Is this Windows 8 compatible out of the box or will I need to update the software to run it?
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I used it on my Windows 7 slate before upgrading to Windows 8 and then 8.1. Both the CAC and flash memory readers worked fine under all three operating systems. Like Windows 7, you shouldn't need Active Client software to use the smart card (CAC) reader with Windows 8.
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I have no issues with windows 8. Just download the drivers from the manufacturers website. I think it is a beta driver.
1124562
I've run it on XP and Windows 7 and on both it worked fine, can't say about windows 8 as I refuse to own that thing.
855608
Should run fine, graphics may be a little "off", as in detail/resolution. Would recommend a check with MS's website to see if any "patches" are required for Win 8.1.
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On the box that it is "Windows 8" ready -- you might need to down the latest software from www.buffalotech.com or you may not. Does not mention 8.1 but may work.
1114188
You must also use USB cable for win 8, no drivers needed, windows will update
1444144
Yup! Check out one of the images for the box and you'll see the win 8 compatibility sticker
1477355
Windows 8, but I installed win7 and all drivers are working fine if you need them let me know. This is a F*** fast machine
2251555
Yes, it is compatible with Windows 8, which I run on my laptop. I don't think I needed to install Intel's driver package first, either, but you may need to retrieve that.
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Yes, Windows 8.1 will run on this system. You will have to ensure you have installed all of the critical updates from Window Update, then you can install it.
1021806
Yes. I run Windows 8 and it works fine. The scanner actually works, too, which seems rare on a value machine.
1990721
I am not sure about that particular piece of hardware but it definitely is compatible with Windows 8 - that is what I have been using it on for months now.
2119394
It it's compatible with Windows 7 but there is no guarantee it will run well. The problem isn't your version of Windows but how poorly it was changed to work on any computer.
1234412
Windows 8 I do not know, but I would assume it would not be compatible. Reviews are a funny thing, many people just want something to work right out of the box. Maybe they are just using the product wrong. product quality control is lacking, some work some do not. This is definitely not a product to take a chance on.
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Am running it on Windows 7 and before that on Windows XP. Not sure about Windows 8 though...
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Well I am still using windows 8. Guess we will have to wait and see since I am a purchaser as yourself
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It'll run 8.1 just fine. My only recommendation is to wait for windows 10... :)