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    From Vista x86(32bit) to x64(64bit)

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by xbender, Apr 14, 2008.

  1. xbender

    xbender Notebook Consultant

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    I would like to ask. If I have purchased 32bit version of Home Premium, came to y Dell XPS, and I would like to install Vista 64bit (32bit came with the computer). Do I have to buy a new licence, can I "trade it in"? how can I switch?
     
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  2. kuncheesh

    kuncheesh Notebook Evangelist

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    the best option must be a microsoft anytime upgrade. however i donno if thats valid for 32 to 64 conversions
     
    kuncheesh, Apr 14, 2008
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  3. id10t error dfw

    id10t error dfw Notebook Consultant

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    With an OEM liscense, you can't "trade in" for new 64 bit media, however if you know someone with an x64 disc you can reinstall using your existing product key and it will work fine.
     
    id10t error dfw, Apr 14, 2008
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  4. brianstretch

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    Read the Clean Vista install WITH NO ACTIVATION thread in the HP forum:
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=120228
    Use a 64-bit Vista Anytime disc instead of a 32-bit. I did this to clean install 64-bit Vista Home Premium onto my HP notebook. The same process should work on Dell, etc. Lateral moves from 32-bit Home Premium to 64-bit Home Premium and such are allowed.
     
    brianstretch, Apr 14, 2008
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  5. flipfire

    flipfire Moderately Boss

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    Yup 32bit to 64bit isnt changing versions of Vista. Its just changing architectures, meaning everything else will be the same. Visually 32bit and 64bit is the same, theres only a slight performance boost for 64bit because more resource can be utilized

    You current licence will work for both 32bit or 64bit of the same version (basic, home premium,ultimate)
     
    flipfire, Apr 14, 2008
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  6. xbender

    xbender Notebook Consultant

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    where can I get Vista x64 DVD? is there a possibility to download an image smwhere or smth like that? thank you
     
    xbender, Apr 14, 2008
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    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    No, you can't download it. Try requesting the media from your laptop manufacturer.
     
    kegobeer, Apr 14, 2008
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    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    Also, since this thread is merely an extension of your other thread, stop posting here and keep everything in your original thread.
     
    kegobeer, Apr 14, 2008
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    Lithus NBR Janitor

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  10. Kdawgca

    Kdawgca rotaredoM repudrepuS RBN

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    Thread two threads have been merged.

    @xbender
    Please dont create new threads for similar topics.
     
    Kdawgca, Apr 14, 2008
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  11. grabber_grabbs

    grabber_grabbs Notebook Guru

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    Tried to order online on the link you provide. They are asking for the key code of your current vista. When i enter mine... it seems to reject it. Would the key code on the sticker below my laptop is what they are asking for ?
     
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    Your key code is probably an OEM code. You need to contact your computer's manufacturer.
     
    NinjaNoodles, Apr 14, 2008
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  14. flipfire

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    Unforunately that link only works if you have a retail version of Vista.

    64bit disc can be hard to get a hold of. You could legally download it before but i think they closed that down. Check orev's clean installation stick in the HP section
     
    flipfire, Apr 14, 2008
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