<p>You're in luck; All versions of the NXT software, including drivers, is compatible with 64-bit Windows 10. While in my experience it wasn't necessary, you can preemptively avoid installation problems by right-clicking "Setup.exe" and clicking Properties -> Compatibility -> Run in compatibility mode for: -> Windows XP SP3 . In the same panel you should select "Run as Administrator" to avoid permission problems.   </p>

<p>While the EV3 software is backward-compatible with the NXT, the NXT software is a much better option. Certain NXT options are not available using the EV3 software (like bluetooth support). And in my experience, the NXT software is just more stable anyway.</p>

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2018-09-11T13:11:06.113Z
2018-09-11T13:11:06.113Z
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<p>I have LEGO Mindstorms NXT 9797 and downloaded the following Windows PC Versions:</p>

<ul>
<li>NXT Edu 2.1F6 PC App ---Education Version</li>
<li>NXT Ret 2.0F5 PC App ---Home Version</li>
</ul>

<p>Which one of these are compatible with Windows 10 home version 64bit? </p>

<p>Is EV3 software a better choice for this one?</p>

<p>Your guidance is highly appreciated.</p>

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2018-09-09T16:16:52.460Z
No answers? Really? Did you ever find out?
Wendy 
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Which of the LEGO Mindstorms 9797 (NXT Education base set) Software is compatible with Windows 10
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# Which of the LEGO Mindstorms 9797 (NXT Education base set) Software is compatible with Windows 10

(Asked by: username_0 on 2018-01-22)

I have LEGO Mindstorms NXT 9797 and downloaded the following Windows PC Versions:

* NXT Edu 2.1F6 PC App ---Education Version
* NXT Ret 2.0F5 PC App ---Home Version

Which one of these are compatible with Windows 10 home version 64bit?

Is EV3 software a better choice for this one?

Your guidance is highly appreciated.

**Tags:** mindstorms, nxt, software

> **Comments:**
> **username_1**: No answers? Really? Did you ever find out?  

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## 1 answers

### Answer by username_2 on 2018-09-11. Score: 2

You're in luck; All versions of the NXT software, including drivers, is compatible with 64-bit Windows 10. While in my experience it wasn't necessary, you can preemptively avoid installation problems by right-clicking "Setup.exe" and clicking Properties -> Compatibility -> Run in compatibility mode for: -> Windows XP SP3 . In the same panel you should select "Run as Administrator" to avoid permission problems.

While the EV3 software is backward-compatible with the NXT, the NXT software is a much better option. Certain NXT options are not available using the EV3 software (like bluetooth support). And in my experience, the NXT software is just more stable anyway.


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