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    x201 Swap OS on Clean Install?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by chimchim, Apr 16, 2010.

  1. chimchim

    chimchim Newbie

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    I have read the info in this forum on how to perform a clean install, but I would like to replace the x86 win7 with x64 win7 on my x201. I know that when you purchase win7 from retail it comes with both the x86 and x64 and you can choose which to install. Is that possible to do using the lenovo recovery discs? Or would that require an additional purchase of the x64 OS?

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    chimchim, Apr 16, 2010
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    It is not possible from the recovery discs. If you can find a Windows disc you key can be used to install 64 bit Windows.
     
    ZaZ, Apr 16, 2010
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