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    I need some help...

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by fattail95, Oct 18, 2009.

  1. fattail95

    fattail95 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi there guys,

    I have ordered Windows 7 32-bit on the Microsoft student offer, and wish to change it to 64-bit, now I know that the key will work with both of them - it is just a case of finding a download of Windows 7 64-bit... I have no clue where to get it from, if you guys could help me with this it would be great because I am getting stressed about this and I'm sure there is a simple answer... :(

    Thanks!

    Benjamin
     
    fattail95, Oct 18, 2009
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  2. gerryf19

    gerryf19 I am the walrus

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    Sorry, it is not downloadable (legally) for free.

    Technet and msdn members can download DVD images of Windows 7 retail, but that costs. Also, not sure what version you purchased so if it were OEM, the key may not work on those images
     
    gerryf19, Oct 18, 2009
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  3. d1rtdevil

    d1rtdevil Notebook Geek

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    itmight be possible that after windows 7 is released, you can order a 64 copy from MS using your key. its going to be shipped tho so it can cost like 10 dollars shipping
     
    d1rtdevil, Oct 18, 2009
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  4. fattail95

    fattail95 Notebook Evangelist

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    but last year i thought vista was downloadable for free? just the image...
     
    fattail95, Oct 19, 2009
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  5. crash

    crash NBR Assassin

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    It used to be, but it isn't anymore and neither is Windows 7.
     
    crash, Oct 19, 2009
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  6. fattail95

    fattail95 Notebook Evangelist

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    no worries guys, i'm sticking with 32 bit until windows 8...
     
    fattail95, Oct 19, 2009
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    fattail95 Notebook Evangelist

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    thanks guys, sticking with 32 bit...

    mods, close thread please...
     
    fattail95, Oct 19, 2009
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    crash NBR Assassin

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    Closed by request.
     
    crash, Oct 19, 2009
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