Users can bypass hardware requirement checks with the undocumented /NM setup switch. This allows installation on computers with processors as old as the 80386. Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device (optional).CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (floppy install is possible but slow).VGA or higher resolution monitor (640x480).The amount of space required depends on the installation method and the components selected, but virtual memory and system utilities as well as drivers should be taken into consideration.