Upgrading 32-bit Windows 7 to 64-bit Windows 7?

Luikkari

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Hi everyone
I have a quick question about upgrading Windows 7 32-bit to 64-bit. I got this custom built pc like 6 months ago and I noticed that this is only a 32-bit. (I didn't build this myself, I just told the guy that I want windows 7 and assumed that he's gonna pick 64-bit but he didn't. So now I have problems with 32-bit. I can't play outlast, I can't have more than 4gb of ram etc. So is there a possibility for me to upgrade from 32-bit to 64-bit? Do I have to buy a new windows 7 OS cd? I'm afraid I might not have the windows 7 cd that this was installed with.
 
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but you better go to Microsoft and look it up to be sure what the deal really is on that I don't want to tell you wrong and really get you screwed up in some way as for me I foun its just better to get a new copy of what I want and install it Microsoft is funny on these things and I found that i'm better off paying bill up front for a new leagel copy than jacking around with all the hassle [opinion] I always try to just pay for the retail copy's there a hell of a lot more flexible incase something comes up...
unless its the retail windows that comes with 32 and 64 disks in the box looks like you will need to pay bill and just reinstall 64 ... heres what he has to say on that....

Can I upgrade from a 32-bit version of Windows to a 64-bit version of Windows 7 or from a 64-bit version of Windows 7 to a 32-bit version of Windows?



You can use the Upgrade option during Windows 7 installation, which preserves your files, settings, and programs, only if you're currently running a 32-bit version of Windows Vista and you want to upgrade to the 32-bit version of Windows 7. Similarly, if you are running a 64-bit version of Windows Vista, you can only perform an upgrade to a 64-bit version of Windows 7. For more information, go to Upgrading to Windows 7: frequently asked questions on the Windows website.

If you want to move from a 32-bit version of Windows to a 64-bit version of Windows 7 or vice versa, you'll need to back up your files and choose the Custom option during Windows 7 installation. Then, you'll need to restore your files and reinstall your programs. For more information about performing a custom installation, see Installing and reinstalling Windows 7‍.


Can I upgrade from a 32-bit version of Windows to a 64-bit version?



If your PC has a 64-bit capable processor (CPU), you can install a 64-bit version of Windows 7, even if you're currently running a 32-bit version. However, to install a 64-bit version of Windows 7 on a computer already running a 32-bit version, you'll need to back up your files and choose the Custom option during installation. Then, you'll need to restore your files and reinstall your programs. For more info see 32-bit and 64-bit Windows: frequently asked questions.
 

8bitpwnage

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Upgrading to a 64-bit OS will leave you more room to upgrade your ram because 32 bit can only handle up to 4gb of ram.You can always buy another CD for an OS.Plus,Outlast only runs on 64 bit systems.
 

Luikkari

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I found my installation CD, It's windows 7 home premium 32 bit. Some kind of OEM thing. Can I use it to upgrade?
 
but you better go to Microsoft and look it up to be sure what the deal really is on that I don't want to tell you wrong and really get you screwed up in some way as for me I foun its just better to get a new copy of what I want and install it Microsoft is funny on these things and I found that i'm better off paying bill up front for a new leagel copy than jacking around with all the hassle [opinion] I always try to just pay for the retail copy's there a hell of a lot more flexible incase something comes up...
 
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