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    Upgrading from 32bit to 64bit.

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by swatpup32, Feb 26, 2009.

  1. swatpup32

    swatpup32 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Do I have to purchase another version of Vista Home Premium to upgrade from 32bit to 64bit.
     
    swatpup32, Feb 26, 2009
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    josher Notebook Guru

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    Nope. But you will need the 64 bit media to install with.
     
    josher, Feb 26, 2009
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  3. swatpup32

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    Do I get it through microsoft or dell?
     
    swatpup32, Feb 26, 2009
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    Dell may supply it, but last time I spoke to them they didn't provide a 64 Home premium.

    I believe it can be hard to get the media out of them too
     
    hannay, Feb 27, 2009
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    atbnet Notebook Prophet

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    Yes you can. Call them up and ask for them to send you the restore DVD for Vista x64. If not you can contact Chris M on the Dell forums and he should be able to get you a copy.
     
    atbnet, Feb 27, 2009
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    xxbadboys93 Notebook Deity

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    just call them, that is what i did and i got it for FREE.
     
    xxbadboys93, Feb 27, 2009
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