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    Benefits of 64bit vista? is my computer compatable

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Guildwoodpearce, Aug 15, 2008.

  1. Guildwoodpearce

    Guildwoodpearce Notebook Enthusiast

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    I just purchased an ASUS F8V-B1 Core duo P8400, 4GB DDR2 ram, ATI HD3650, however it only came with 32 bit version of vista, how do i get the 64 bit version, and is it worth it?

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    Guildwoodpearce, Aug 15, 2008
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    32-bit won't read and use all of the 4GB of ram. You need 64-bit to real all 4GB of RAM.
     
    fufufishie, Aug 15, 2008
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    You can order 64 bit discs from microsoft and then use the key on the bottom of your laptop to install.
     
    Harper2.0, Aug 15, 2008
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    Thanks for the help guys!
     
    Guildwoodpearce, Aug 15, 2008
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