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    Serial Question

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by KoRuPT, Oct 22, 2009.

  1. KoRuPT

    KoRuPT Newbie

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    I went and purchased the 32bit of Windows 7, Home Premium. My question is can I use the same serial to install 64bit of Home Premium, Windows 7?
     
    KoRuPT, Oct 22, 2009
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    ilovejedd Notebook Consultant

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    Yes, you can.
     
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  3. KoRuPT

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    Thanks. Because from the $30 student deal, it said you can download the 64bit OR the 32bit and if you downloaded the wrong one, you would need to contact support. But I guess they meant for the file, the compatible serial key is all I need. Thanks again.
     
    KoRuPT, Oct 22, 2009
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    DaveGT Notebook Guru

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    And yes you should - 64 is the way to go!

    Note you need a minimum of 2GB RAM.
     
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  5. KoRuPT

    KoRuPT Newbie

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    Does anyone know where I can get the file for the 64bit Home Premium? This should be legal because I have purchased a valid serial.
     
    KoRuPT, Oct 22, 2009
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    megadl Notebook Enthusiast

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    bought if from ebay?
    i see a lot that are cheap selling only serials. i am kind of doubting if it's really legal or not.
     
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  7. KoRuPT

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    No, I bought it for $30 because I am a student, but I chose 32bit instead of 64bit. I could contact them, but I wanted to install it today.

    Is there anything else I can do, like use the RC version and then put my serial?
     
    KoRuPT, Oct 22, 2009
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