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64 Bits: Windows XP X64 Edition Free

Even in 64 bit mode, it was possible to start the test system with the x64 edition of Windows XP from the word go. The installation runs just as it does with the extremely well-known 32 bit variation.

Windows XP Professional x64 edition with Service Pack 1.

Patrick Schmid
Patrick Schmid
Editor-in-Chief (2005-2006)

Patrick Schmid was the editor-in-chief for Tom's Hardware from 2005 to 2006. He wrote numerous articles on a wide range of hardware topics, including storage, CPUs, and system builds.

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  • bgd73
    hey thanks for this. There is errors in the test, especially in memory speed of xeons, in fact, it is ridiculous. I am going for older 7525 chipset in CEB motherboard...these machines are just getting started. I be sure to go for HT. thanks.
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