or the rest of the drivers will fail to install. How to Download and Install Drivers in the Correct Order If you cannot find Windows 7 drivers, use the Vista or XP drivers in the  Compatibility mode

I would install Windows 7 on a seperatr partition, then you can switch back and forth, if needed, until you have it working correctly.

Rick

ripperm,

If you are going to upgrade, make sure to install the desktop/notebook utility and the chipset drivers first, or the rest of the drivers will fail to install. How to Download and Install Drivers in the Correct Order If you cannot find Windows 7 drivers, use the Vista 32-bit or XP drivers in the  Compatibility mode

Rick

I've seen this recommendation before, but none of the chipset utilities, etc. are available for Windows 7 for my laptop. Do I load the Vista 32-bit versions (in the sequence indicated) after upgrading to Windows 7?

fwiw I upgraded my inspiron 1520 laptop that has the Broadcom 440x  10/100 NIC  to win 7 32 bit and windows 7 supplied the NIC driver.

The driver was provided by microsoft, driver version 4.60.0.1, dated 13/10/2008.