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    Vista "clean" HELP PLEASE!

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by hp bro, Jul 5, 2007.

  1. hp bro

    hp bro Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ok so im using this guide http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=120228
    and i'v been doing some research on doing a "clean install" on my dv2500t that just arrived yesterday from hp home store (and actually early!) which was awesome! Anyway i did not receive a copy of "vista anytime" so i went to best buy and staples just a couple hours ago "compusa no longer in my area" to obtain a copy so i can get this thing cleaned up, but no luck, no one seem to know what i was looking for. So i get home and start looking again and i see that comp usa for 5 bucks will send you a copy. So finally my question: comp usa (online) offers a 32-bit and 64-bit to chose from. I just read that you can turn your vista premium from 32-bit to 64 if your doing a clean install, which i will be. My current OS is premium 32-bit, what would you guys prefer in my situation, and am i headed in the right direction??? Thx for helping me out!
     
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    R4000 Notebook Virtuoso

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    If I'm not mistaken, I think only the retail Vista keys work for a 32bit to 64bit free upgrade (not OEM keys).
     
    R4000, Jul 5, 2007
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